US Open 2024 Results: Novak Djokovic Upset by Alexei Popyrin in Third Round
Top Seeds Continue to Fall as Popyrin Stuns Djokovic
In a stunning upset, world No. 1 Novak Djokovic was knocked out of the US Open in the third round by Australian qualifier Alexei Popyrin. The 23-year-old Popyrin defeated Djokovic in straight sets, 6-3, 7-5, 6-3.
The loss is a major setback for Djokovic, who was aiming to win his fourth US Open title and tie Rafael Nadal's record of 22 Grand Slam singles titles.
Djokovic's Recent Struggles
Djokovic's loss to Popyrin is the latest in a string of disappointing results for the Serbian star. He has not won a Grand Slam title since Wimbledon in 2021 and has struggled with injuries and poor form in recent months.
- Lost in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open to Tommy Paul
- Lost in the second round of the French Open to Lorenzo Musetti
- Lost in the semifinals of Wimbledon to Nick Kyrgios
Popyrin's Impressive Performance
Popyrin, ranked No. 113 in the world, played the match of his life against Djokovic.
- Hit 32 winners to Djokovic's 20
- Broke Djokovic's serve five times
- Won 86% of his first-serve points
Top Seeds Continue to Fall
Djokovic's loss is the latest in a string of upsets that have occurred at the US Open this year. Other top seeds who have been knocked out include:
- Rafael Nadal (lost in the second round to Jack Draper)
- Carlos Alcaraz (lost in the quarterfinals to Jannik Sinner)
- Stefanos Tsitsipas (lost in the third round to Borna Coric)
What's Next for Djokovic and Popyrin?
Djokovic will now look to regroup and prepare for the rest of the season. He is scheduled to play in the Laver Cup next week and the Paris Masters in October.
Popyrin, meanwhile, will face Karen Khachanov in the fourth round of the US Open. A win over Khachanov would see him reach the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam tournament for the first time in his career.
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