Djokovic Stunned by Opelka in Brisbane Quarterfinals: A Shocking Upset
2025-01-03
The Australian Financial Review
In a thrilling quarterfinal match at the Brisbane International, Novak Djokovic suffered a surprising defeat at the hands of big-serving Reilly Opelka, with a final score of 7-6 (6), 6-3. The 37-year-old Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, was competing in his first tournament of the year, gearing up for the Australian Open. This loss marks a significant upset, with Opelka's powerful serves proving too much for Djokovic to handle, highlighting the intense competition in the tennis world, including ATP tournaments and Grand Slam events.
