Defending champion Novak Djokovic made a stunning early exit from the 2024 U.S. Open, falling in the third round to 28th-ranked Alexei Popyrin.
The defeat marks Djokovic's earliest departure from the tournament in 18 years and has raised questions about his long-term future in the sport.
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Anthony Nlebem
Head of Sports at BusinessDay Media, a seasoned Digital Content Producer, and FIFA/CAF Accredited Journalist with over a decade of sports reporting.Has a deep understanding of the Nigerian and global sports landscape and skills in delivering comprehensive and insightful sports content.
