Tennis Great Djokovic Exits US Open in First Round Amid Tears and Pain The news that Novak Djokovic has been defeated by unseeded Mariano Navone in the first round of the US Open is a shock to tennis fans, but it's also a symptom of a broader issue.
For years, professional athletes have pushed their bodies to the limit, often at great personal cost. Djokovic's body betrayed him on court, visibly struggling with every shot.
The 39 year old Serbian has been carrying injuries for years, and it's clear that his body has finally given up on him. In a post match interview, he said, "I didn't enjoy myself...