As Djokovic signed photos at the Italian Open, a water bottle hit him in the head.
Afterward, Djokovic wrote on X, “This was an accident, and I’m fine resting at the hotel with an ice pack.”
After beating Corentin Moutet of France in the second round of the Italian Open on Friday, Novak Djokovic was hit in the head by a water bottle and had to go to the hospital.
After his easy 6-3 6-1 win over the lucky loser, the Serbian was signing autographs when the bottle hit him in the head. He quickly grabbed his head and fell to his knees. He sat there on the ground for a few seconds while staff ran to help him. Eventually, he was helped off the floor.
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The people in charge of the tournament said there was no reason to worry about his health.
According to a statement shared on social media by the event, Novak Djokovic was hit in the head by a water bottle as he left the Central Court after his match. He was signing autographs for fans.
“He underwent appropriate medication and has already left the Foro Italico to return to his hotel.”
Social media videos showed that the bottle had come loose from a fan’s backpack and hit him. Reuters wasn’t able to independently check the video right away.
On the social media site X, Djokovic wrote, “Thank you for the messages of safety.” It was a mistake, and I’m fine. I’ll rest at the hotel with an ice pack. “See you all on Sunday.”
The next player is Alejandro Tabilo from Chile.
