
Djokovic faces uncertain future after US Open upset and three-year slam drought
Novak Djokovic, owner of 24 majors and still a top player, suffered a shocking first‑round loss at the 2026 U.S. Open to Mariano Navone, marking his earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years and extending a three‑year major drought amid ongoing health and heat‑related issues, fueling questions about his future and potential final runs at events like the Australian Open.



