Novak Djokovic Exits Italian Open Early, Raises Injury Concerns Ahead of French Open
Novak Djokovic Crashes Out Early In Rome, Raises Injury Concerns Before French Open
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Novak Djokovic suffered a surprising early exit from the Italian Open, losing to Croatian qualifier Dino Prizmic in a three-set match. This defeat raises concerns about Djokovic's fitness as he prepares for the upcoming French Open, especially after struggling with injuries in recent months.
- 01Novak Djokovic lost to Dino Prizmic 2-6, 6-2, 6-4 in his opening match at the Italian Open.
- 02This marks Djokovic's first opening match loss in 19 appearances at the Italian Open.
- 03Dino Prizmic, a 20-year-old qualifier, achieved the biggest win of his career.
- 04Djokovic has been dealing with ongoing injury issues, including shoulder problems.
- 05This is the second consecutive year Djokovic heads to the French Open without winning a match in the clay season.
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Novak Djokovic's return to clay at the Italian Open ended abruptly with a 2-6, 6-2, 6-4 loss to Dino Prizmic, a 20-year-old Croatian qualifier. This defeat is particularly shocking as Djokovic had never lost his opening match in 19 previous appearances at this tournament. Prizmic, who idolizes Djokovic, celebrated the victory as the highlight of his young career. Djokovic's performance raised concerns about his fitness, as he has been struggling with injuries, including visible shoulder strapping during the match. He admitted to facing ongoing physical issues, stating, 'It’s always something,' reflecting on his challenges in recent tournaments. This loss marks the second consecutive year Djokovic heads into the French Open without a victory in any of the ATP Masters clay events, casting doubt on his readiness for the Grand Slam.
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