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In a stunning upset at the Australian Open 2024, the reigning World No. 1, Novak Djokovic, has bowed out of the competition, clearing the path for the rising star Jannik Sinner to secure a coveted spot in the highly anticipated finals. This unexpected twist has injected an element of surprise into the first Grand Slam of the year, setting the stage for the crowning of a new champion.
The 22-year-old Italian, boasting a track record of two victories in his last three encounters with Djokovic, sealed a four-set triumph with a dominating performance, achieving a scoreline of 6-1, 6-2, 6-7 (6), 6-3.
This marks Djokovic’s first defeat at the Australian Open in over six years and his inaugural loss in a semifinal at the opening Grand Slam event of the year, shattering a previously flawless 10-for-10 record. Sinner’s victory catapults him into his first-ever Grand Slam final, adding an exciting chapter to the tournament’s narrative.
