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John McEnroe claims Novak Djokovic has surprised him with what he’s done since losing at the US Open

Legendary tennis player John McEnroe has praised Novak Djokovic’s resilience and adaptability following his early exit at the 2026 US Open. Despite the setback, Djokovic has continued to defy expectations at 39, securing his 102nd career title at the China Open earlier this month.

His performance in Beijing marked a standout week, though his momentum was abruptly halted just days later by a surprising first-round defeat to Hubert Hurkacz at the Shanghai Masters. The loss to Hurkacz, a player Djokovic had never lost to before, underscored the challenges of maintaining peak form as his career enters its twilight years.

Djokovic’s recent schedule reflects a mix of triumph and frustration, balancing a historic victory in Beijing with an early exit in Shanghai, leaving fans and analysts alike to ponder his future trajectory on the court.

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