There was a time, not so long ago, when Novak Djokovic lost so rarely that it seemed the tennis world wobbled on its axis every time he did, shaking with the shock of it all.

Novak Djokovic, who was ousted in the third round last year, fell 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 to Botic Van De Zandschulp in the second round of the BNP Paribas Open on Saturday.

After securing his eighth career win over a Top 10 player by defeating Novak Djokovic at Indian Wells, Botic van de Zandschulp has picked the toughest victory among those against the Serbian, Rafael Nadal,

Amid fitness concerns, Novak Djokovic will begin campaign at Indian Wells Open 2025 against Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp.

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Novak Djokovic has criticized the Indian Wells playing conditions in light of his unexpected ouster from the competition. The Serbian rising star was shocked to lose to world No. 85 Botic van de Zandschulp 2-6,

Novak Djokovic faced an unexpected defeat against Botic van de Zandschulp in the second round of Indian Wells. Despite a strong comeback in the second set, Djokovic couldn't maintain his momentum, ultimately losing the decider.

INDIAN WELLS, Calif. — Novak Djokovic came to California with big plans and high hopes. He would play the so-called Sunshine Double of Indian Wells and Miami for the first time in seven years, hopefully to have some success after a solid few weeks of practice.

Novak Djokovic will not chase his sixth Indian Wells title this year. Similar to 2024, the 24-time Major winner fell to a lucky loser in the second round, with Botic van de Zandschulp earning a notable 6-2,

Novak Djokovic’s shocking defeat at Indian Wells sparks retirement rumors. Discover the candid reflections from the tennis legend after a surprising loss.