The Czech, who coached Djokovic alongside Hall of Famer Andre Agassi for several months from 2017 to 2018, suspected the Serb was suffering. Players who are defaulted are finished in the tournament, and even if they were leading an opponent when the default was issued, the score goes down in their record as a loss. For the time being, Stepanek said Djokovic is likely seeking refuge with those nearest and dearest to him. But no matter, you can be assured that one day karma will come for you. “The referee 100 per cent made the right decision (in defaulting Djokovic). You could hear her voice coming through the audio,” added Darren Cahill. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)Source:Getty Images. He's trying to do the best he can. The Serb was defaulted after a ball he hit in frustration struck a back-court line umpire. https://www.espn.com/.../how-novak-djokovic-was-defaulted-2020-us-open Names like Daniil Medvedev, Dominic Thiem, and Alexander Zverev will now have a much easier path towards capturing their first Grand Slam. “Dear #NoleFam thank you for your positive messages,” he tweeted. The USTA has not yet announced the amount Djokovic will be fined, if at all, for the incident. The Serbian, trailing 6 … We have a right to make a mistake.". The USTA said in its statement: "Because he was defaulted, Djokovic will lose all ranking points earned at the US Open and will be fined the prize money won at the tournament in addition to any or all fines levied with respect to the offending incident.". !#Djokovic #USOpen2020 @DjokerNole stay strong cham… https://t.co/LPb5ZkXl52, And if it can make him drop that habit of kicking those balls and bouncing racquets: good. “LET ME SAY THIS LOUDLY! “Please also remember the linesperson that was hit by the ball last night needs our community’s support too. NEW YORK -- Novak Djokovic, the odds-on favorite to win his 18th Grand Slam title at this US Open, is gone from the tournament in the most sensational default recorded in the Open era. Novak… There wouldn't have been as many players in recent history as strong a favorite to land a major than Djokovic in New York this year, given his dominance -- unbeaten in 2020 -- … With 12 titles, Nadal will be the heavy favorite at Roland Garros, again, but Djokovic shouldn't be discounted. A default is also the automatic result when a player commits a third violation of the code during a match. You can see how much that young lady, it did hurt her. Europe here I come.”. “Hell hath no fury like Djokovic’s fans scorned. pic.twitter.com/tM4xFaobS8. (CNN)The US Open normally marks the end of the grand slam season. "I know he is very sad inside himself and he is in pain," Stepanek, a former world No. Having missed out on closing the set with set points in his hands, Djokovic had bludgeoned the ball just a few points before the above incident. 1 Jim Courier. Ultimately, Novak Djokovic had to bid adieu to the tournament and make way for Busta. She will return to work when she and the doctor deem it appropriate, a source told the newspaper. "We have to accept the outcome of it.". Novak Djokovic: US Open default adds to damaging 2020 He may be unbeatable on court this year but Djokovic's questionable judgement has led to unintended consequences in 2020 I ask you to stay especially supportive and caring to her during this time.