Column: Why Wimbledon favorite Novak Djokovic can win anything but tennis fans’ love
1 year, 5 months ago

Column: Why Wimbledon favorite Novak Djokovic can win anything but tennis fans’ love

LA Times  

Novak Djokovic reacts after winning the second set against Australia’s Jordan Thompson at Wimbledon on Wednesday. With Wednesday’s straight-sets victory over Jordan Thompson, the Serb moved closer to capturing his eighth Wimbledon title, tying Federer’s record, and 24th major overall, tying a record set by Margaret Court. Sports Unvaccinated Novak Djokovic withdraws from U.S. Open Serbia’s Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the U.S. Open. But when Murray finally ended Britain’s drought at Djokovic’s expense in 2013, I sensed none of the conflicted sympathies in the crowd that Murray’s loss to Federer had generated the year before.

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

‘Is the attention fun?’: Roddick tears apart Djokovic for overshadowing Nadal’s farewell with Murray announcement
3 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Novak Djokovic welcomes ‘biggest rival’ Andy Murray to coaching team ahead of Australian Open: ‘Final chapter left…’
Top News
1 month ago

Novak Djokovic welcomes ‘biggest rival’ Andy Murray to coaching team ahead of Australian Open: ‘Final chapter left…’

Live Mint  

Novak Djokovic on Saturday announced that his long-time rival, retired tennis star Andy Murray, will join his coaching team. Murray's role will begin at the Australian Open in January, supporting Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion. Djokovic posted a video on X of him and Murray during the Scotsman's playing career, jokingly titled: "He never liked retirement anyway." The 37-year-old …

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’s highs and lows as he returns to coach Novak Djokovic
1 month ago

Andy Murray’s highs and lows as he returns to coach Novak Djokovic

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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 …

‘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 makes plea to Rafael Nadal after final match of ‘amazing rivalry’
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic makes plea to Rafael Nadal after final match of ‘amazing rivalry’

The Independent  

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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 and Carlos Alcaraz star in epic promo for the 6 Kings Slam in Riyadh - with the winner of the exhibition set to take home the largest prize money in the history of tennis
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz star in epic promo for the 6 Kings Slam in Riyadh - with the winner of the exhibition set to take home the largest prize money in the history of tennis

Daily Mail  

A five-minute promotional video featuring the participants of the 6 Kings Slam event has been released ahead of the event. Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev and Holger Rune will take to the court in Riyadh next month with the highest prize money in tennis history on the line. The high-budget film directed by Los Perez …

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 …

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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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 …

Carlos Alcaraz opens up about ‘frenemy’ Novak Djokovic ahead of potential US Open final clash
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz opens up about ‘frenemy’ Novak Djokovic ahead of potential US Open final clash

The Independent  

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

Novak Djokovic overcomes US Open heat to defeat countryman Laslo Djere

The Independent  

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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 …

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: 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 …

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
4 months 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 …

History-maker Djokovic aiming for the stars now
4 months ago

History-maker Djokovic aiming for the stars now

The Hindu  

Men’s tennis in 2024 has seen a curious dichotomy exist in close proximity. The defeat to Alcaraz at Wimbledon appeared the last straw; it was his fourth straight against a top-10 player and he hadn’t won a title since beating Sinner at the ATP Tour Finals last November. He has a men’s record 24 Grand Slam titles, has won at …

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 …

Paris Olympics: Novak Djokovic wins first gold medal in emotional final over Carlos Alcaraz
4 months, 2 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 beats Carlos Alcaraz to win Olympic gold and career Golden Slam
4 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 …

Rafael Nadal visibly annoyed with retirement question after falling to Novak Djokovic in Paris Olympics 2024
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal visibly annoyed with retirement question after falling to Novak Djokovic in Paris Olympics 2024

Hindustan Times  

It turned out to be a one-sided affair as Novak Djokovic cruised past Rafael Nadal in straight sets, winning 6-1 6-4 in the men's singles second round fixture at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024, on Monday. Spain's Rafael Nadal shakes hands with chair umpire Renaud Lichtenstein of France after his defeat to Serbia's Novak Djokovic in their men's singles second …

Rafael Nadal destroyed by Novak Djokovic in brutal end to Olympics singles dream
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal destroyed by Novak Djokovic in brutal end to Olympics singles dream

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic unable to hide excitement for Paris Olympics showdown vs Rafael Nadal, shares special post for arch-rival
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic unable to hide excitement for Paris Olympics showdown vs Rafael Nadal, shares special post for arch-rival

Hindustan Times  

The stage is set for Monday as Rafael Nadal takes on Novak Djokovic in the second round of Paris Olympics 2024 men's singles. Serbia's Novak Djokovic hugs Spain's Rafael Nadal during a practice session. Djokovic began his Paris Olympics campaign with an easy 6-0, 6-1 win vs Australia's Matthew Ebden. Nadal is partnering countryman Carlos Alcaraz in the men's doubles …

Rafael Nadal wins in Olympic singles and will play rival Novak Djokovic on Monday
4 months, 3 weeks 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
4 months, 4 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, 1 week ago

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

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic deserves respect, appreciation even in Wimbledon defeat
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic deserves respect, appreciation even in Wimbledon defeat

Firstpost  

After two weeks of sarcastic ‘Gooooood night’ and ’nice flight home’ wishes, tennis world must acknowledge the likes of Sinner and Alcaraz but not forget the jaw-dropping achievements of Novak Djokovic. It’s a bitter taste to lose the final the way I did today.” Novak Djokovic has not won a title in 2024, after going down to Carlos Alcaraz in …

Wimbledon final Highlights: Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic in straight sets
5 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon final Highlights: Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic in straight sets

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz, Wimbledon 2024 final Highlights: Carlos Alcaraz registered a dominant win over Novak Djokovic to retain his Wimbledon title. The Serb was chasing history at the iconic venue, aiming to match Roger Federer's ATP record for the most Wimbledon titles won and win an unprecedented 24th Grand Slam title in the Open Era. Fresh from his …

Too ‘goooood’ to be true: Testy Djokovic gets a Wimbledon rematch with Alcaraz
5 months, 1 week ago

Too ‘goooood’ to be true: Testy Djokovic gets a Wimbledon rematch with Alcaraz

Live Mint  

Here we go, here we go, here we go. Sunday delivers an epic tennis rematch, and only the cold and dead won’t be compelled to check out this doozy when it begins at 2 p.m. local, 9 a.m. Eastern: Djokovic vs. Alcaraz—at Wimbledon. If he prevails Sunday he’ll have won four majors by the age of 21, an outrageous start …

Carlos Alcaraz wins Wimbledon by beating Novak Djokovic and now owns 4 Slam titles at age 21
5 months, 1 week ago

Carlos Alcaraz wins Wimbledon by beating Novak Djokovic and now owns 4 Slam titles at age 21

Associated Press  

LONDON — Carlos Alcaraz was ready from the get-go this time. “He just was better than me in every aspect of the game,” said the 37-year-old Djokovic, who had knee surgery less than 1 1/2 months ago yet was hoping to tie Federer’s men’s record of eight Wimbledon titles and become the first player in tennis history to win 25 …

Carlos Alcaraz’s rout of Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon is a watershed moment for tennis
5 months, 1 week ago

Carlos Alcaraz’s rout of Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon is a watershed moment for tennis

New York Times  

WIMBLEDON — This wasn’t a torch-passing. Last year, Carlos Alcaraz beat Novak Djokovic by a whisker in the Wimbledon men’s final, taking advantage of a few rare errors from the now 24-time Grand Slam champion to win an up-and-down five-set saga that lasted nearly five hours. Alcaraz holds the Wimbledon title for the second consecutive year “A huge honor to …

Djokovic in final after a long time but the Alcaraz challenge seems insurmountable
5 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic in final after a long time but the Alcaraz challenge seems insurmountable

Hindustan Times  

Djokovic vs Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final. Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts during his semi final match against Italy's Lorenzo Musetti It was the only grand slam that Djokovic didn't win last year. He had looked in great touch all through the season and was tipped as hot favourite to win all four grand slams, but a young Alcaraz dashed his …

Novak Djokovic is 37 and had knee surgery last month but faces Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final
5 months, 1 week 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 …

Wimbledon men’s final: Djokovic ready to live up to his own lofty expectations against Alcaraz
5 months, 1 week ago

Wimbledon men’s final: Djokovic ready to live up to his own lofty expectations against Alcaraz

The Hindu  

Without a title for over six months, Novak Djokovic is now within touching distance of a record 25th Grand Slam trophy — with the all-conquering Serb saying Wimbledon always brings the best out of him. The 37-year-old lost in his Australian Open fortress at the start of the year, with his bid to win a record-extending 11th Melbourne Park title …

Why Novak Djokovic believes it is 'important' Aussie tennis star Nick Kyrgios plays at the US Open - as their unlikely bromance continues
5 months, 1 week ago

Why Novak Djokovic believes it is 'important' Aussie tennis star Nick Kyrgios plays at the US Open - as their unlikely bromance continues

Daily Mail  

Nick Kyrgios may play at the US Open later this year Nick Kyrgios has told Novak Djokovic he might return to competitive action at the US Open later this year - and the Serbian would welcome it, declaring tennis 'really needs him back.' 'I can tell you when we practiced, he hit a really good serve, and he said, 'well, …

Novak Djokovic's violin celebration at Wimbledon 2024 | Explained
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic's violin celebration at Wimbledon 2024 | Explained

India TV News  

Novak Djokovic is one of the highly polarizing athletes going around in the tennis circuit for a very long time and his new celebration of imitating to play violin on the court has sparked another controversy. The Serb hammered a spirited Lorenzo Musetti 6-4, 7-6, 6-4 in the second semifinal of gentlemen's singles at Wimbledon and imitated playing the violin …

Novak Djokovic enters 10th Wimbledon final; to face Carlos Alcaraz in rematch of previous edition
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic enters 10th Wimbledon final; to face Carlos Alcaraz in rematch of previous edition

India TV News  

Second seed Novak Djokovic made light work of semifinal opponent Lorenzo Musetti 6-4, 7-6 and 6-4 to storm into his 10th Wimbledon gentlemen's singles final. I also remind myself not to take anything for granted, particularly when you are playing finals in the most important tennis tournament in the history of this sport," Djokovic said after winning the semifinal. "Coming …

Novak Djokovic says Nick Kyrgios hinted at a return at the US Open -- but it might have been a joke
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic says Nick Kyrgios hinted at a return at the US Open -- but it might have been a joke

Associated Press  

LONDON — No one knows for sure when 2022 Wimbledon runner-up Nick Kyrgios will return to competition after nearly two years away from the tour because of injuries. “But let me tell you, he’s hitting the ball as good as ever, really.” Kyrgios, a 29-year-old Australian, lost to Djokovic in the Wimbledon final two years ago, before knee and wrist …

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