Novak Djokovic suffers in Cincinnati heat as Thiago Agustín Tirante inflicts shock defeat
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Novak Djokovic suffered a shock second-round defeat to Argentina's Thiago Agustín Tirante at the Cincinnati Open, losing 2-6, 6-4, 6-4.
Throughout the match, Djokovic struggled significantly with the severe heat and humidity. Despite winning the first set and initially holding a lead, the physical toll of the weather impacted his performance from the second set onward, allowing Tirante to mount a comeback and secure the victory.
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Guardian SportDetailed match progression and physical toll on the player
BBC SportConcise overview focusing on the upset and weather impact
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