Djokovic's Form Struggles Continue with Italian Open Loss and Another Fonseca Defeat
Key Questions
What recent results have raised concerns about Djokovic's form?
Djokovic lost to a qualifier at the Italian Open after a two-month injury absence and also fell to João Fonseca in a third-round epic. These results compound worries about his fitness and form ahead of Wimbledon during a difficult 2026 season.
How did Djokovic perform against João Fonseca?
Teenage star João Fonseca produced a stunning victory over Djokovic in a third-round match, extending the Serb's wait for a record 25th Grand Slam title.
What was Djokovic's form like earlier in the season?
Before Roland Garros, Djokovic appeared nearly unbeatable after a dominant run at the Masters 1000 level, but recent losses have shifted the narrative to ongoing struggles.
Djokovic lost to a qualifier at the Italian Open after two months out with a right injury, admitting he's missing a half-step. A new article reports he also lost to João Fonseca in a third-round epic at another tournament, compounding concerns about his form and fitness ahead of Wimbledon. This adds to the narrative of a poor 2026 season.