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Novak Djokovic wins fifth Italian Open, 36th Masters 1000 title - Tennis News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

World number one Novak Djokovic overcame a sluggish start to lift his fifth Italian Open title on Monday, defeating Argentine Diego Schwartzman 7-5 6-3 for a record 36th ATP Masters crown. Playing his maiden ATP 1000 final, eighth seed Schwartzman raced out of the blocks to convert two break point opportunities for a 3-0 lead as Djokovic struggled to put a lid on his backhand errors. Schwartzman, who outplayed defending champion Rafa Nadal in the quarter-finals, snatched another early break in the second set but this time Djokovic was quick to respond. Heading into next week's French Open, Djokovic has now won 31 of his 32 matches this season, and will be one of the favourites in Paris alongside 12-times winner Rafa Nadal and newly-crowned U.S. Open champion Dominic Thiem.

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2024 Year in Sports, Tennis: Sinner’s extraordinary season, Djokovic completes Golden Slam, Nadal and other stars bid farewell
10 hours, 36 minutes ago

2024 Year in Sports, Tennis: Sinner’s extraordinary season, Djokovic completes Golden Slam, Nadal and other stars bid farewell

The Hindu  

From the coronation of new Grand Slam champions to a living legend achieving sporting immortality, the 2024 tennis season had it all. She defeated China’s Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 6-2 in the final to become the first woman to retain the Melbourne Park crown since compatriot Victoria Azarenka in 2013. REVIEW | AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2024 Jannik Sinner clinched his maiden Major …

Andre Agassi explains how Nadal, Federer retirement will affect Novak Djokovic
1 week, 6 days ago

Andre Agassi explains how Nadal, Federer retirement will affect Novak Djokovic

India Today  

Andre Agassi said that Novak Djokovic would find it “emotionally” harder to compete in professional tennis after Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired. Back in 2022, Federer pulled the curtains down on his career after the Laver Cup while Nadal bid goodbye to tennis after Spain’s tie against the Netherlands recently in the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga. It made …

Novak Djokovic to kick off new tennis season at Brisbane International ahead of Australian Open
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Novak Djokovic to kick off new tennis season at Brisbane International ahead of Australian Open

Associated Press  

BELGRADE, Serbia — Novak Djokovic will open the new tennis season at the Brisbane International tournament, a warmup event for the Australian Open. “I’m excited to be kicking off my Australian swing at the Brisbane International and to compete again at Pat Rafter Arena,” Djokovic, who will be seeking his 100th tour-level title, said. The tournament is scheduled for Dec …

Djokovic to begin bid for 25th Grand Slam crown in Brisbane
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Djokovic to begin bid for 25th Grand Slam crown in Brisbane

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic will begin his 2025 season and bid for an 11th Australian Open title at the Brisbane International, it was announced on Wednesday, with the Serbian superstar now coached by Andy Murray. The 37-year-old is targeting a record 25th Grand Slam crown after failing to add to the total during a frustrating 2024, although he did win Olympic singles …

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz at Grand Slams
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz at Grand Slams

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic is ready to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz at the Grand Slam stage when he returns to action at the Australian Open after an underwhelming campaign this year, the 24-times champion said. 1 Sinner dethroned Djokovic at Melbourne Park en route to his maiden Grand Slam win and the 23-year-old Italian also beat the Serb in the …

Djokovic hires Andy Murray as coach for Australian Open tennis Grand Slam
1 month ago

Djokovic hires Andy Murray as coach for Australian Open tennis Grand Slam

Al Jazeera  

Former rivals team up before new tennis season as Djokovic seeks record 25th singles and 11th Australian Open title. Novak Djokovic has hired retired longtime rival Andy Murray on his coaching team as the Serbian legend seeks his 25th Grand Slam singles title, starting at the Australian Open in January. Djokovic failed to win a Grand Slam in 2024 and …

Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic’s magnificent seven grand slam finals
1 month ago

Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic’s magnificent seven grand slam finals

The Independent  

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Andy Murray to coach Novak Djokovic at Australian Open
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Andy Murray to coach Novak Djokovic at Australian Open

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Murray commented: “I’m going to be joining Novak’s team in the off season, helping him to prepare for the Australian Open.
1 month ago

Murray commented: “I’m going to be joining Novak’s team in the off season, helping him to prepare for the Australian Open.

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic announced on Saturday that Andy Murray will be his new coach, which will be the latter’s first coaching stint since his retirement. According to reports, Murray will coach 24-time Grand Slam champion Djokovic at least till the next Australian Open in January 2025. 🙌 pic.twitter.com/Ga4UlV2kQW — Novak Djokovic November 23, 2024 “Looking forward to the start of the …

Rafael Nadal ends an era in which he unleashed one of sport’s greatest weapons
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal ends an era in which he unleashed one of sport’s greatest weapons

The Independent  

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Rafael Nadal heads into retirement after a career marked by big trophies, rivalries and injuries
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal heads into retirement after a career marked by big trophies, rivalries and injuries

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal’s remarkable tennis career came to end on Tuesday and he heads into retirement after Spain lost to the Netherlands in the quarterfinals at the Davis Cup Final 8. 2020: Nadal pulls even with Federer at major trophies Pulled even with Federer with 20 Slam trophies with a 13th title at the French Open, defeating Djokovic …

Jannik Sinner doping controversy: Italian tennis federation chief drops verdict, remarks ‘Apart from a few imbeciles…’
1 month, 1 week ago

Jannik Sinner doping controversy: Italian tennis federation chief drops verdict, remarks ‘Apart from a few imbeciles…’

Hindustan Times  

The Court of Arbitration of Sport's decision on Jannik Sinner's doping investigation is still pending. The Italian tennis star was hit with a doping scandal during his victorious US Open 2024 title run. He has won 17 singles titles on the ATP Tour, including two Grand Slams, and also has four Masters 1000 titles. He finished as runners-up at the …

‘Do not believe Novak Djokovic is doomed’: Sinner’s coach fires warning to Serbian’s rivals ahead of 2025 comeback
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘Do not believe Novak Djokovic is doomed’: Sinner’s coach fires warning to Serbian’s rivals ahead of 2025 comeback

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic won't be competing in the ATP Finals due to an injury, which also caused him to withdraw from the Paris Masters. Speaking to Italian media outlet Corriere della Sera, Jannik Sinner's coach Darren Cahill warned players about Djokovic and called him 'a legend'. He reached the Australian Open semi-finals, where he lost to Jannik Sinner in four sets, …

ATP Finals 2024: Novak Djokovic withdraws due to unspecified injury
1 month, 2 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 pulls out of ATP Tour Finals as line-up finally confirmed
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic pulls out of ATP Tour Finals as line-up finally confirmed

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic misses Paris Masters, ATP Tour Finals participation in doubt
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic misses Paris Masters, ATP Tour Finals participation in doubt

New York Times  

Novak Djokovic will not defend his title at the Paris Masters 1000, which begins October 28 in the French capital. By skipping the Paris Masters, he could also be overhauled in the so-called ‘Race to Turin,’ which would put him out of the ATP Tour Finals anyway. Djokovic won last year’s event in Paris by beating Dimitrov in the final …

Novak Djokovic is now last of ‘big three’ standing and must find new motivation
2 months, 1 week 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 sets up Shanghai Masters final with Jannik Sinner as Italian seals year-end No 1
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic sets up Shanghai Masters final with Jannik Sinner as Italian seals year-end No 1

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22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal will retire after next month’s Davis Cup
2 months, 2 weeks ago

22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal will retire after next month’s Davis Cup

LA Times  

Rafael Nadal celebrates his victory over Marton Fucsovics during the Paris Olympics. Rafael Nadal is retiring from professional tennis at age 38, he announced in a video message Thursday, after winning 22 Grand Slam titles — 14 at the French Open — during an unprecedented era he shared with rivals Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. Nadal has competed infrequently the …

US Open 2024: Nobody unbeatable anymore, says Frances Tiafoe ahead of semifinal against Taylor Fritz
3 months, 2 weeks ago

US Open 2024: Nobody unbeatable anymore, says Frances Tiafoe ahead of semifinal against Taylor Fritz

The Hindu  

Frances Tiafoe heads into Friday’s all-American US Open 2024 semifinal against Taylor Fritz insisting that nobody is unbeatable anymore. This year’s US Open has seen 24-time Slam winner and four-time New York champion Novak Djokovic suffer his earliest exit in 18 years. Tiafoe also reached the last four in 2022 while Fritz booked a place in his first Grand Slam …

U.S. Open: Taylor Fritz gets past Alexander Zverev to reach his first Grand Slam semifinal
3 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. Open: Taylor Fritz gets past Alexander Zverev to reach his first Grand Slam semifinal

The Hindu  

As he watched one last errant forehand from his higher-ranked, more-accomplished U.S. Open opponent land wide, Taylor Fritz dropped his neon-coloured racket, clenched both fists and screamed, “Come on!” Fritz gathered himself and his equipment, walked to the net for a hug with No. 4 Alexander Zverev, who twice was a Grand Slam runner-up, then stepped to the center of …

Does Djokovic defeat spell the end of golden generation's era of dominance?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Does Djokovic defeat spell the end of golden generation's era of dominance?

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic waves to the crowd as he leaves the court after his US Open third-round loss to Alexei Popyrin on Friday. His loss means that, for the first time in 22 years, the season's Grand Slam roll of honor will not feature any of the "Big Three". REUTERS For the first time in 22 years, the year's Grand Slam …

​Open season: The Hindu Editorial on the U.S. Open
3 months, 3 weeks ago

​Open season: The Hindu Editorial on the U.S. Open

The Hindu  

There was a time in men’s tennis when the defeat of a favourite, the top seed or the defending champion in the first week of a Grand Slam tournament was less of a shock and more awe. But over the last two decades, wherein Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have been the hegemonic forces, such bursts of surprise …

Djokovic’s US Open loss makes 2024 the first year since 2002 without a Slam title for the Big Three
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Djokovic’s US Open loss makes 2024 the first year since 2002 without a Slam title for the Big Three

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Novak Djokovic tried to put on a happy face, if only briefly, after his startling third-round defeat at the U.S. Open. That 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 loss to Alexei Popyrin, which ended shortly before midnight as Friday became Saturday, closed the Grand Slam season for Djokovic, marking the first year since 2017 that he didn’t win at …

Novak Djokovic's brutal 'worst tennis' admission after 'awful' US Open loss to Alexei Popyrin
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic's brutal 'worst tennis' admission after 'awful' US Open loss to Alexei Popyrin

Hindustan Times  

Defending champion Novak Djokovic admitted that he was lucky to have reached the third round at the 2024 US Open after suffering his worst-ever result at the Grand Slam tournament since 2006. Novak Djokovic of Serbia looks dejected during his match against Alexie Popyrin of Australia on day five of the 2024 U.S. Open tennis tournament at the USTA Billie …

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

US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic Suffers Shock Exit to Alexei Popyrin in Third Round
3 months, 3 weeks ago

US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic Suffers Shock Exit to Alexei Popyrin in Third Round

News 18  

Novak Djokovic slumped to his earliest exit at the US Open in 18 years on Friday as a four-set, third round defeat to Alexei Popyrin sparked more questions over his long term future in the sport. The 37-year-old Djokovic, a four-time champion in New York, lost 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 to the 28th-ranked Australian, leaving him frustratingly short once again …

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

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

The Independent  

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As Alexei Popyrin takes on Novak Djokovic at the US Open, Australia prepares for a huge Sunday of tennis action
3 months, 3 weeks ago

As Alexei Popyrin takes on Novak Djokovic at the US Open, Australia prepares for a huge Sunday of tennis action

ABC  

Chris O'Connell has revealed the secret recipe to Australia's quiet tennis revolution as he plots to serve up one of the great US Open boilovers in New York. The 30-year-old is among four Australian men in the third round at Flushing Meadows for the first time since 1997, joining ring leader Alex de Minaur, Alexei Popyrin and summer hitting partner …

Defending champion Novak Djokovic loses in a shocker at U.S. Open
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Defending champion Novak Djokovic loses in a shocker at U.S. Open

LA Times  

Alexei Popyrin celebrates during his third-round victory over Novak Djokovic at the U.S. Open on Friday night. “Serving — by far — the worst ever.” With 14 double-faults, raising his tournament total to 32, Djokovic bowed out with a 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 loss to 28th-seeded Alexei Popyrin of Australia, another shocking result at Flushing Meadows one night after 2022 …

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

Djokovic tackles Djere, Gauff set to shine under US Open lights
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Djokovic tackles Djere, Gauff set to shine under US Open lights

The Hindu  

Defending champion Novak Djokovic will aim for a fast start against fellow Serbian Laslo Djere on Wednesday as he steps up his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam singles title at the US Open. Djere, ranked 109th in the world, was the only player to take a set off Djokovic at last year’s US Open, taking the first two …

What to watch at U.S. Open: Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff continue title defense
3 months, 3 weeks ago

What to watch at U.S. Open: Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff continue title defense

New York Times  

Day 3 of the U.S. Open moves the tournament on to the second round, with the bottom half of the draw returning for their next matchups. Here’s what to watch on the three show courts and around the grounds: Start time: Noon ET, 9 a.m. PT TV: ESPN, Tennis Channel Madison Keys vs. Maya Joint Madison Keys had a resounding …

Novak Djokovic needs new tennis quests. Can the U.S. Open provide them?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic needs new tennis quests. Can the U.S. Open provide them?

New York Times  

NEW YORK — What motivates Novak Djokovic now that he has nothing left to fight for? This is not like June 2016, when it almost looked too easy for Djokovic to dominate tennis, as he turned the “Big Four” to the “Big One.” Just over eight years ago, there wasn’t even a suggestion that Djokovic’s motivation would wane. Novak Djokovic’s …

US Open 2024: Djokovic kicks off Grand Slam record bid with Albot thrashing
3 months, 3 weeks 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
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

US Open day one: Novak Djokovic begins bid for 25th grand slam title
3 months, 4 weeks ago

US Open day one: Novak Djokovic begins bid for 25th grand slam title

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The final grand slam event for tennis, the U.S. Open, begins Monday
3 months, 4 weeks ago

The final grand slam event for tennis, the U.S. Open, begins Monday

NPR  

The final grand slam event for tennis, the U.S. Open, begins Monday A MARTÍNEZ, HOST: For the next two weeks, the tennis world will be transfixed on Flushing Meadows in Queens, N.Y., for the US Open, the year's fourth and final Grand Slam. The tournament starting today promises both competition and drama, from Coco Gauff's title defense to Novak Djokovic's …

Novak Djokovic targets 'more history' at US Open as Alex de Minaur and Alexei Popyrin lead Australian charge
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic targets 'more history' at US Open as Alex de Minaur and Alexei Popyrin lead Australian charge

ABC  

For the entire field at this year's US Open, the final grand slam of the year poses something of an interesting dilemma. The ominous sentence that proved Novak Djokovic is not done yet Photo shows Novak Djokovic holds up his hands Novak Djokovic is 36 years old, has won more grand slam singles titles than any other man in history …

Novak Djokovic ‘feels the drive’ heading into U.S. Open title defense
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic ‘feels the drive’ heading into U.S. Open title defense

The Hindu  

Serbian superstar Novak Djokovic still feels the pull of tennis history as he aims to become the first man in 16 years to successfully defend his US Open title. The 37-year-old can join Jimmy Connors, Pete Sampras and Roger Federer as the oldest Open era winners of the championship, and with a 25th Grand Slam title claim the outright record …

US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic seeks a record 25th Grand Slam title after getting his Olympic gold
3 months, 4 weeks ago

US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic seeks a record 25th Grand Slam title after getting his Olympic gold

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — As big a deal as finally winning an Olympic gold medal was to Novak Djokovic, as much as he has accomplished in tennis — the men’s-record 24 Grand Slam trophies, the 99 total titles, the most weeks at No. “I want to follow what Djokovic has done always in his career,” said Carlos Alcaraz, the 21-year-old who …

Olympic champ chases US Open triumph
4 months ago

Olympic champ chases US Open triumph

China Daily  

Novak Jockovic and Carlos Alacraz. Djokovic won his 24th Grand Slam title in New York last year to move two ahead of Spaniard Rafael Nadal, whose career is winding down, and who will not compete at the year's final major, and four clear of retired Swiss maestro Roger Federer. "He's looking to sort of separate himself from Federer and Nadal, …

Olympic champ chases US Open triumph
4 months ago

Olympic champ chases US Open triumph

China Daily  

Novak Jockovic and Carlos Alacraz. Djokovic won his 24th Grand Slam title in New York last year to move two ahead of Spaniard Rafael Nadal, whose career is winding down, and who will not compete at the year's final major, and four clear of retired Swiss maestro Roger Federer. "He's looking to sort of separate himself from Federer and Nadal, …

US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are among the men to watch
4 months ago

US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are among the men to watch

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Here are some of the men to watch at the U.S. Open, which starts in New York on Monday : Jannik Sinner Ranking: 1 Career-Best Ranking: 1 Country: Italy Age: 23 2024 Record: 48-5 2024 Titles: 5 Career Titles: 15 Grand Slam Titles: 1 — Australian Open Last 5 U.S. He Said It: “I will now put …

US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic targets Grand Slam record, Jannik Sinner under cloud
4 months ago

US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic targets Grand Slam record, Jannik Sinner under cloud

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic, fired up by his emotional Olympic Games triumph, targets new Grand Slam records at the US Open from Monday as title rival Jannik Sinner arrives in New York dogged by questions over two positive drug tests. Defending champion Djokovic can become the oldest Open era champion at the tournament if he secures a fifth title, a record he …

Novak Djokovic to battle it out against young guns Alcaraz and Sinner: Top contenders for 2024 US Open men's title
4 months ago

Novak Djokovic to battle it out against young guns Alcaraz and Sinner: Top contenders for 2024 US Open men's title

Hindustan Times  

As the 2024 US Open approaches, the men’s singles competition is packed with top contenders, each with a strong case for why they could be the last man standing at Flushing Meadows. Despite limited play on hard courts this year, Novak Djokovic remains a formidable contender for the US Open title. Although Djokovic hasn’t played a hard-court match since Indian …

2024 US Open: Here’s how to watch on TV, betting odds and more you should know
4 months ago

2024 US Open: Here’s how to watch on TV, betting odds and more you should know

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Get caught up at the U.S. Open with a guide that tells you everything you need to know about how to watch the year’s last Grand Slam tennis tournament, what the betting odds are, what the schedule is, who the defending champions are and more: Who are the betting favorites at the Australian Open? Despite winning both …

Rafael Nadal withdraws from the U.S. Open, the 3rd Grand Slam tournament he’ll miss this year
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal withdraws from the U.S. Open, the 3rd Grand Slam tournament he’ll miss this year

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal pulled out of the U.S. Open on Wednesday, making it the third Grand Slam tournament he's missed this season and raising more questions about his future in tennis at age 38. I need some time, but for me, looks difficult.” Nadal has not announced anything about a possible retirement, but given his age and a recent history of …

Novak Djokovic withdraws from Cincinnati Open after Olympic gold
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic withdraws from Cincinnati Open after Olympic gold

New York Times  

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from this month’s Cincinnati Open. The tournament begins on Monday August 12, eight days on from Djokovic’s victory in the Olympic men’s singles gold medal match in Paris, and the “quick turnaround” was cited as a reason for the world No 2’s absence. Djokovic’s decision means he will forfeit the 1000 ranking points he gained for …

Relentless Djokovic’s golden coronation in Paris
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Relentless Djokovic’s golden coronation in Paris

The Hindu  

August 4 may have seemed to be an ordinary Parisian Sunday filled with laze and relaxation. With 99 titles, 24 Majors, the elusive Olympic Gold, 1116 singles victories, and a win rate of 83.5%, Novak Djokovic has single-handedly put an end to a conversation spanning decades and has proved himself to be the best player to ever pick up a …

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