In a twist nobody saw coming, tennis legend Novak Djokovic faced an unlikely opponent at the Italian Open—a rogue water bottle. 😱 The 24-time Grand Slam champ, known for his unshakable focus, suffered a stunning third-round loss to Chile’s Alejandro Tabilo (ranked 29th) just days after the bizarre incident.
Here’s the serve: After cruising to a 6-3, 6-1 win Friday, Djokovic paused to greet fans. That’s when a water bottle slipped from a fan’s backpack in the stands… and landed smack on his head. 🧢💦 While Djokovic laughed it off initially, the aftermath was no joke. On Sunday, he looked uncharacteristically off-rhythm, falling 6-2, 6-3 in under 67 minutes—his fastest defeat in years.
Fans are buzzing: Was it the bottle’s ‘impact’ or just an off day? Either way, Tabilo seized the moment, proving even GOATs can stumble. 🐐⚡️ Will Djokovic bounce back at Roland-Garros? Stay tuned!
