Djokovic knocked out by lucky loser at Indian Wells

World number one Novak Djokovic beaten by Luca Nardi at Indian Wells. Italian Nardi, ranked 123 in the world, had originally been knocked out in qualifying but reached the main draw after another player’s withdrawal. He hit 34 winners in a 6-4 3-6 6-3 win over the 24-time Grand Slam champion, converting match point with an ace. Nardi was beaten by Belgium’s David Goffin in the final round of qualifying.

Serb hit 17 winners but made nine unforced errors. Nardi: “I was starting the season most of my career with a Grand Slam win or Dubai win. Some you win, some you lose” Daniil Medvedev beat Sebastian Korda 6-4 5-7 6-3 and will play Grigor Dimitrov in the next round. Tommy Paul beat France’s Ugo Humbert in straight sets.

Holger Rune, Casper Ruud and Taylor Fritz also progressed.

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