Djokovic’s medical malaise in Cincinnati exposes fraying edges of ageing great’s game

Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, suffered a first-round exit at the Cincinnati tournament, with the match described as a difficult watch due to him requiring medical treatment courtside during the match. The defeat highlights a concerning pattern for the ageing Serbian, whose performances appear to be declining at lower-tier events while he continues to reserve his best tennis for the Grand Slams. Observers note the fraying edges of Djokovic's game as he navigates the later stages of his career.