Analysis: Novak Djokovic has 23 Slams, so is he the GOAT? He leaves that debate to others
1 year, 6 months ago

Analysis: Novak Djokovic has 23 Slams, so is he the GOAT? He leaves that debate to others

Associated Press  

PARIS — The query was swift and direct. “How does it feel,” a reporter wanted to know, “to be the greatest male player in history?” First, a quick bit of background: Djokovic’s championship at the 2023 French Open, earned via a 7-6, 6-3, 7-5 victory over Casper Ruud on Sunday that included a so-so start and then a cascade of brilliance, provided his 23rd Grand Slam title. For years, as that so-called Big Three dominated men’s tennis, the debate has swirled over which should be considered the “GOAT” — “Greatest of All-Time.” Federer has his backers. “I mean, I don’t want to say that I am the greatest, because I feel — I’ve said it before — it’s disrespectful towards all the great champions in different eras of our sport that was played in a completely different way than it is played today,” Djokovic said Sunday night, wearing a red jacket with “23″ stitched on the front. So this trophy obviously is another confirmation of the quality of tennis that I’m still able to produce, I feel.” He went on to say what he’s said before about the significance of the four major tournaments — the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and the U.S. Open — and called them “THE biggest priorities on the checklist for not just this season, but any season, especially at this stage of my career.” There was more.

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Novak Djokovic reveals retirement plans ahead of Australian Open: More how than when
6 hours, 11 minutes ago

Novak Djokovic reveals retirement plans ahead of Australian Open: More how than when

India Today  

24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic is not planning to retire while he can still compete against the best players on the biggest stages. Djokovic will face wildcard Nishesh Basavareddy in the opening round of the 2025 Australian Open on Sunday, January 12, with Andy Murray joining his team as a coach. The Melbourne major has been Djokovic's most successful …

Djokovic with point to prove against younger rivals at Australian Open
1 day, 10 hours 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 …

Being in Same Era as Nadal, Federer, Djokovic is Very Special Time: Conny Perrin
1 month ago

Being in Same Era as Nadal, Federer, Djokovic is Very Special Time: Conny Perrin

Deccan Chronicle  

Swiss tennis player Conny Perrin, who is representing Chennai Smashers in the Tennis Premier League Season 6, feels it as "very special time" to watch as well as be in the era of the tennis greats Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic. In an exclusive conversation with Deccan Chronicle, Conny shares insights into her journey as a tennis professional, …

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

‘Is the attention fun?’: Roddick tears apart Djokovic for overshadowing Nadal’s farewell with Murray announcement
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Djokovic: Shared experiences make Murray ‘perfect coach’
1 month, 1 week ago

Djokovic: Shared experiences make Murray ‘perfect coach’

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic said shared experiences with Andy Murray make the Scot the “perfect coach” as he bids to win a record 25th Grand Slam in Australia in January. “We were going through names and I realised that the perfect coach for me at this point would be someone who has been through the experiences I am going through, possibly a …

Djokovic hires Andy Murray as coach for Australian Open tennis Grand Slam
1 month, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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Andy Murray to coach former rival Novak Djokovic ahead of next year's Australian Open in one of tennis' most sensational appointments
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Andy Murray to coach former rival Novak Djokovic ahead of next year's Australian Open in one of tennis' most sensational appointments

Daily Mail  

Andy Murray shocked the tennis world on Saturday night as he announced he will coach Novak Djokovic in one of the most sensational appointments in the sport’s history. Three-time Grand Slam champion Murray, who retired from playing in August after a glittering 19-year career, will be part of his long-time rival’s coaching set-up for January’s Australian Open. Djokovic beat Murray …

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal’s career and retirement
1 month, 2 weeks ago

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal’s career and retirement

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — As Rafael Nadal retires from tennis, current and former players — from Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek and Taylor Fritz and so many more — have been sharing their thoughts on what the owner of 22 Grand Slam titles meant to them and to their sport. We’re going to always miss you.” — Serena …

25 greatest tennis players of all time - which two female stars rank above Roger Federer and where does retiring Rafael Nadal finish up?
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

25 greatest tennis players of all time - which two female stars rank above Roger Federer and where does retiring Rafael Nadal finish up?

Daily Mail  

As the dust settles on Rafael Nadal’s retirement, the question arises: where does the great Spaniard rank among the best players of all time? VENUS WILLIAMS Years active: 1994-present Grand Slam singles titles: 7 Tour titles: 49 Weeks as world No1: 11 Only her sister prevented her finishing far higher up this list. MARTINA NAVRATILOVA Years active: 1974-2006 Grand Slam …

Rafael Nadal retires: 'Good person from a small village' bids goodbye to tennis
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal retires: 'Good person from a small village' bids goodbye to tennis

India Today  

Like a gladiator bidding farewell to the arena, Rafael Nadal was overcome with emotion as the final chapter of his extraordinary tennis saga unfolded. The way I’d like to be remembered more is like a good person from a small village in Mallorca.” ðŸå¹ pic.twitter.com/WzWoiKNfpY — The Tennis Letter November 19, 2024 FIGHT UNTIL THE END True to his famous …

One GOAT to another: Federer pens note to Nadal
1 month, 3 weeks ago

One GOAT to another: Federer pens note to Nadal

Hindustan Times  

Farewells, as they say in professional sport, are hard. A couple of years after Rafael Nadal joined Roger Federer in his last tournament to create scenes that still lie fresh in memory — the two sitting next to each other, hand in hand, sobbing along as Federer’s farewell video played out — it was Federer’s turn to evoke emotions in …

A look at Rafael Nadal’s 22 Grand Slam titles as he retires after losing in the Davis Cup
1 month, 3 weeks ago

A look at Rafael Nadal’s 22 Grand Slam titles as he retires after losing in the Davis Cup

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal showed up at the French Open for the first time as a teenager in 2005 and left as the champion. 14: 2014 French Open Final: Beat Djokovic 3-6, 7-5, 6-2, 6-4 What He Did: Won a record fifth French Open in a row and pulled even with Pete Sampras at 14 career Slam titles. 7: …

Novak Djokovic is now last of ‘big three’ standing and must find new motivation
2 months, 4 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 praises Rafael Nadal’s ‘greatest achievement’ in emotional tribute
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic praises Rafael Nadal’s ‘greatest achievement’ in emotional tribute

The Independent  

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Roger Federer reacts to Rafael Nadal retirement: ‘I hoped this day would never come’
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Roger Federer reacts to Rafael Nadal retirement: ‘I hoped this day would never come’

The Independent  

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

None of the Big Three has won a grand slam this year. They leave a legacy which has transformed tennis on and off the court.
4 months ago

None of the Big Three has won a grand slam this year. They leave a legacy which has transformed tennis on and off the court.

CNN  

CNN — When a star bursts into light, it is more often than not part of a multiple star system, gravitationally bound to its other counterparts, orbiting around the center of gravity between them, each one’s cosmic position utterly dependent on the other. But this year, men’s tennis has had a different complexion since none of Federer, Nadal or Djokovic …

Does Djokovic defeat spell the end of golden generation's era of dominance?
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Djokovic’s US Open loss makes 2024 the first year since 2002 without a Slam title for the Big Three
4 months, 1 week 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 suffers major upset, fails to reach US Open 4th round for first time in 18 years
4 months, 1 week 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 loses in a shocker at U.S. Open
4 months, 1 week 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 targets 'more history' at US Open as Alex de Minaur and Alexei Popyrin lead Australian charge
4 months, 2 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
4 months, 2 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 …

Relentless Djokovic’s golden coronation in Paris
5 months 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 …

Novak Djokovic’s former coach Ivanisevic backs Paris champion to go for gold at LA 2028
5 months ago

Novak Djokovic’s former coach Ivanisevic backs Paris champion to go for gold at LA 2028

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic’s triumphant Paris 2024 Olympics campaign could motivate the 37-year-old to keep going for four more years and compete in the Los Angeles Games, his former coach Goran Ivanisevic said. Djokovic beat Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 7-6 on Sunday to claim the gold medal and became only the fifth player to achieve a career Golden Slam - winning all four …

GOAT grabs gold: How Novak Djokovic solved Golden Slam puzzle with PlayStation-like performance against Carlos Alcaraz
5 months ago

GOAT grabs gold: How Novak Djokovic solved Golden Slam puzzle with PlayStation-like performance against Carlos Alcaraz

Hindustan Times  

To whom much is given, much is tested. Out of all Grand Slam title wins, Novak Djokovic termed his PlayStation-like performance against Carlos Alcaraz in the Paris Olympics 2024 tennis final as the biggest achievement of his career on Sunday. Serbia's Novak Djokovic and Spain's Carlos Alcaraz great each other after the men's singles tennis final at the Roland Garros …

Rafael Nadal wins in Olympic singles and will play rival Novak Djokovic on Monday
5 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal wins in Olympic singles and will play rival Novak Djokovic on Monday

Associated Press  

PARIS — The fans’ first standing ovation for Rafael Nadal occurred when he wasn’t even in their presence, merely an image shown on a video screen as he waited in a stadium hallway to walk out on the court used for the Paris Olympics and the French Open, a tournament he made his domain. This,” the 38-year-old Nadal said with …

Novak Djokovic hails ‘legend of our sport’ Andy Murray ahead of Scot’s swansong
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic hails ‘legend of our sport’ Andy Murray ahead of Scot’s swansong

The Independent  

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Djokovic’s boos, Murray’s goodbye and 5 things we learned from Wimbledon
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Djokovic’s boos, Murray’s goodbye and 5 things we learned from Wimbledon

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic is 37 and had knee surgery last month but faces Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic is 37 and had knee surgery last month but faces Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final

Associated Press  

LONDON — Not surprisingly, Novak Djokovic was far from convinced he could win Wimbledon when the tournament began less than a month after his surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee. After getting through his first few matches at the All England Club, though, Djokovic thought: “OK, I’m actually playing close to my best, and I can …

The People vs Novak Djokovic: Why fans love to hate the tennis GOAT
5 months, 4 weeks ago

The People vs Novak Djokovic: Why fans love to hate the tennis GOAT

Hindustan Times  

What better way to understand the fuss around the Djoker than a line by the Joker? Serbia's Novak Djokovic gives a speech after winning his fourth round match against Denmark's Holger Rune For a long time the established order in men’s tennis was Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Djokovic. In the latest instance, Djokovic blasted overly enthusiastic supporters of his …

Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic cruises, Alexander Zverev crumbles
6 months ago

Wimbledon 2024: Novak Djokovic cruises, Alexander Zverev crumbles

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic setup a quarter-final with Alex de Minaur following a straightforward win against Holger Rune. AP Novak Djokovic demolished Holger Rune on Monday to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals, staying on track for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam as Taylor Fritz stunned fourth seed Alexander Zverev. Fritz comeback FIVE STAR FRITZ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Taylor Fritz comes from two sets down to …

After so many Wimbledon 5-setters, Novak Djokovic would be OK with best-of-3 in early rounds
6 months ago

After so many Wimbledon 5-setters, Novak Djokovic would be OK with best-of-3 in early rounds

Associated Press  

LONDON — Every so often, a debate bubbles up around whether it makes sense for men to keep playing best-of-five-set matches at Wimbledon and other Grand Slam tournaments. That’s what I guess excites both players and the crowd,” said Djokovic, who has won seven of his men’s-record 24 major championships at Wimbledon. 1, did concede that there is merit to …

Wounded Djokovic out to challenge resurgent Alcaraz, top-ranked Sinner
6 months, 1 week ago

Wounded Djokovic out to challenge resurgent Alcaraz, top-ranked Sinner

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: A resurgent defending champion fresh off another major success. That’s Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic — the men leading this year’s Wimbledon field with contrasting and captivating storylines each. Plenty, however, has changed since the Australian Open in January and last month’s French Open, which has rewritten the order and rejigged the odds of these top three …

Novak Djokovic arrives at Wimbledon as rehabilitation continues
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic arrives at Wimbledon as rehabilitation continues

The Independent  

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Analysis: Novak Djokovic’s bad knee follows Rafael Nadal’s injuries and Roger Federer’s retirement
7 months ago

Analysis: Novak Djokovic’s bad knee follows Rafael Nadal’s injuries and Roger Federer’s retirement

Associated Press  

PARIS — It would be foolish to count Novak Djokovic out of any match, no matter how dire the circumstances or how steep the deficit. And, ultimately, it would not make much sense at all to begin pondering whether this could presage the real and true end of seeing competitive tennis from any of the so-called Big Three, after Djokovic …

Novak Djokovic wins his record 370th Slam match but isn’t sure he can continue at the French Open
7 months ago

Novak Djokovic wins his record 370th Slam match but isn’t sure he can continue at the French Open

Associated Press  

PARIS — Novak Djokovic was laying on his back on a French Open sideline early in the second set Monday, wincing while his injured right knee was manipulated by a trainer — and worrying that he might need to quit playing the match. “I don’t know what will happen tomorrow — or after tomorrow, if I’ll be able to step …

Novak Djokovic begins his bid for a 25th Grand Slam title with a first-round French Open win
7 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic begins his bid for a 25th Grand Slam title with a first-round French Open win

Associated Press  

PARIS — Ignore the straight-set score: Novak Djokovic was not quite at his impervious best in the first round of the French Open on Tuesday night, and his 6-4, 7-6, 6-4 win over Pierre-Hugues Herbert was not enough to alter the defending champion’s “low expectations” at this tournament. Of course, I could have done better, I think, on return games, …

Top tennis players say they're playing too much because the tournaments are too long
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Top tennis players say they're playing too much because the tournaments are too long

The Hindu  

More competition days, more tickets sold, more TV time, more money. With Madrid and Rome following already established two-week events in Indian Wells and Miami, several of the highest-ranked players — the ones who consistently reach the final stages of these tournaments — are growing weary of spending so much more time on the road. “We wanted more drama and …

Djokovic mulls going without coach after 20 years as a professional
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Djokovic mulls going without coach after 20 years as a professional

The Hindu  

World number one Novak Djokovic is considering going without a coach after 20 years in professional tennis, the Serb said after receiving the top men’s honour at the Laureus awards. He had former doubles world number one Nenad Zimonjic with him at the Monte-Carlo Masters earlier this month, but the 36-year-old is pondering whether to navigate this late stage of …

Novak Djokovic eclipses Roger Federer's record for oldest man ranked No 1 in tennis
9 months ago

Novak Djokovic eclipses Roger Federer's record for oldest man ranked No 1 in tennis

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic at a practice session during the Monte Carlo Masters of ATP 1000 at Monte Carlo Country Club, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France April 8, 2024. LONDON — Novak Djokovic has surpassed another tennis record once held by Roger Federer, becoming the oldest man to be ranked No. Djokovic's 24 Grand Slam singles titles also are the most by a man in …

Novak Djokovic Ends Partnership With Coach Goran Ivanisevic Amid Winless Start To 2024 Season Tennis
9 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic Ends Partnership With Coach Goran Ivanisevic Amid Winless Start To 2024 Season Tennis

ABP News  

New Delhi: World number one Novak Djokovic has ended his partnership with Croatian coach Goran Ivanisevic following a challenging start to his 2024 season. Under Ivanisevic's guidance, Djokovic honed his skills and embarked on a remarkable journey that saw him surpass tennis legends Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal to become the most successful men's singles player in Grand Slam history. …

Djokovic and Ivanisevic split after winning 12 Grand Slam titles together
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Djokovic and Ivanisevic split after winning 12 Grand Slam titles together

Al Jazeera  

World number one Novak Djokovic has ended his highly successful partnership with Croatian coach Goran Ivanisevic shortly before the clay season gets into full swing. Ivanisevic, who claimed the singles title at Wimbledon in 2001 after finishing runner-up in 1992, 1994 and 1998, joined Djokovic’s team in 2018 and helped the 36-year-old win 12 Grand Slam titles. “Goran and I …

‘The image Novak Djokovic projects is worse than he really is’: Rafael Nadal on the ‘best’ among Big Three
10 months, 3 weeks ago

‘The image Novak Djokovic projects is worse than he really is’: Rafael Nadal on the ‘best’ among Big Three

Hindustan Times  

For an entire generation of tennis fans, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic mean everything. Rafel Nadal and Novak Djokovic The Big Three, as they are popularly known, are the all-time leaders in Grand Slam titles; Djokovic has won a record 24 majors, followed by Nadal with 22 and Federer with 20. With Nadal accomplishing it twice for a …

Djokovic reaches the Australian Open quarterfinals, matching Federer’s Grand Slam record
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Djokovic reaches the Australian Open quarterfinals, matching Federer’s Grand Slam record

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Achieving yet another record at the Australian Open put Novak Djokovic in a reflective mood, revealing how he thought things might change after he’d clinched that historic 24th major title. Djokovic played his best two sets “in a while” in a 6-0, 6-0, 6-3 demolition of Adrian Mannarino on Sunday to reach the quarterfinals at a major …

Novak Djokovic is searching for his game, his mojo, and a tissue
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic is searching for his game, his mojo, and a tissue

New York Times  

“I got lucky.” Those are not the words that Novak Djokovic usually utters when asked to explain yet another win at a Grand Slam, but it’s been that sort of week for him at the Australian Open. “I’m still trying to find my form,” he said, after escaping with a four-set win against a hometown favorite, Alexei Popyrin, in front …

Australian Open 2024: Andre Agassi anoints Novak Djokovic as greatest ever
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: Andre Agassi anoints Novak Djokovic as greatest ever

Firstpost  

Eight-time Grand Slam champion Andre Agassi has anointed Novak Djokovic as the greatest men’s player of all time, saying you cannot argue with the weight of his achievements. Preview: Djokovic has wrist injury, Alcaraz, Sinner as prime obstacles in Australia “There’s so many ways to look at it, but when you look at it on paper you just can’t argue …

Andre Agassi anoints Novak Djokovic as greatest ever
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Andre Agassi anoints Novak Djokovic as greatest ever

The Hindu  

Eight-time Grand Slam champion Andre Agassi has anointed Novak Djokovic as the greatest men’s player of all time, saying you cannot argue with the weight of his achievements. “There’s so many ways to look at it, but when you look at it on paper you just can’t argue with what he’s accomplished,” Agassi told The Australian newspaper in Melbourne, where …

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