Djokovic on Indian Wells entry list but expected to miss out again
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic on Indian Wells entry list but expected to miss out again

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic was named on the entry list for the upcoming Indian Wells tennis tournament on Wednesday, but he is expected to be barred from travelling to the United States to compete due to his ongoing refusal to be vaccinated against COVID-19. U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration last month said it would lift COVID-19 emergency declarations on May 11, nearly three years after the United States imposed sweeping pandemic measures to curb the spread of the illness. Indian Wells tournament director Tommy Haas recently said that it would be a “disgrace” if Djokovic was not allowed to compete at Indian Wells and other tournaments in the United States this year. One the women’s side, world number one and defending champion Iga Swiatek, Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka and rising Americans Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff will compete for the prestigious title.

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Desert domination: Carlos Alcaraz tops Daniil Medvedev to repeat as Indian Wells champion
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Desert domination: Carlos Alcaraz tops Daniil Medvedev to repeat as Indian Wells champion

Hindustan Times  

World number two Carlos Alcaraz cruised home in a 7-6, 6-1 victory over Daniil Medvedev on Sunday to win a second straight Indian Wells ATP title, both coming at the Russian's expense. Indian Wells, CA, USA; Carlos Alcaraz with the championship trophy after defeating Daniil Medvedev in the men’s final of the BNP Paribas open at the Indian Wells Tennis …

Indian Wells: Djokovic makes winning return; Fritz powers into third round
10 months ago

Indian Wells: Djokovic makes winning return; Fritz powers into third round

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic was pushed by Aleksandar Vukic but held on to win his first match back in Indian Wells after a five-year absence on Saturday, as he looks to capture a record sixth title in the California desert. There’s a great community, great culture, and great love for the sport.” In his first match since falling in the Australian Open …

Indian Wells 2024: Defending champion Elena Rybakina withdraws, Andy Murray out
10 months ago

Indian Wells 2024: Defending champion Elena Rybakina withdraws, Andy Murray out

India TV News  

The veteran Andy Murray suffered a straight-set loss against Andrey Rublev in the round of 64 at the Indian Wells Open 2024 on Saturday. In the women's singles event, the defending champion Elena Rybakina withdrew due to illness ahead of her first game against Argentine Nadia Podoroska. The Russian-born Kazakhstani star has been in excellent form with the highest 17 …

Djokovic relaxes into Indian Wells return
10 months ago

Djokovic relaxes into Indian Wells return

China Daily  

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic greets compatriot Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets after an NBA game on Saturday in Los Angeles. AP LOS ANGELES — Novak Djokovic returns to Indian Wells for the first time in five years seeking a record sixth title while Coco Gauff looks to become the first US woman to win the tournament since Serena Williams in …

Commentary: Even after 25 years, Indian Wells continues to live up to its tennis paradise hype
10 months, 1 week ago

Commentary: Even after 25 years, Indian Wells continues to live up to its tennis paradise hype

LA Times  

When they start hitting tennis balls in the desert for real Wednesday, it will be a stunning 25 years since this has been going on at this place, a site and event where the term “Tennis Paradise” has become not only a marketing label, but a reality. Now they call it the BNP Paribas Open, which means it is nicely …

Djokovic thrilled to end Indian Wells exile after five-year hiatus
10 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic thrilled to end Indian Wells exile after five-year hiatus

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic poses for a photograph during the game between the LA Galaxy and Inter Miami CF at Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, California, US Feb 25, 2024. LOS ANGELES — Novak Djokovic on Tuesday said he was excited to be back in Indian Wells to compete at the BNP Paribas Open for the first time since 2019 after US …

Djokovic thrilled to end Indian Wells exile after five-year hiatus
10 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic thrilled to end Indian Wells exile after five-year hiatus

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic poses for a photograph during the game between the LA Galaxy and Inter Miami CF at Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, California, US Feb 25, 2024. LOS ANGELES — Novak Djokovic on Tuesday said he was excited to be back in Indian Wells to compete at the BNP Paribas Open for the first time since 2019 after US …

Rafael Nadal pulls out of Qatar Open, says ‘not ready to compete’
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal pulls out of Qatar Open, says ‘not ready to compete’

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal on Wednesday was forced to shelve his plans to return to action at next week's Qatar Open, admitting he is "not ready to compete". "I would have loved to play in Doha, where the tournament team, as well as the amazing Qatar fans have always supported me greatly," Nadal said in a statement on X. "I don't think …

Djokovic to return to Indian Wells for first time in five years, joined by Nadal, Alcaraz, Swiatek, Osaka
11 months ago

Djokovic to return to Indian Wells for first time in five years, joined by Nadal, Alcaraz, Swiatek, Osaka

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic is returning to the BNP Paribas Open for the first time in five years in pursuit of a record sixth title in the Southern California desert. The world’s top-ranked male player last competed at Indian Wells in 2019, when he lost in the third round. Also in the event are Australian Open champions Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka, …

US Open 2023: Djokovic through to quarters
1 year, 4 months ago

US Open 2023: Djokovic through to quarters

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic did not encounter any of the sort of trouble he did in his previous match, eliminating qualifier Borna Gojo 6-2, 7-5, 6-4 on Sunday night to reach the U.S. Open quarterfinals. READ | US Open 2023, Day 8 Order of Play: Alcaraz, Jabeur in round of 16 action “Just glad to get through in straight sets,” said the …

Djokovic back on top after US Open return, Swiatek rolls
1 year, 4 months ago

Djokovic back on top after US Open return, Swiatek rolls

China Daily  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic in action during his first round match against France's Alexandre Muller at US Open in Flushing Meadows, NY, US, Aug 28, 2023. NEW YORK - Novak Djokovic ensured he will return to the top of tennis's world rankings with an emphatic first round victory at the US Open on Monday as women's world number one Iga Swiatek …

Novak Djokovic reveals thoughts on US tournament ban due to Covid vaccination refusal
1 year, 9 months ago

Novak Djokovic reveals thoughts on US tournament ban due to Covid vaccination refusal

The Independent  

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Carlos Alcaraz is 'deservedly World No 1': Daniil Medvedev after Indian Wells final defeat
1 year, 9 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz is 'deservedly World No 1': Daniil Medvedev after Indian Wells final defeat

Firstpost  

Alcaraz’s first Indian Wells triumph – his third Masters 1000 title – will move him back to the top spot he held at the end of last year after his US Open triumph made him the youngest man ever to reach number one. United States: Daniil Medvedev, routed in straight sets by Carlos Alcaraz in the Indian Wells final, says …

Novak Djokovic Denied Entry to USA Ahead of Miami Open
1 year, 9 months ago

Novak Djokovic Denied Entry to USA Ahead of Miami Open

News 18  

World number one men’s tennis player Novak Djokovic has been denied entry to the United States over his vaccination status and he will miss next week’s ATP Masters 1000 Miami Open in Florida. We tried, and he wasn’t able to play,” Miami Open tournament director James Blake told Tennis Channel. The USTA and US Open are hopeful that Novak is …

World number one Novak Djokovic fails in bid to get exemption for Miami Open
1 year, 9 months ago

World number one Novak Djokovic fails in bid to get exemption for Miami Open

The Independent  

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Indian Wells 2023: Carlos Alcaraz thrilled after stunning victory over Felix Auger-Aliassime, nears return to No. 1 spot
1 year, 9 months ago

Indian Wells 2023: Carlos Alcaraz thrilled after stunning victory over Felix Auger-Aliassime, nears return to No. 1 spot

India Today  

Carlos Alcaraz is gaining steam slowly but steadily after his return to competitive action as he rolled into the semi-final of the Indian Wells Masters. The 19-year-old came up with a stunning show of tennis against Felix Auger-Aliassime, beating the Canadian youngster 6-4, 6-4 in a power-packed quarter-final of the Masters 1000 tournament on Thursday, March 16. Carlos Alcaraz had …

Djokovic absence at Indian Wells won’t dilute feat of eventual winner, says Fritz
1 year, 10 months ago

Djokovic absence at Indian Wells won’t dilute feat of eventual winner, says Fritz

The Hindu  

The absence of world number one Novak Djokovic from the Indian Wells field will not diminish the achievement of the eventual winner of the tournament, said defending champion Taylor Fritz. “If you win Indian Wells, you win Indian Wells.” Fritz, however, acknowledged that Djokovic’s no-show does “open up opportunities for others” considering the 22-time Grand Slam winner has hoisted the …

Indian Wells: Nakashima tops Isner minus Djokovic, Nadal
1 year, 10 months ago

Indian Wells: Nakashima tops Isner minus Djokovic, Nadal

The Hindu  

Brandon Nakashima took advantage of two double-faults by John Isner in an error-filled game to collect the match’s only service break and went on to reach the second round at the BNP Paribas Open with a 7-6, 6-3 victory in the all-American contest on Wednesday. In other Day 1 action, Evgeniya Rodina, a 34-year-old who is ranked 427th and had …

Which tournaments has Novak Djokovic missed due to his vaccine status?
1 year, 10 months ago

Which tournaments has Novak Djokovic missed due to his vaccine status?

The Independent  

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Djokovic withdraws from Indian Wells amid U.S. visa row
1 year, 10 months ago

Djokovic withdraws from Indian Wells amid U.S. visa row

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic has formally withdrawn from the draw for the Indian Wells tournament, organisers said on Sunday in an indication that the world number one’s application for a COVID-19 vaccine waiver to enter the U.S. might have failed. The Serbian, one of the most high-profile athletes unvaccinated against the virus, applied to the U.S. government last month for special permission …

Novak Djokovic withdraws from Indian Wells after losing bid to play unvaccinated
1 year, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic withdraws from Indian Wells after losing bid to play unvaccinated

LA Times  

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic returns the ball to Daniil Medvedev during a semifinal match at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Friday. Top-ranked men’s tennis champion Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the upcoming BNP Paribas Open, having lost his bid to enter the United States unvaccinated to play in the Southern California event. Play in the combined ATP-WTA event begins …

USTA, US Open hoping unvaccinated Djokovic gets special nod to enter country
1 year, 10 months ago

USTA, US Open hoping unvaccinated Djokovic gets special nod to enter country

The Hindu  

The United States Tennis Association and the US Open are hoping Novak Djokovic is successful in his bid to enter the country after the Serbian, who is not vaccinated against COVID-19, applied for special permission last month. Djokovic, one of the most high-profile athletes unvaccinated against COVID, said last week he was hoping for a positive outcome shortly after applying …

Djokovic blasts injury doubters as star hopes for US vaccine reprieve
1 year, 10 months ago

Djokovic blasts injury doubters as star hopes for US vaccine reprieve

China Daily  

BELGRADE — Top-ranked tennis ace Novak Djokovic on Wednesday said he was close to 100 percent after battling through a hamstring injury during his winning sweep at the Australian Open last month. Djokovic returned to No 1 spot for a seventh time after his victory in the Australian Open at the end of January, which was a record-tying 22nd Grand …

Djokovic seeks special permission to enter U.S: brother
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic seeks special permission to enter U.S: brother

The Hindu  

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic, one of the most high-profile unvaccinated athletes in the world, has applied for special permission to enter the United States to play at the Indian Wells and Miami Open, his brother Djordje said on Friday. The U.S. vaccine requirement for foreign air travellers is not expected to be lifted before main draw action at Indian Wells kicks …

Disgrace if Novak Djokovic is not allowed to enter USA because of his vaccination status: Tommy Haas
1 year, 11 months ago

Disgrace if Novak Djokovic is not allowed to enter USA because of his vaccination status: Tommy Haas

India Today  

Former German tennis star Tommy Haas reckoned that Novak Djokovic has every chance of finishing 2023 as the World No.1 in the ATP rankings. Haas also said that it would be a ‘disgrace’’ if Djokovic isn’t allowed to take part in the Indian Wells due to his Covid vaccination status. It was the same reason why Djokovic missed the US …

Novak Djokovic set to miss US events amid tightened vaccination requirements
2 years ago

Novak Djokovic set to miss US events amid tightened vaccination requirements

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic is set to miss the Indian Wells and Miami Open ATP 1000 events this year if he remains unvaccinated against COVID-19 after United States authorities said non-nationals will need to have taken their shots to enter the country. Indian Wells runs from March 6-19 and the Miami Open from March 20-April 2 and Djokovic risks missing the two …

Novak Djokovic's presence at Australian Open 2023 good for tennis fans: Rafael Nadal
2 years ago

Novak Djokovic's presence at Australian Open 2023 good for tennis fans: Rafael Nadal

India Today  

Rafael Nadal called Novak Djokovic's much-anticipated return to the Australian Open "good for tennis" on Wednesday, dismissing suggestions that it could be his final appearance at the season-opening Grand Slam. Djokovic, a nine-time Melbourne Park champion, missed the season's first grand slam in 2022 after being deported from Australia in January for failing to meet the country's COVID-19 vaccination requirements …

Djokovic confirms he has visa to play in 2023 Australian Open
2 years, 1 month ago

Djokovic confirms he has visa to play in 2023 Australian Open

The Hindu  

Nine-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic will be able to play in next year’s tournament after he confirmed on Wednesday he had been granted a visa to travel. “I was very happy to receive the news yesterday,” Djokovic, whose deportation dominated the build-up to this year’s Australian Open, said after his victory over Andrey Rublev at the ATP Finals in …

Unvaccinated Djokovic out of US Open; can’t travel to States
2 years, 4 months ago

Unvaccinated Djokovic out of US Open; can’t travel to States

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Novak Djokovic will not play in the U.S. Open, as expected, because he is not vaccinated against COVID-19 and thus is not allowed to travel to the United States. “Novak is a great champion and it is very unfortunate that he will be unable to compete at the 2022 U.S. Open, as he is unable to enter …

Novak Djokovic out of US Open 2022; says he will not be travelling to New York 'this time'
2 years, 4 months ago

Novak Djokovic out of US Open 2022; says he will not be travelling to New York 'this time'

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic has confirmed he won’t be taking part in the US Open as the 35-year-old Serb took to Twitter to reveal he won’t be travelling to New York for the Major. New York: Novak Djokovic has confirmed he won’t be taking part in the US Open, beginning this Monday, as the 35-year-old Serb took to Twitter to reveal he …

Novak Djokovic Out of US Open Over Lack of Covid Vaccination
2 years, 4 months ago

Novak Djokovic Out of US Open Over Lack of Covid Vaccination

News 18  

Novak Djokovic will not play in the U.S. Open, as expected, because he is not vaccinated against COVID-19 and thus is not allowed to travel to the United States. “Sadly, I will not be able to travel to NY this time for US Open," Djokovic wrote, wishing luck to his fellow players, and said he would “keep in good shape …

Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic out of U.S. Open tuneup in Cincinnati
2 years, 4 months ago

Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic out of U.S. Open tuneup in Cincinnati

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic pulled out of next week's hard-court tournament Cincinnati Masters as the star tennis player has not received COVID-19 Vaccination and is not allowed to travel to the United States. Djokovic is also not expected to be able to enter the U.S. Open, the year's last Grand Slam tournament, which begins in New York on August 29. Other men …

Djokovic out of US Open tune-up in Cincinnati
2 years, 4 months ago

Djokovic out of US Open tune-up in Cincinnati

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic pulled out of next week’s hard-court tournament in Cincinnati on Friday because he has not gotten any COVID-19 vaccine shots and so is not allowed to travel to the United States. That is also why Djokovic is not expected to be able to enter the US Open, the year’s last Grand Slam tournament, which begins in New York …

Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic Pulls Out of US Open Tune-up Event in Cincinnati
2 years, 4 months ago

Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic Pulls Out of US Open Tune-up Event in Cincinnati

News 18  

Novak Djokovic pulled out of next week’s hard-court tournament in Cincinnati on Friday because he has not gotten any COVID-19 vaccine shots and so is not allowed to travel to the United States. Unvaccinated foreign citizens can’t go to Canada or the U.S. currently; the Cincinnati tournament’s news release announcing Djokovic’s withdrawal cited “travel restrictions." Other men who have withdrawn …

Serena, Djokovic on US Open entry list - but might not play
2 years, 5 months ago

Serena, Djokovic on US Open entry list - but might not play

Associated Press  

Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic were on the official U.S. Open entry lists released Wednesday, but that doesn’t mean they’ll necessarily play in the tournament — and in Djokovic’s case, he can’t, as of now, because he isn’t vaccinated against COVID-19. When she was asked specifically about returning to the U.S. Open, where she has won six of her 23 …

The Petition to Allow Djokovic to Compete in the US Open has Nearly 12,000 Signatures
2 years, 5 months ago

The Petition to Allow Djokovic to Compete in the US Open has Nearly 12,000 Signatures

News 18  

Almost 12,000 people have signed an online petition calling for the United States Tennis Association to work with the country’s government to allow Novak Djokovic to compete in the U.S. Open despite his refusal to take the COVID-19 vaccine. Djokovic will not be able to participate in the year’s final Grand Slam due to current rules under which travellers seeking …

Novak Djokovic Top Men's Seed for Wimbledon in Absence of Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev
2 years, 6 months ago

Novak Djokovic Top Men's Seed for Wimbledon in Absence of Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev

News 18  

Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic will head into next week’s tournament as the men’s top seed with Russian world number one Daniil Medvedev banned from taking part while Germany’s second-ranked Alexander Zverev is out injured. Organisers of the grasscourt Grand Slam have banned players from Russia and Belarus from playing at this year’s Wimbledon following Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, which Russia …

Fritz hands Nadal first 2022 defeat to lift Indian Wells trophy
2 years, 9 months ago

Fritz hands Nadal first 2022 defeat to lift Indian Wells trophy

The Hindu  

Taylor Fritz stunned Rafael Nadal 6-3, 7-6 on Sunday to win the ATP Indian Wells Masters and end the 21-time Grand Slam champion’s perfect 20-0 run to start 2022. Fritz, ranked 20th in the world, claimed his second career title and his first at the elite Masters 1000 level while denying Nadal a record-equalling 37th Masters crown. “Obviously there’s some …

Taylor Fritz stuns Rafa Nadal to clinch Indian Wells title
2 years, 9 months ago

Taylor Fritz stuns Rafa Nadal to clinch Indian Wells title

India TV News  

American Taylor Fritz claimed the biggest paycheque of his tennis career, winning his maiden ATP Masters 1000 title by defeating Spanish stalwart Rafael Nadal 6-3, 7-6 in the BNP Paribas Open final on Monday. It was 21-time Grand Slam-winner Nadal's first defeat of the 2022 season, while it was the biggest career win for the 24-year-old American, who lifted his …

Indian Wells 2022: Tomljanovic starts with a win
2 years, 10 months ago

Indian Wells 2022: Tomljanovic starts with a win

The Hindu  

Ajla Tomljanovic of Croatia beat American Hailey Baptiste 6-2, 2-6, 6-2 in opening-round play at the Indian Wells. Ekaterina Alexandrova of Russia overcame American Elvina Kaliera 4-6, 6-2, 7-6 despite 18 double faults as the combined men's and women's event returned to its usual March place on the calendar after being disrupted by COVID-19. Montgomery, winner of the junior girls' …

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Indian Wells and Miami Open due to COVID-19 regulations
2 years, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Indian Wells and Miami Open due to COVID-19 regulations

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic, who is not vaccinated, said on Twitter that rules requiring non-US citizens to be vaccinated before entering the United States had forced his withdrawal. Novak Djokovic on Wednesday confirmed his withdrawal from this month’s ATP Masters tournaments in Indian Wells and Miami due to US government COVID-19 travel regulations. “We are currently in communication with his team; however, …

Unvaccinated Djokovic says he is out of Indian Wells, Miami
2 years, 10 months ago

Unvaccinated Djokovic says he is out of Indian Wells, Miami

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic said that he will not be able to compete in the hard-court tennis tournaments in Indian Wells, California, or Miami because he is unvaccinated and can't travel to the United States. The 20-time Grand Slam champion tweeted on Wednesday that the Centers for Disease Control “confirmed the regulations won't be changing so I won't be able to play …

Unvaccinated Djokovic says he is out of Indian Wells, Miami
2 years, 10 months ago

Unvaccinated Djokovic says he is out of Indian Wells, Miami

Associated Press  

Novak Djokovic said that he will not be able to compete at the hard-court tennis tournaments in Indian Wells, California, or Miami because he is unvaccinated and can’t travel to the United States. The 20-time Grand Slam champion tweeted Wednesday that the Centers for Disease Control “confirmed the regulations won’t be changing so I won’t be able to play in …

Djokovic added to Indian Wells draw, unclear he can enter U.S. - tournament organisers
2 years, 10 months ago

Djokovic added to Indian Wells draw, unclear he can enter U.S. - tournament organisers

The Hindu  

Indian Wells organisers said on Tuesday that World No. 2 Novak Djokovic had been placed in the tournament’s draw but it was unclear if the Serbian would be permitted to enter the United States. “However, it has not been determined if he will participate in the event by getting CDC approval to enter the country.” First-round bye The Indian Wells …

Djokovic in draw at Indian Wells 2022, status still up in air
2 years, 10 months ago

Djokovic in draw at Indian Wells 2022, status still up in air

India TV News  

Highlights The US requires visitors to be vaccinated to enter the country Additionally, tournament officials have said everyone at Indian Wells must be fully vaccinated Novak received 1st-round bye and would play either David Goffin or Jordan Thompson in the 2nd round Novak Djokovic was placed in the men's draw for the BNP Paribas Open, although it remains to be …

Novak Djokovic in draw at Indian Wells; Barbora Krejcikova withdraws due to injury
2 years, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic in draw at Indian Wells; Barbora Krejcikova withdraws due to injury

New Indian Express  

Djokovic isn’t vaccinated against COVID-19. Additionally, tournament officials have said everyone at Indian Wells must be fully vaccinated to be on site. “We are currently in communication with his team; however, it has not been determined if he will participate in the event by getting approval to enter the country,” tournament officials said in a statement. The second-ranked Krejcikova said …

Novak Djokovic won’t play in the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells
2 years, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic won’t play in the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells

LA Times  

Novak Djokovic, who remained on the entry list and in the draw for the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells even though he is not vaccinated against the coronavirus and knew he faced obstacles to enter the United States, said on Wednesday he will not compete in the tournament. 2-ranked men’s tennis player said via social media that he knew …

Column: Invasion of Ukraine on top of mind for players competing at Indian Wells
2 years, 10 months ago

Column: Invasion of Ukraine on top of mind for players competing at Indian Wells

LA Times  

Elina Svitolina of Ukraine hits a return during a match against Anastasia Potapova of Russia in Monterrey, Mexico, on Tuesday. Most of the top tennis players in the world will assemble this week in Indian Wells for the BNP Paribas Open, always a popular stop because of its lush surroundings and high-caliber competition. Russia’s Daniil Medvedev, who last Monday became …

Jiri Vesely defeats Djokovic, Medvedev rises to number one ranking
2 years, 10 months ago

Jiri Vesely defeats Djokovic, Medvedev rises to number one ranking

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic suffered a shock 6-4 7-6 defeat by qualifier Jiri Vesely in the Dubai Tennis Championships quarter-finals on Thursday and will lose his status as world number one next week. Djokovic spent a record 361 weeks atop the rankings and won eight tour-level titles, including three Grand Slams, since regaining his top-ranked status in February, 2020. Playing in his …

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