The phrase "sad saga" refers to a story or situation that is filled with unhappiness, sorrow, or tragedy. It describes a narrative that is unfortunate or disheartening. Full definition
The ongoing sad saga of Sam began when Cornelius resident Kathy Stallard spotted the injured small terrier tied to the doorknob of a neighboring apartment. (mainstreetveterinary.com)
Why don't you make some fucking Guardian amiibos and just bring this whole sad saga crashing down to its inevitable brand - synergy conclusion? (thatvideogameblog.com)
Lying behind all this are a thousand sad sagas of students who complete high school near the top of their class, having met all graduation requirements and gotten good grades, only to discover upon arrival in college — even community college — that they are not prepared to succeed in credit - bearing courses. (educationnext.org)