Novak Djokovic criticized for post-match conversation with opponent: 'Embarrassing'

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Novak Djokovic's upset loss earlier this week did not come without some controversy.

Luca Nardi, the 123rd-ranked player in the world, upset the world's best in Djokovic Monday at Indian Wells, beating him 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 in the round of 32 of the BNP Paribas Open.

During the second set, there was a moment when Nardi seemed surprised by an "in" call and casually hit the ball back over the net. After some apparent confusion, Nardi won the point, which led to Djokovic complaining to the official about a potential hindrance.

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Luca Nardi of Italy is congratulated by Novak Djokovic of Serbia after their match during the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells Tennis Garden March 11, 2024, in Indian Wells, Calif. (Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

Djokovic claimed Nardi "literally stopped," but the chair umpire said just because Nardi stopped "doesn't mean the point stops."

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After the match, the two seemed to have a contentious discussion. It's still unclear what was said, but the consensus on social media was Djokovic was shaming Nardi for the point.

The seemingly stern talk led to a lot of backlash.

Luca Nardi of Italy, left, is congratulated by Novak Djokovic of Serbia after their match during the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells Tennis Garden March 11, 2024, in Indian Wells, Calif. (Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

"Appalling that Djokovic brought up the stopping play incident when he shook Nardi’s hand at the net 1) that point had nothing to do with the outcome of the match, 2) it’s not Nardi’s call to make, 3) umpire made the right call. "Stopping" happens all the time and