The Indian Wells Masters saw a huge shock as Novak Djokovic was surprised by World No. 85 Botic Van De Zandschulp in the opening round. The Dutchman beat the 24-time Grand Slam champion 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 to blow the bottom half of the draw entirely open.

Former World No.1 Novak Djokovic failed to go through to the second round after Botic van de Zandschulp of the Netherlands defeated the Serb 6-2, 3-6, 6-1.

Novak Djokovic, a five-time champion at Indian Wells, was defeated in his opener by Dutch lucky loser Botic van de Zandschulp. The Serbian star struggled with 37 unforced errors and acknowledged the challenges he faces at 37.