Trying to win his 100th ATP Tour title, Djokovic ran into both the power and precision of the rising 19-year-old Czech.
Heavy rain poured down on Hard Rock Stadium Sunday afternoon and there was lightning in the area, delaying the start of the Miami Open men’s final between 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic and 19-year-old Czech newcomer Jakub Mensik.
His loss to 19-year-old Czech talent Jakub Mensik underlines the changing face of men’s tennis - and puts a 100th ATP title further out of reach
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Thesportstak on MSN'I don't want to sound like I'm giving excuses': Novak Djokovic Remains Tight-Lipped Over Eye Issue That Seemingly Led to 'Weird Day' Defeat at Miami Open FinalNovak Djokovic remained tight-lipped over the evident eye issue that came into notice during the Miami Masters final, where the Serb lost to Jakub Mensik in two consecutive tiebreaks.
Sky Sports Tennis' Gigi Salmon looks back upon the Miami Open, where Emma Raducanu enjoyed a welcome return to form, and Novak Djokovic was forced to wait longer for a piece of history...
John McEnroe's younger brother Patrick was made to eat his words following Novak Djokovic's surprise defeat in the Miami Open final. The veteran Serb was beaten by Jakub Mensik, who prevailed in straight sets despite needing tiebreaks on both occasions.
What could possibly make the record 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic feel nerves at this stage of his illustrious career? Playing in front of one of his peers from another sport, apparently.