In a match that left tennis fans 🤯, Italy's Matteo Berrettini pulled off a historic upset against 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic at the Qatar Open. The 7-6(4), 6-2 victory marks Berrettini's first-ever win over the Serbian legend in five attempts!
The former world No. 6, who made an epic comeback after injury-plagued seasons, outplayed Djokovic with 🔥 serves and precision shots. 'This means everything,' said Berrettini post-match. 'I've dreamed of this moment since we first played.'
Djokovic, chasing his 100th ATP title, showed rare vulnerability in his first singles match since withdrawing from the Australian Open with a hamstring issue. Could this signal a 🚩 for the tennis GOAT's 2024 season?
Next up: Berrettini faces Dutch star Tallon Griekspoor – will this upset fuel an underdog story for the ages? Stay tuned! 👀
