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Novak Djokovic Shocked by Lucky Loser Luca Nardi in Indian Wells Upset

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Italian underdog Luca Nardi stuns tennis legend Djokovic in a thrilling match at Indian Wells!

Novak Djokovic faced a surprising defeat at the Indian Wells tournament when lucky loser Luca Nardi, ranked 123rd in the world, triumphed over the 24-time Grand Slam champion. Nardi, who qualified for the match as a lucky loser, expressed his disbelief at beating his childhood idol Djokovic, calling it a 'crazy' experience. The Serbian star admitted to a disappointing performance, stating, 'My level was really, really bad.' This unexpected upset marks a significant moment in tennis history, showcasing the unpredictability of the sport.

The defeat at the hands of Nardi marks Djokovic's first title-less year in 2024, leaving the tennis world shocked at the unexpected turn of events. The stunning victory by the Italian underdog shattered Djokovic's 11-match win streak at Masters events, highlighting the fierce competition and talent present in the sport. Despite the loss, Djokovic's resilience and determination are expected to drive him to bounce back stronger in future tournaments, setting the stage for an exciting comeback.

Novak Djokovic's unexpected loss to Luca Nardi reflects the competitiveness and uncertainty of professional tennis, where underdogs can rise to challenge the sport's greatest champions. The Indian Wells upset serves as a reminder that in tennis, anything can happen on any given day, adding an element of surprise and thrill to the game that fans and players alike cherish. As Djokovic reflects on this defeat, the tennis world eagerly anticipates his next move and how he will reclaim his dominance on the court.

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Luca Nardi stuns boyhood tennis idol Novak Djokovic at Indian Wells (Aljazeera.com)

Nardi said it was 'crazy' that he beat the 24-time Grand Slam champion after qualifying for the match as a lucky loser.

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Novak Djokovic: 'My level was really, really bad' | ATP Tour | Tennis (ATP Tour)

Djokovic: 'My level was really, really bad'. Serbian lost to World No. 123 Nardi in Indian Wells. March 12, 2024. Novak Djokovic was competing for the first ...

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Novak Djokovic stunned by 'lucky loser' Nardi in Indian Wells upset (Hindustan Times)

The world number 123 from Italy ended the 11-match win streak of the veteran Serb at Masters events, with Nardi bettering the childhood tennis idol | Tennis ...

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No titles in 2024 so far: Novak Djokovic gutted after 'really bad ... (India Today)

Indian Wells Masters 2024: Novak Djokovic lost to World No. 123 Luca Nardi of Italy in three sets in the third round of the Masters 1000 tournament on ...

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Indian Wells: Novak Djokovic knocked out by world No 123 Luca ... (Sky Sports)

Novak Djokovic is beaten by lucky loser Luca Nardi, while Daniil Medvedev advances and Emma Navarro beats Elina Svitolina; watch Indian Wells live on Sky ...

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Indian Wells: Novak Djokovic knocked out by lucky loser Luca Nardi (BBC News)

World number one Novak Djokovic is beaten by 20-year-old lucky loser Luca Nardi in the third round at Indian Wells.

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Outsider Luca Nardi stuns Novak Djokovic with Indian Wells victory (The Guardian)

Novak Djokovic has been dumped out of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells by the lucky loser Luca Nardi while Gaรซl Monfils fought back to eliminate Cameron ...

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'My level was really, really bad': Novak Djokovic stunned by 'lucky ... (CNN)

Novak Djokovic was stunned by world No. 123 Luca Nardi in the third round of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells on Monday as the Italian secured a ...

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Novak Djokovic, Top Ranked Men's Singles Star, Loses To World ... (ABP Live)

Novak Djokovic faced a shock defeat against an unfancied opponent in Luca Nardi in the third round of Indian Wells.

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Luca Nardi stuns boyhood idol and top-ranked Novak Djokovic at ... (The Hindu)

Luca Nardi stuns Novak Djokovic in Indian Wells with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 win, becoming the lowest-ranked player to beat him.

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Djokovic left vexed, argues with umpire for hindrance call in Indian ... (Hindustan Times)

The loss left Novak Djokovic trophyless in 2024, having earlier suffered a semifinal loss to eventual champion Jannik Sinner at the Australian Open in ...

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