Novak Djokovic hit by bottle at 2024 Italian Open

SOURCE nypost.com
Novak Djokovic was hit in the head by a bottle thrown from the stands after his match at the 2024 Italian Open but fortunately did not sustain serious injuries.

Key Points

  • Djokovic was hit in the head by a bottle thrown from the stands after his match at the 2024 Italian Open.
  • The incident was deemed accidental as the bottle fell out of a child's backpack while trying to get Djokovic's attention for an autograph.
  • Djokovic had blood on his head but did not require stitches and was reported to be okay.
  • The responsible person had already left, and investigations were ongoing to determine the details of the incident.

Pros

  • Djokovic did not sustain serious injuries despite being hit by a bottle.
  • He was attended to by medical staff and did not require stitches.

Cons

  • The incident could have resulted in a more serious injury.