Novak Djokovic is knocked out early at the Cincinnati Open after struggling in hot, humid conditions and losing to Argentina’s Thiago Agustín Tirante in a three-set match.
Across reports, Djokovic’s defeat is described as a shock, with Tirante taking advantage of the circumstances. Multiple outlets say Djokovic was managing physical fatigue from the heat and humidity, particularly after the first set, as he appeared to struggle to recover between points. BBC Sport and the Guardian specifically note the impact of conditions from the second set onward.
While all sources agree on the key result and the heat factor, they differ slightly in emphasis. Sky News and Sky Sports focus on Djokovic’s first match since Wimbledon and his physical difficulty in a “sapping” contest. The Guardian highlights Tirante’s biggest win of his career and describes Djokovic’s visible recovery efforts during rallies. Other outlets similarly attribute the momentum shift to the weather but vary in how much detail they provide about Djokovic’s on-court behavior.
