Luca Nardi SHOCKS Novak Djokovic 🤯 | Indian Wells 2024 Highlights 

20 y/o World No.123 Luca Nardi with the most amazing night of his young life so far!

In the post match interview Nardi said he literally just moved from his room with a Novak poster on the wall to beat his hero here. This is what sport is all about!

It's not even Djokovic playing bad, Nardi was just ridiculously good

The guy has only won 5 matches on the ATP tour.....EVER. He literally lost in the qualifying rounds only to get a spot when the draw opened up (lucky loser). These guys are starting to believe they can beat Novak and they're doing it.

Italy is experiencing a tennis renaissance! Nevers seen so many talented young italian tennis players like now.

Returning early is just so powerful the pressure it puts on the opponent is insane. Congrats Nardi. You deserve it.

Nardi played in a very skilful and composed manner, not looking like a "nobody" in the sport. He definitely deserved the victory. Hope he will rise as another Italian talent after Sinner 👍

the way he handled the pressure

What a talent and a natural game with power and variations!

2:04 this was such a weird moment. I feel like Djokovic only complained because he hit a bad drop shot and knew Nardi would get there. Because from what we see, Nardi stops playing thinking ball was out, but gets the return in play, and then Djokovic instantly runs forwards to take advantage of the situation. If Djokovic truly thought the point was over, he wouldn’t have bothered to run forwards.

I went to bed thinking Djokovic had this in the bag. I wake up to see Nardi have match point and win. Nardi I'm officially a fan.

Compare the extraordinary composure of Nardi, who has only his 4th tour win against Djokavic, and never screamed, never begged the crowd to cheer for him, never disrespected Novak...and then there's Shelton who screams when his opponents miss in the very first game and cant get his finger out of his ear, begging for applause. What a difference in maturity and respect. Congratulations Nardi!

Unbelievable! Nardi's ability to rally is amazing.🤯

2:03 that point was the highlight itself. Djoko's reaction and then complaining for the umpire after that was priceless while Nardi was taking a breath.

Bravo Luca. Hai mostrato al mondo tennistico tutto il tuo grande talento. Ti aspettavamo a questi livelli stellari perché ne sei capace

after AO and IW 2024 I believe that Djokovic will not vacation in Italy after retiring 😎

I bet Sinner’s performance is giving a lot of self belief to the Italian players. This guy probably has played sinner a bunch of time and seeing how sinner performed in AO made him think why not me.

Nardi just played so big to the back line over and over. Djokovic couldn’t handle it. Amazing match from him. True David vs Goliath.

First Sinner and now Luca NARDI! What a pleasure to see 2 Italians tennis players defeat Nole!! What pride for Italy! 💪🏻🇮🇹

this is one of the biggest upsets in several years and one of the best indian wells matches in a while. nardi was blasting the ball off the forehand wing and played lights out at the net, very dynamic player

Djokovic’s weakness is Italians!

Why is Djokovic bitching about the weird point at 2:03 when he won the set anyway? Also, he needs to not be focused on his opponent. Nardi can play nonchalantly if he wants to. Djokovic had a lapse in judgement and needs to accept he lost the match and move on, no need for the scolding at the net.

Congratulations to Luca, a great match for him! Novak played well, but Nardi was just on another level!

Great to see this next generation of players stepping up. Amazing playing

To be exact. Djokovic did nothing wrong 17 winners to 9 unforced errors but Nardi was twice as good with 34 winners and 19 unforced errors. Djokovic fans doing the most without acknowledging Nardi simply outplaying and outclassing Djokovic.

HE TOOK THE BALL SO EARLY JUST LIKE AGASSI.. BRAVO!

Djokovic bitter there at the end. He said to Nardi in Italian "Non era giusto, pero bravo." "That wasn't right, but well done." Nardi apologizes but Djokovic cuts him off. It was in reference to when Nardi looks like he stopped playing on Djokovic's serve.

honestly amazing

I’m Serbian but i absolutely adore Nardi after this, what a win!

In Italy we all knew Nardi is a rough diamond, he just need to be more consistent and mentally tough to explode cause the technical skills are insane

Simply outplayed. Well done Nardi!

I like Novak but Nardi outclassed him. What a match!!

Djokovic wasn't in bad shape, and he often recovered from being behind. But Nardi's play was great. Tennis is interesting because things like this happen.

Nice, more of these this year please

After seeing the interview and Djokovic claiming he had a bad day. I'm not seeing it. He had some strange moments, but he seemed to be playing well. I don't think he gave credit enough to Nardi. That was an out of this world performance. When I find myself reactively leaning forward in my seat out of the sheer disbelief from the wild shots he pulled off, I know that he's something special and simply outclassed Novak.

Nardi doing something Monfils never did in his entire career. 😅

WELL DONE LUCA hello from Australia

Djokovic's antics as always to complain to the upmire mid match to break the opponent's momentum....toilet breaks..talking loudly to the coaching team and screaming....but kudos to the young italian for handling the pressure and beat the djoker...a very promising kid with powerful ground strokes and good volley and serve

I started to think Djokovic would come back after winning the second set,but to no avail. Nardi stayed focused and pulled it off. Amazing victory in his early career. I also think Sinner has had a great influence on Italian tennis as I see more and more players,men/women, going deeper into the rounds. Great for the sport.

this is how you beat djoko. fearless ball striking, top notch movement and few errors. Nardi is a champ

Awesome to see younger generation FINAlLLY coming through!!!!

Future is bright when we see this type of players great to see the very young 20 unbelievable can best anyone with the good serve and baseline rally 😮

He figured out they key to beat Novak: "Hit the cover off the ball and paint lines for 3 hours." Just unbelievable play from Nardi, he would have beaten anyone the way he was playing tonight.

This was a great match to see! Some fantastic tennis on display gentlemen. 💪🏼🔥👌🏼 Great work!

this very new gen players amazing, dino prizmic, arthur cazaux and luca nardi coming very strong. It's good they are similar age of alcaraz and sinner. soon we will be witnessed great rivalries...

sometimes you need a chance and Luca made sure to grab it by the hands! So proud of you!

Novak will still be a tough out moving forward however, all those that thought '24 would simply continuation of where '23 left-off need to understand- each year is its own animal. Novak is approaching 37 soon and will no longer be able play at the level he's use to. Age works invisibly on our bodies so that, reflexes, reaction-time, coordination, etc. become fractions-of-a-second slower, which makes a HUGE difference in professional sports- the difference between winning and losing! It's been a great run for Novak!

Djokovic's glorious time is about to reach its close, that is natural law.

nardi's returns were faster than some of djokovic's serves

A star is born

Some of nardis shots were incredible. Congrats!

Nardi is impressive ! Young and fearless . Similar to Jannik . ❤❤❤

Novak was scolding the younger player at the end? That kid played out of his face. Novak didn't play badly really but Nardi was just incredible. To think a lucky loser and now just beat the world number 1. Sport is crazy.

Yasssss. And LOL at Djokovic whining at the net 😂 we all know he is the king of sportsmanship 🙄

He is so promising. Looks like two Djokovic playing each other. Congrats. Luka!!❤🎉❤🎉❤

WOW Sinner has triggered a magic virtuous moment in my country. SUPER LUCA!!!! Grandissimissimo!

Wow, Nardi took so much time away on those ground strokes. Its almost Federer-esque.

I'm still awake and will hardly be able to sleep. Great Nardi!!!

Not sure what it is and not having a better word, but Luca played smoothly. No big attitude, calmly putting the ball in and some brilliant slices. Also the way he prepare hes backhand kinda reminds me of Karen Kachanov. Massive congrats to the young Italian chap. Hope to see him around in the big leagues more often. Forza Luca!

I remember first seeing Nardi play in Les Petits a few years back. A very smooth, clean ball striker for sure.

Typical Djokovic shitty attitude at the end ahaha Nothing crazy physicality-wise about Nardi, but very impressive composure

Seems like the Italians have the code of deciphering Novak's game

Amazing tennis by Nardi. So aggressive at such decisive moments. I cant believe Joker spoke about that one point during the hand share. It literally made no difference to the outcome as he won. that set anyway.

never heard of Nardi until now

Nardi was a huge Italian promise when Carlitos Alcaraz had just won his first Challenger. Many Italians have compared his talent to Alcaraz in recent years. He just never fully bloom like Carlos or Jannik but this win will definitely boost his faith and confidence moving forward. 💪🏼

what a match

He's a sore loser. Shame he can't just congratulate and acknowledge a great performance from a young fella. Well done Nardi!

Djokovic's mistake was to underestimate him. He probably had already won the match in his mind before stepping on the court and was thinking about the next game. Fatal error.

Not too long ago, Nardi was beaten 6-0 6-0 by Musetti, who also virtually mocked him. I love tennis.

as italian, while discovering another talent and good person (it's evident), I have to notice and appreciate Djoko's sportmanship at the end.......man is just classy 👍👏👏

wtf novak talking after the game? Was he supposed to vin every single game and somehow he is pissed because he was handled?

In all these years of watching tennis, it's hard to remember the last match where Djokovic looked this disoriented and out of control ........ Some absolutely brilliant point construction from Nardi here, and he definitely wants some silverware real soon!!! Epic win, loved the intensity from this Italian 😎😎

Age catches up to you very suddenly, rendering your reflex/reaction that marginally slower. This is enough to bring you back to the pack.

Nadal is always exceptionally gracious when he loses , doesnt make excuses and always gives credit when it is due, Nardi certainly was not playing like a lucky loser

Remember the name Luca Nardi, this young lad created history what a genius performance just unforgettable and remarkable hats off you young sensation what a great and impressive victory against greatest No. 1 rank legend Novak, enjoy this precious moments Italian🇮🇹 and seize it forever ❤ 💪👏👌✌👍☂️🎾🥂🍻🍾

Well done to Nardi. He got some great angles on his forehand at times. Djokovic looked unmotivated at times towards the end. Has he lost the drive to win right now? At least he has another tournament coming up without a long break.

crazy match!

Nardi, like Sinner, simply got more racquet head speed on his shots and his shots had more pop on them. Too early to call, but 2024 could be a no-Slam year for Djokovic if other players can figure him out.

Great playing from Nardi so composed and a great player one of my new favorites!

The boy won because he was in optimal physical condition but also because he had no awe and because he tried to impose his own game on the opponent by preventing him from playing his typical game: the psychological aspect in tennis is always particularly important.

I hope that his career will not be reduced to the fact that he won against Djokovic. You have to be at the top in every match to be among the best, good luck to you Nardi.😊

Luca Nardi played a great match and was better than Djokovic in all departments that mattered. Djokovic did not pass the round of 16 in Indian Wells and Miami since 2016. Granted, he did not play the last 3 years, but he has been performing badly at the sunshine double for many years now. I admit I did not expect a lucky loser to beat him in the 3rd round here, but it's not a total shock either. He will not get pass the QF in Miami either, if he gets there. He has been playing mediocre tennis for a long time, now the results are just starting to show it as well. I am glad for Luca and I hope this victory will catapult his career. He has a nice demeanor and also nice game.

I gasped so many times at Luca's powerful shots. And kept texting my best tennis bud OMG, as i realized the upset was coming. Great tennis match!

CONGRATULATIONS LUCA!!! I was glad to see you win!

Man. This boy played great. This can happen

I think Djokovic was too excited about beating Monfils for the 20th time in a row and just got distracted.

Proud of my country 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹 ITALY 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

Luca just played out of this world, and that’s it 🇮🇹💥😎 what a match!!!

The kid played like a top 10 player. Incredible performance.

Congrats to Nardi on a solid match, but as a big Djokovic fan, that was very disappointing! Looks like the Italian hangover still lingers (0-2) in last two matches. Djokovic played badly in almost every aspect just like the Sinner match. I know it's a small sample size but Novak can't expect to make any headway this season if he continues playing like this.... Ineffective serve average returns A step slower Outplayed at the back of the court Poor shot selection Average pace and depth of shot The list goes on..... Honestly for the first time in a while, he looks his age. He's a half step slower and unwilling to suffer in extended rallies. He used to grind out the 9+ rallies. Now he makes unforced errors or shortens the point with poor drop shots. The biggest concern for Djokovic fans is that unless he improves his fitness, he's going to need to rely on hitting bigger and shortening points, because he doesn't seem to have the stamina and balance to grind the long points anymore. Hope I'm proven wrong.....sigh

Alcaraz, Rune and Sinner have all beaten Novak multiple times and they have inspired other youngsters to prove themselves as well. He is the GOAT, but age is a real thing, the aura of being unbeatable is fading and it will only get harder to keep winning. As he said in November, once the young guys start kicking his ass, he will consider retirement. Too early to say but maybe he will have to start thinking about it this year already. Nardi played amazing especially in the third set, he absolutely deserved to win. The pool of Italian tennis talent right now is unbelievable.

It seems that the big 3 era is really drawing to a close...Federer retired, an injured Nadal that's been unable to play or compete at the highest level, and now Djokovic that looks more and more beatable...luckily there is plenty of talent on the young guys, tennis will still be fun to watch. 🙂

Nardi looks like a very smart player. He has a good touch of the ball. Different than the other young players nowadays.

Hell of a match by Nardi! Congratulations! Well done kid!👏👏

time is ruthless

The young Italian's legs became a wall from Djokovic's punches

Dio Santo lo ha preso a martellate...questo è più forte di Sinner ,se solo fosse continuo. Grande Nole,Grande Luca magnifica partita

Nardi was hungry, fast, precise and had super shots..powerful and deadly. Novak didn't play bad (as with Sinner in AO) but wasn't playing agressive or tricky enough to crack Nardi at the end. This is Tennis and the young less known players can surprise big time these days. Bravo Nardi!

Love that Nardi can volley, drop shot and hit a backspin BH as well as all the usual power from the baseline,. He handles the racquet well, is young. defends well and moves great and also was calm under pressure. So where has be been and is this for real?

Something is off with Djokovic this year.