Novak Djokovic: "It was horrible, the body starts to collapse, with cramps and pain"
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Novak Djokovic: "It was horrible, the body starts to collapse, with cramps and pain"

Record31 August 2026 at 09:17

Novak Djokovic experienced an extremely difficult moment during a first round of a Grand Slam, describing the experience as "horrible". The Serbian tennis player explained that his body began to collapse, suffering from cramps and intense pain during the match.

This defeat marks the first time in 20 years that Djokovic has fallen in the first round of a Grand Slam, an achievement that highlights the gravity of the situation. The multiple-time champion, known for his physical and mental resilience, could not recover from the poor physical condition during the match.

At the end of the confrontation, Djokovic ended up in tears, demonstrating the frustration and emotional impact that this unexpected defeat had on him. The situation contrasts strongly with his historic career of success in Grand Slam tournaments.

The article does not specify which specific Grand Slam was affected nor the complete details of the match, focusing mainly on the player's own account of the physical conditions that led to this historic defeat.

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