Novak Djokovic Upset in U.S. Open Third Round

Defending U.S. Open champion Novak Djokovic was defeated by Australian Alexei Popyrin in the third round. Djokovic, who struggled with his serve, ended the year without a major title for the first time since 2017.

Defending U.S. Open champion Novak Djokovic was beaten 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 by Australian Alexei Popyrin in the third round of the Grand Slam on Friday.

Djokovic, known for his formidable serve, could not shake off the early rust and struggled throughout the match.

This defeat means Djokovic ends the year without securing a major title, a first since 2017.

(With inputs from agencies.)