Novak Djokovic has spoken publicly for the first time since his surprise loss at the Basel Open, admitting the defeat "hurts." The Serbian tennis star suffered an unexpected early exit at the Swiss indoor tournament, marking a rare setback in his 2026 season. Djokovic, a multiple-time champion in Basel, did not elaborate further on the match or his immediate schedule. The comments came in a brief statement reported by Yahoo Sports on October 30, 2026.
Novak Djokovic Breaks Silence After Shock Basel Open Defeat: 'It Hurts'
