Novak Djokovic books his place in Wimbledon final with dominant win over Lorenzo Musetti to set up rematch against last year's winner Carlos Alcaraz
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic books his place in Wimbledon final with dominant win over Lorenzo Musetti to set up rematch against last year's winner Carlos Alcaraz

Daily Mail  

Novak Djokovic felt the love and then he touched the clouds with his tennis. Not even the provocateurs of Centre Court would have dared boo him with any real conviction on Friday, such was the quality of the match that took this pantomime villain to his 10th Wimbledon final. There he will meet Carlos Alcaraz for a repeat of last year's five-set epic and an encounter that will have us talking again about torches passed or enduring flames. Novak Djokovic has booked his place in the final of the men's final at Wimbledon on Sunday He got the better of Italian youngster Lorenzo Musetti in straight sets on Centre Court The seven-time winner will now take on Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz in a repeat of last year's final It was found in the single-handed backhand of wonder that Musetti shaped into a winner to break at the start of the second set. Djokovic would go on to earn and lose three match points on Musetti's serve at 5-3 but concluded the match in the next game.

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Tennis-Djokovic building bond with Murray over golf, dinners
1 day, 8 hours ago

Tennis-Djokovic building bond with Murray over golf, dinners

Hindustan Times  

March 26 - Novak Djokovic said working with coach Andy Murray still felt a bit surreal but it offered him the opportunity to finally build a personal relationship with the Scot after their long rivalry on court. HT Image Djokovic, a 24-times Grand Slam champion, appointed fellow former world number one Murray ahead of this year's Australian Open and said …

Novak Djokovic marches into Miami quarters as Casper Ruud exits
1 day, 13 hours ago

Novak Djokovic marches into Miami quarters as Casper Ruud exits

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic cruised into the quarter-finals of the Miami Open on Tuesday with a 6-2, 6-2 win over Italian Lorenzo Musetti in one hour 22 minutes. Novak Djokovic of Serbia returns a shot to Lorenzo Musetti of Italy during the Miami Open Musetti, the 15th seed from Tuscany, got off to a flying start to take a 2-0 lead in …

Miami Open: Novak Djokovic snaps winless streak, Carlos Alcaraz makes shock exit
5 days, 10 hours ago

Miami Open: Novak Djokovic snaps winless streak, Carlos Alcaraz makes shock exit

India Today  

Novak Djokovic snapped his winless run with a dominating 6-0 7-6 win on Friday against Australia’s Rinky Hijikata in the Round of 64 of the Miami Open 2025. But on his return to the Miami Open after five years since 2019, Djokovic put in a strong performance and will next face Camilo Ugo Carabelli of Argentina in the Round of …

Diminishing returns: Novak Djokovic’s famed service return game shows signs of cracking
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Diminishing returns: Novak Djokovic’s famed service return game shows signs of cracking

The Hindu  

Over the last two decades, Novak Djokovic has built the reputation of being the best returner tennis has ever seen. The US Open semifinal in 2011, where he saved two match points against Roger Federer; the Australian Open final in 2012, where he came from a break down in the final set to beat Rafael Nadal in the longest match …

Novak Djokovic's biggest opponent is his own body, cannot cheat time and escape 'tennis death': Ex-Russian tennis star
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Novak Djokovic's biggest opponent is his own body, cannot cheat time and escape 'tennis death': Ex-Russian tennis star

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, had a rare barren run recently as he failed to win a single Grand Slam in 2024 and has also been facing fitness issues recently, with a leg injury forcing him to retire hurt in the semi-finals of the Australian Open. Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-final of the 2025 Australian …

Novak Djokovic crashes out of Indian Wells opener
Top News
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Novak Djokovic crashes out of Indian Wells opener

The Hindu  

Five-time champion Novak Djokovic tumbled out of the Indian Wells ATP Masters on Saturday, falling in his first match to lucky loser Botic van de Zandschulp. The Dutch player who toppled Carlos Alcaraz at the US Open last year before beating Rafael Nadal in Davis Cup in the Spanish great’s last match, beat 24-time Grand Slam champion Djokovic 6-2, 3-6, …

Novak Djokovic again stunned by a lucky loser at Indian Wells
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Novak Djokovic again stunned by a lucky loser at Indian Wells

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic was shocked by Botic van de Zandschulp 6-2 3-6 6-1 in the second round of Indian Wells on Saturday as the Serbian suffered an early exit at the hands of a tournament lucky loser for a second consecutive year. Djokovic fell to lucky loser Luca Nardi of Italy in the California desert last year and history repeated itself …

Fully fit Novak Djokovic handed shock Qatar Open exit by Matteo Berrettini
1 month, 1 week ago

Fully fit Novak Djokovic handed shock Qatar Open exit by Matteo Berrettini

India Today  

Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic’s struggles in 2025 continued as he suffered a shocking defeat to Matteo Berrettini in the Round of 32 at the Qatar Open on February 18. Despite a hard-fought first set that ended in a tiebreaker, Berrettini dominated the second set to secure a 7-6, 6-2 victory over the World No.7. Djokovic had been expected to …

Fit-again Novak Djokovic ready for Qatar Open comeback in February, eyes 100th title
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Fit-again Novak Djokovic ready for Qatar Open comeback in February, eyes 100th title

India Today  

24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has confirmed that he has fully recovered from the injury that forced him to retire midway through the Australian Open semi-final earlier this year. Djokovic withdrew from a high-stakes semi-final against Alexander Zverev at the 2025 Australian Open, just days after defeating Carlos Alcaraz. Having missed the Rotterdam Open, an ATP 500 event, and …

US tennis legend offers Novak Djokovic advice after 24-time Grand Slam winner booed by fans in Australian Open
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US tennis legend offers Novak Djokovic advice after 24-time Grand Slam winner booed by fans in Australian Open

Firstpost  

Djokovic, who has been a polarising figure in the sport in past and had been involved in a feud with broadcasters Channel Nine during the year’s first Grand Slam in Melbourne Park, was then subjected to boos and jeers as he retired hurt after the first set. American tennis legend Jimmy Connors has come out in support of Novak Djokovic …

Despite greatness, Novak Djokovic's love-hate affair with tennis world continues
2 months ago

Despite greatness, Novak Djokovic's love-hate affair with tennis world continues

India Today  

Novak Djokovic shared the medical report of his injured leg just a day before the 2025 Australian Open final. The 24-time Grand Slam champion made public an MRI scan of his injury to silence those who doubted whether his body had truly let him down during the season's first Grand Slam tournament. As the painkillers kicked in, some found it …

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Australian Open semifinal due to injury, Alexander Zverev gets walkover
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2 months ago

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Australian Open semifinal due to injury, Alexander Zverev gets walkover

India TV News  

Novak Djokovic pulled out of the Australian Open semi-finals against Alexander Zverev after complaining of an injury. With that, Zverev advanced to the final of the 2025 Australian Open final, slated to take place on Sunday, January 26. He took a medical timeout after the opening set, which also invited criticism as many tennis legends called it one of Djokovic’s …

Novak Djokovic to pull out of Australian Open semifinal vs Zverev? Serb sets off alarm bells, misses training again
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic to pull out of Australian Open semifinal vs Zverev? Serb sets off alarm bells, misses training again

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic set off alarm bells ahead of his Australian Open semifinal match against Alexander Zverev at Rod Laver Arena on Friday. Serbia's Novak Djokovic attends a press conference following his victory against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz in their men's singles quarterfinal match on day ten of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne early on January 22 Djokovic suffered from …

Novak Djokovic showcases generational ability to thrive in chaos after outduelling Carlos Alcaraz in Australian Open epic
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic showcases generational ability to thrive in chaos after outduelling Carlos Alcaraz in Australian Open epic

ABC  

It was a lead-up that would have derailed the tournament for most players, but once again Novak Djokovic showed there is no one who thrives more in chaos than he does. Djokovic overcomes injury scare to beat Alcaraz in epic Photo shows Novak Djokovic pumps fist, looking over right shoulder, looking stern Novak Djokovic booked a spot in the semifinals …

Carlos Alcaraz thrown by Novak Djokovic mid-match injury in Australian Open quarterfinal
2 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz thrown by Novak Djokovic mid-match injury in Australian Open quarterfinal

ABC  

Novak Djokovic looked in trouble. Alcaraz had his momentum squandered by the timeout — similar to Holger Rune in his fourth-round match with world number one Jannik Sinner the day before. Djokovic overcomes injury scare Photo shows Novak Djokovic pumps fist, looking over right shoulder, looking stern Novak Djokovic is through to the 50th grand slam semifinal of his illustrious …

The moment Carlos Alcaraz let Novak Djokovic mount an epic, improbable Australian Open comeback
2 months ago

The moment Carlos Alcaraz let Novak Djokovic mount an epic, improbable Australian Open comeback

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Novak Djokovic battles through injury to upset Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling Australian Open quarter-final... as coach Andy Murray watches on
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic battles through injury to upset Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling Australian Open quarter-final... as coach Andy Murray watches on

Daily Mail  

Give Andy the Erling Haaland nine-and-a-half-year deal, Novak. Under the eye of his new coach, Djokovic earned one of the most titanic and unlikely victories of his career, beating Carlos Alcaraz despite sustaining what appeared to be a groin injury in the first set. Novak Djokovic rolled back the years in a stunning quarter-final win over world number three Carlos …

Novak Djokovic reveals injury nearly forced retirement during ‘epic’ win over Carlos Alcaraz
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic reveals injury nearly forced retirement during ‘epic’ win over Carlos Alcaraz

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Djokovic’s passion, remarkable returning and stunning groundstrokes propel him past Alcaraz and into Aus Open semis
2 months ago

Djokovic’s passion, remarkable returning and stunning groundstrokes propel him past Alcaraz and into Aus Open semis

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic’s relentless fight and skill were on full display as he defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling Australian Open quarter-final. Novak Djokovic is not ready to see his campaign for a record 25th Grand Slam title die at the Australian Open 2025. Djokovic is ‘built different’ The action was non-stop, the shot-making brilliant, even as the match stretched on …

Novak Djokovic hits back to beat Carlos Alcaraz in Australian Open thriller
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic hits back to beat Carlos Alcaraz in Australian Open thriller

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Novak Djokovic blows away Carlos Alcaraz, sets up Alexander Zverev clash in Australian Open semifinal
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2 months ago

Novak Djokovic blows away Carlos Alcaraz, sets up Alexander Zverev clash in Australian Open semifinal

Hindustan Times  

Not many times does Novak Djokovic enter a contest as the underdog, let alone at the Australian Open and on Rod Laver Arena, where no player has racked up as many wins as the Serb. In front of a packed centre court at the Melbourne Park, Djokovic took down third seed Carlos Alcaraz in the blockbuster quarterfinal clash with a …

Djokovic Beats Alcaraz in Epic Quarterfinal
2 months ago

Djokovic Beats Alcaraz in Epic Quarterfinal

Deccan Chronicle  

MELBOURNE: Novak Djokovic refused to let anything stop his pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam trophy in the Australian Open quarterfinals. And not the kid across the net, Carlos Alcaraz, who was making things difficult and eyeing his own bit of history.Djokovic overcame it all, just as he has so often along the way to so many triumphs, moving …

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz’s generational tennis rivalry and a Australian Open fever dream
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz’s generational tennis rivalry and a Australian Open fever dream

New York Times  

MELBOURNE, Australia — It was supposed to be another classic. It ended up being a journey into tennis weirdness, as Novak Djokovic limped one-legged into Carlos Alcaraz’s brain and scrambled it from the inside, making the 21-year-old play through so many versions of himself it was impossible to count them. GO DEEPER Game, Set, Match: Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz …

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz at Australian Open in display of physical and tactical fortitude
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz at Australian Open in display of physical and tactical fortitude

New York Times  

Relive how Novak Djokovic won the Australian Open quarterfinal MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic beat Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 in the Australian Open quarterfinals at Melbourne Park on Tuesday night. Novak Djokovic injured his left leg in the first set of the match, in the same game that Carlos Alcaraz seized the decisive break. GO DEEPER Inside Novak …

Djokovic beats Alcaraz at Australian Open; will play Zverev in semifinal
2 months ago

Djokovic beats Alcaraz at Australian Open; will play Zverev in semifinal

Al Jazeera  

Ten-time Melbourne champion fights back to win 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 and set up a semifinal against Germany’s Alexander Zverev. Novak Djokovic has produced a stunning comeback to beat Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 in the Australian Open quarterfinals and set up a semifinal against second-seeded Alexander Zverev. “Just one of the most epic matches I have played on …

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz in ‘epic’ Australian Open quarterfinal
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz in ‘epic’ Australian Open quarterfinal

CNN  

CNN — Novak Djokovic produced a vintage performance to beat Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open quarterfinals on Tuesday, moving one step closer towards winning a record-breaking 25th grand slam singles title. The 10-time Australian Open champion is bidding to claim an outright record 25th grand slam at this year’s tournament, surpassing Australia’s Margaret Court in the process. If I …

Djokovic ‘reminded of Nadal’ ahead of blockbuster Australian Open clash vs Alcaraz: ‘2 uneven encounters between us’
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic ‘reminded of Nadal’ ahead of blockbuster Australian Open clash vs Alcaraz: ‘2 uneven encounters between us’

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic downed Jiri Lehecka in the fourth round of the ongoing Australian Open 2024, to set-up a mouthwatering blockbuster quarter-final clash with arch-rival Carlos Alcaraz. Novak Djokovic compared Carlos Alcaraz to Rafael Nadal. ‘They remind me of my duels against Rafael Nadal’: Novak Djokovic Speaking ahead of the highly-anticipated quarter-final showdown, Djokovic compared his encounters with Alcaraz to Rafael …

Novak Djokovic is booed by fans for surprising post-match act as he reaches the Australian Open quarter-finals for the 15th time in his career
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic is booed by fans for surprising post-match act as he reaches the Australian Open quarter-finals for the 15th time in his career

Daily Mail  

A smattering of boos rang out around the Rod Laver Arena on Sunday afternoon, after Novak Djokovic appeared to snub a post-match interview following his straight-sets victory against Jiri Lehecka. Novak Djokovic did not do a post-match interview after his win at Australian Open. Jones then began his broadcast, stating: 'Welcome back to Melbourne Park where you can see the …

Australian Open: Ruthless Djokovic sets up blockbuster quarter-final vs Alcaraz
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Ruthless Djokovic sets up blockbuster quarter-final vs Alcaraz

India Today  

Novak Djokovic overcame a late match wobble to beat 24th seed Jiri Lehecka in straight sets on Sunday, January 19 and progress to the quarterfinals of the Australian Open 2025. | Australian Open: Full Coverage | Novak Djokovic was in top gear as he needed just 90 minutes to take the first two sets against Lehecka, who was down and …

Novak Djokovic has trouble with his body and a fan but moves into the Australian Open’s 4th round
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic has trouble with his body and a fan but moves into the Australian Open’s 4th round

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic sought assistance from a trainer for some trouble breathing Friday night, and went back-and-forth with one particularly loud spectator, but when the ball was in play at the Australian Open against Tomas Machac, all went quite smoothly for the 24-time Grand Slam champion. Asked in a post-match interview how he thought things went, Djokovic replied: …

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic outclasses Machac to enter fourth round
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic outclasses Machac to enter fourth round

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic stepped up a level in his Australian Open third round match against Tomas Machac on Friday, brushing the Czech aside 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 with a vintage performance to reach the second week at Melbourne Park for the 17th time. READ | Australian Open 2025: Gauff sweeps aside Fernandez to reach fourth round The Czech had another look at …

Novak Djokovic breaks Roger Federer's all-time Grand Slam record in open era during second-round win at Australian Open
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic breaks Roger Federer's all-time Grand Slam record in open era during second-round win at Australian Open

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic continued his record-breaking ways at the Australian Open, as a four-set victory over Portugal’s Jaime Faria saw him advance into the third round of this year’s tournament. With his 430th match, Djokovic sets the record as the player with the most singles matches played in grand slam tennis, going past his great rival Roger Federer as he continues …

Djokovic with point to prove against younger rivals at Australian Open
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Djokovic with point to prove against younger rivals at Australian Open

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic returns to the scene of his greatest triumphs this week at the Australian Open, adamant he is ready and able to see off the challenge from Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz in his pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam crown. Chinks in the armour of the 37-year-old former world number one were exposed last year when he …

Djokovic eases into Brisbane International quarterfinals with 20th career win over Monfils
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Djokovic eases into Brisbane International quarterfinals with 20th career win over Monfils

The Hindu  

Top seed Novak Djokovic reached the quarterfinals at Brisbane International, an ATP 250 event, with his 20th career win over Gael Monfils on Thursday. Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam winner, defeated Monfils 6-3, 6-3 to keep his preparation for the Australian Open on track. Makes it 20-0 🙌@DjokerNole defeats Monfils, continuing his perfect record against the Frenchman!#BrisbaneTennispic.twitter.com/9h3mkC3Yml — Tennis TV …

‘Is the attention fun?’: Roddick tears apart Djokovic for overshadowing Nadal’s farewell with Murray announcement
3 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Is the attention fun?’: Roddick tears apart Djokovic for overshadowing Nadal’s farewell with Murray announcement

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic recently stunned tennis fans, appointing former player and arch-rival Andy Murray as his coach. Novak Djokovic announced Andy Murray as his new coach, in the same week as Rafael Nadal's farewell. According to former player Andy Roddick, Djokovic's announcement came at the wrong time as it overshadowed Nadal's retirement. The Serbian was also expected to attend Nadal's farewell …

ATP Finals 2024: Novak Djokovic withdraws due to unspecified injury
4 months, 3 weeks ago

ATP Finals 2024: Novak Djokovic withdraws due to unspecified injury

Live Mint  

Novak Djokovic won't defend his ATP Finals title after ruling himself out on Tuesday due to an unspecified injury. Djokovic wrote in an Instagram story, “I was really looking forward to being there, but due to ongoing injury I won't be playing next week. Apologies to those who were planning to see me.” Novak Djokovic wrote about his injury via …

Novak Djokovic’s results against Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz – a small part of a big problem
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic’s results against Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz – a small part of a big problem

New York Times  

Almost two decades after the last time it happened, Novak Djokovic finds himself occupying a space in men’s tennis with which he is all too familiar. Sinner has now beaten him twice this year, three times in a row, and in four of their past five ATP meetings; in that time, Djokovic has also lost consecutive Wimbledon finals to Alcaraz. …

Novak Djokovic is now last of ‘big three’ standing and must find new motivation
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic is now last of ‘big three’ standing and must find new motivation

The Telegraph  

That exception came in the final of the Paris Olympics, where Djokovic pulled on his ultimate game face to edge past Alcaraz and end a 20-year Olympic jinx. In the semi-final of that event, Djokovic unexpectedly “laid an egg” – to borrow one of John McEnroe’s favourite phrases – as he sprayed unforced errors in all directions. Even in his …

Novak Djokovic crashes out of US Open after playing ‘some of the worst tennis’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic crashes out of US Open after playing ‘some of the worst tennis’

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic suffers major upset, fails to reach US Open 4th round for first time in 18 years
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic suffers major upset, fails to reach US Open 4th round for first time in 18 years

Live Mint  

Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic suffered a major upset on Friday as the defending champion lost to Alexei Popyrin in the third round of US Open, ending hopes for a 25th Grand Slam title and 100th career title. Notably, this is the first time Djokovic has failed to make it to the 4th round of US Open in 18 years, …

Defending champion Novak Djokovic is shocked at the US Open, one night after Carlos Alcaraz lost
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Defending champion Novak Djokovic is shocked at the US Open, one night after Carlos Alcaraz lost

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Novak Djokovic overcomes US Open heat to defeat countryman Laslo Djere
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic overcomes US Open heat to defeat countryman Laslo Djere

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Novak Djokovic reaches US Open third round after opponent stops in 3rd set due to injury
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic reaches US Open third round after opponent stops in 3rd set due to injury

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — A U.S. Open match that Novak Djokovic already expected to be difficult was threatening to become a toss-up as he struggled with his serve. “I’ll find my way, as I have done many times in my career.” Djokovic reached the third round when Laslo Djere had to retire with the No. Djere was the only player to …

US Open 2024: Djokovic kicks off Grand Slam record bid with Albot thrashing
7 months ago

US Open 2024: Djokovic kicks off Grand Slam record bid with Albot thrashing

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic’s bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title kicked off on Monday with a 6-2, 6-2, 6-4 win over qualifier Radu Albot in the U.S. Open first round as the defending champion returned to the court after his Olympic triumph. Three weeks after winning the singles title at the Paris Olympics, Djokovic lacked his golden touch in the …

US Open: Novak Djokovic starts his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title with a straight-set win
7 months ago

US Open: Novak Djokovic starts his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title with a straight-set win

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Novak Djokovic began his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title and tied Roger Federer with his 89th match win at the U.S. Open by defeating qualifier Radu Albot of Moldova 6-2, 6-2, 6-4 on Monday night. The second-seeded Djokovic, again wearing a gray sleeve over his surgically repaired right knee, was competing for the first …

Next Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz duel date revealed, and it will be before US Open 2024
7 months, 1 week ago

Next Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz duel date revealed, and it will be before US Open 2024

Hindustan Times  

A few weeks ago, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz clashed in a high-stakes battle for the gold medal at the Paris Olympics, where Djokovic emerged victorious. Paris: Novak Djokovic of Serbia shakes hands with Carlos Alcaraz of Spain after the Men Singles gold medal match of the Tennis competitions in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games On August 21, during the …

Novak Djokovic’s epic last stand ends long quest for Olympic gold medal against Carlos Alcaraz
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic’s epic last stand ends long quest for Olympic gold medal against Carlos Alcaraz

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Paris Olympics: Novak Djokovic wins first gold medal in emotional final over Carlos Alcaraz
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympics: Novak Djokovic wins first gold medal in emotional final over Carlos Alcaraz

ABC  

For a man so accustomed to winning, Novak Djokovic's Olympic record simply didn't add up. Now, after a thrilling 7-6, 7-6 win over Carlos Alcaraz in the Paris Olympics gold-medal match, the 24-time grand slam champion finally has the only piece of hardware as yet missing from his trophy cabinet. Three years earlier, Djokovic's Tokyo campaign ended in a shocking …

Novak Djokovic finally completes the career Golden Slam after beating Carlos Alcarez to win gold in his fifth Olympic Games... before tearful Serbian jumps into the crowd to kiss his wife
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic finally completes the career Golden Slam after beating Carlos Alcarez to win gold in his fifth Olympic Games... before tearful Serbian jumps into the crowd to kiss his wife

Daily Mail  

Now, there’s nothing left to prove. Finally, he is an Olympic champion – beating Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz 7-6, 7-6 – and thus the final omission from the most comprehensive CV tennis has known is filled. Novak Djokovic sunk to his knees after winning the men's singles gold medal match on Sunday Djokovic was emotional as he held up a Serbian …

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz to win Olympic gold and career Golden Slam
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz to win Olympic gold and career Golden Slam

New York Times  

Relive how Novak Djokovic won Olympic gold against Carlos Alcaraz with game-by-game live coverage from the match PARIS — Novak Djokovic beat Carlos Alcaraz 7-6, 7-6 in the men’s singles Olympic final at Roland Garros in Paris on Sunday. GO DEEPER Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz meet in a Wimbledon final duel of the extraordinary The first set lasted 93 …

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