Novak Djokovic faced a setback in his quest as Australia clinched a 3-0 victory against Serbia in the quarterfinals of United Cup 2024. Struggling with a persistent wrist injury, the world No. 1 found himself challenged by Alex de Minaur's formidable defence and powerful serve. Djokovic, twice attended by the physio, succumbed to a 6-4, 6-4 defeat. Meanwhile, Poland secured a spot in the semi-finals with a convincing 3-0 win over China, courtesy of Iga Swiatek's triumph and Hubert Hurkacz's stellar performance. The Polish team, now bound for Sydney, awaits the outcome of the France versus Norway clash. This is Djokovic's first defeat in Australia since 2018's Australian Open quarterfinal
United Cup 2024: Injury-Stricken Novak Djokovic's Serbia Suffer Shock Defeat; Poland Dominate In Quarterfinals
Novak Djokovic faced a setback in his quest as Australia clinched a 3-0 victory against Serbia in the quarterfinals of United Cup 2024. Struggling with a persistent wrist injury, the world No. 1 found himself challenged by Alex de Minaur's formidable defence and powerful serve. Djokovic, twice attended by the physio, succumbed to a 6-4, 6-4 defeat. Meanwhile, Poland secured a spot in the semi-finals with a convincing 3-0 win over China, courtesy of Iga Swiatek's triumph and Hubert Hurkacz's stellar performance. The Polish team, now bound for Sydney, awaits the outcome of the France versus Norway clash. This is Djokovic's first defeat in Australia since 2018's Australian Open?quarterfinal
United Cup tennis: Australia vs Serbia
United Cup tennis: Australia vs Serbia
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