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Neeraj Chopra finished second at the Diamond League Finals in Zurich, with a best throw of 85.01m. Germany's Julian Weber won with a season-leading 91.57m. Chopra, despite struggling with his timing, secured the runner-up position in his final attempt. He expressed optimism about improving before the World Championships, acknowledging technical challenges and a persistent groin injury.

Novak Djokovic secured his place in the US Open third round for a record-breaking 19th time, surpassing Roger Federer's milestone with his 75th Grand Slam third-round appearance. Despite a slow start and admitting he's not at his peak, Djokovic battled through to defeat Zachary Svajda in four sets.

The US Open anticipates a potential shift in men's tennis as the Sinner-Alcaraz duopoly faces challenges. Djokovic highlights the possibility of a 'third guy' disrupting their dominance, drawing parallels to his early career. Ben Shelton, with his unique style and recent success, emerges as a contender, aiming to challenge the top players and make a significant impact at the tournament.