Novak Djokovic Says His Health Was Behind Shocking Early Exit at U.S. Open After Vomiting

Novak Djokovic is explaining what went wrong during his stunning early exit from the U.S. Open. The tennis superstar battled vomiting, cramping, and significant pain during his first-round loss to Mariano Navone. Later, Djokovic admitted his physical condition prevented him from finishing the match the way he wanted. Djokovic revealed these problems weren't entirely new, explaining he's been carrying these issues all year. 'It's something that I've been carrying, unfortunately, pretty much every match this year,' he confirmed. He noted that his whole body would essentially collapse, suffering from cramping and pain. Despite his illness, Djokovic initially took a two-sets-to-one lead over Navone. However, his condition worsened, leading him to require medical attention during the match. 'The back just gave up in the end, and the shoulder, and I couldn't close it out,' he explained. He considered retiring from the match but managed to fight through to the final stages. 'Always love…