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Novak Djokovic accidentally struck by water bottle at the Italian Open

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Novak Djokovic was accidentally struck by a water bottle on Friday night as he signed autographs following his second-round win at the Italian Open over Corentin Moutet. Djokovic, the world No 1, had signed a cap and then a sheet of paper as he headed for the exit when a metal bottle fell onto his head.

Novak Djokovic was accidentally struck by a water bottle on Friday night as he signed autographs following his second-round win at the Italian Open over Corentin Moutet. Djokovic, the world No 1, had signed a cap and then a sheet of paper as he headed for the exit when a metal bottle fell onto his head. Advertisement Djokovic was clearly in a lot of distress as he fell to the floor, and he stayed on the ground for more than 30 seconds before being escorted out by ground staff.

New angle, all clear now, Novak is fine 👇 — Saša Ozmo Djokovic’s post-match press conference was cancelled, but the tournament issued a statement saying: “Novak Djokovic on leaving the Central court at the end of his match was hit on the head by a water bottle while signing autographs to spectators. “He underwent appropriate medication and has already left the Foro Italico to return to his hotel; his condition is not a cause for concern.

 

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