Novak Djokovic has been defeated in the opening round of a Grand Slam tournament for the first time in two decades. The 39-year-old lost to Mariano Navone in a five-set match that lasted four hours and 36 minutes. Djokovic struggled with physical and internal ailments, making multiple mistakes throughout the game. This loss marks his earliest exit from a Grand Slam in 20 years, with his previous earliest exit being at the 2006 Australian Open.

The match was a closely contested one, with Navone ultimately emerging victorious. Djokovic expressed his dissatisfaction with his performance, stating that he did not enjoy himself on the court. Further details about the match are available from the source.