Novak Djokovic Hit in the Head by Water Bottle at Tennis Match

Medical Tests Pending

Challenger Alejandro Tabilo Defeats Djokovic in Straight Sets

Novak Djokovic, the world's top-ranked men's tennis player, is awaiting the results of medical tests after he was struck on the head by a metal water bottle at a tournament in California. Djokovic was playing against Alejandro Tabilo of Chile in the second round of the Indian Wells Masters when the incident occurred.

According to reports, the water bottle was thrown from the crowd after Djokovic had lost the first set. The bottle hit Djokovic in the back of the head, and he immediately collapsed to the ground. Medical staff rushed to his aid and attended to him on court for several minutes.

Djokovic was eventually able to walk off the court with assistance, but he did not return for the second set. Tabilo was awarded a walkover victory and advanced to the third round of the tournament.

Djokovic later released a statement on social media, saying that he was "feeling okay" but that he was "taking some time to recover." He also thanked the medical staff and fans for their support.

The incident is under investigation by tournament officials. No arrests have been made at this time.