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Luca Nardi Stuns Novak Djokovic at Indian Wells

Ranked No. 123, Nardi's victory over the world No. 1 sparks controversy and criticism of Djokovic's behavior.

  • Luca Nardi, ranked No. 123, defeated world No. 1 Novak Djokovic at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, marking a significant upset.
  • Nardi's victory over Djokovic has sparked controversy, particularly regarding Djokovic's post-match behavior and comments.
  • Despite the upset, other top seeds like Daniil Medvedev, Holger Rune, and Coco Gauff advanced in the tournament.
  • Nardi, who entered the tournament as a lucky loser, has become the lowest-ranked player to beat Djokovic at a Grand Slam or ATP Masters 1000 level event.
  • The incident has led to widespread criticism of Djokovic, with some accusing him of unsportsmanlike conduct during and after the match.
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