Tennis Upset: Istomin Knocks Out Djokovic in the Australian Open

Denis Istomin, world No. 117, eliminated Novak Djokovic from the Australian Open. Djokovic, a six-time champion and two-time defending champion, was defeated in the second round by Istomin in a five-set match, with a score of 7-6 (10), 5-7, 2-6, 7-6 (5), and 6-4.

Djokovic, the second seed and the dominant force in this tournament in recent years, succumbed to Istomin after a grueling battle that lasted four hours and 48 minutes.

Next up, Istomin will face Spanish player Pablo Carreño in the third round.