Djokovic Upset by Tirante in Cincinnati Heat

Novak Djokovic fell 2-6, 6-4, 6-4 to Thiago Tirante in the Cincinnati Open, with the match collapsing as heat and humidity took a toll. Accounts describe Djokovic vomiting into a towel and needing a medical timeout as he battled what he described as a long-standing health issue worsened by hot conditions. He stressed that the problem is not solely the weather but a health condition he has dealt with for years, complicating his on-court performance. Djokovic indicated it was unlikely he would return to Cincinnati next year, and he remains focused on the upcoming US Open. The episode has renewed questions about his preparation for the Open, though he remains a leading contender.