Novak Djokovic drops out of ATP top 10 after US Open exit

Novak Djokovic's first-round exit at the US Open has resulted in his fall out of the ATP top 10, dropping to 12th in the latest rankings. The shock defeat marks a significant moment in professional tennis, ending the historic dominance of the Big 3 in the top 10.

Djokovic, alongside Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, had maintained a commanding presence in tennis's upper rankings for an extended period. This ranking shift signals a changing landscape in men's professional tennis as the next generation of players gains ground.