Novak Djokovic Stunned: Australian Alexei Popyrin Defeats Tennis Legend at US Open

In a stunning turn of events at the US Open, Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic faced an unexpected defeat against Australian Alexei Popyrin in the third round, marking a significant moment in tennis history. Djokovic, the defending champion and world No. 2, was eliminated with a score of 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4, halting his pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam title. This loss comes on the heels of Carlos Alcaraz's elimination, making Djokovic's defeat even more surprising. At 37 years old, Djokovic's early exit signals the first time since 2017 that he will finish a season without a Grand Slam trophy, despite winning an Olympic gold medal just a month prior in Paris. Popyrin's impressive performance showcased his skill, especially after having previously lost to Djokovic in two other Grand Slam matches this year. He will now advance to face Frances Tiafoe in the next round, while Djokovic reflects on a mentally challenging tournament. Additionally, American players Taylor Fritz and Brandon Nakashima also secured their spots in the round of 16, contributing to a thrilling day of tennis at the Arthur Ashe Stadium.