Novak Djokovic, world number one, failed to win the coveted Grand Slam Calendar, losing in the US Open final to Daniil Medvedev.
The Serb could not stand the pressure of the occasion and there were several moments where this was clearly visible. One of those that drew the most attention was, precisely, before starting the game that would give the Russian the title. In the exchange of sides, Djokovic let out all the emotion and burst into tears, before the huge ovation of the audience.
Awww so sad! #djokovic #cry pic.twitter.com/E7bvXxpDmH
— Mansoor Taj (@mansoortaj22) September 12, 2021
After the final, before speaking to the crowd at the Arthur Ashe Stadium, returned to not contain the emotion. After all, despite being one of the best in history… he’s also human.
Djokovic in tears during the ceremony: “Congratulations to Daniil. Amazing match, amazing tournament. If there is anyone that deserves the Grand Slam ???? title, it is you”pic.twitter.com/mPE3b3eG2X#USOpen Live: https://t.co/21fywoHPpf
— Firstpost Sports (@FirstpostSports) September 12, 2021
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