A Legend's Lament: Djokovic's Fall from Grace The tennis world was dealt a sobering reminder of mortality on Sunday night, when Novak Djokovic suffered a shocking first round defeat at the US Open.
The 39 year old Serbian, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the sport's history, was ousted by Mariano Navone, a feisty young Argentine who had never before tasted victory against a top tier opponent.
Djokovic's loss marked his earliest exit from a Grand Slam since the 2006 Australian Open. His departure from the tournament raised questions about whether this might be his final appearance at tennis' biggest stage.