Novak Djokovic’s father Srdjan not courtside for Australian Open final after Russian flag controversy
1 year, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic’s father Srdjan not courtside for Australian Open final after Russian flag controversy

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic’s father was absent from his son’s player’s box for the Australian Open final Sunday following a controversy over images of him posing with a Russian flag featuring Vladimir Putin. Srdjan Djokovic was not sitting courtside with the former world number one’s coaching staff and his mother Dijana at the start of the final against Stefanos Tsitsipas at Rod Laver Arena. Novak Djokovic explains in detail the misunderstanding surrounding his father.#AusOpen pic.twitter.com/4fTfeSyAZr — TennisONE App January 27, 2023 Djokovic senior decided to skip the semi-final at Melbourne Park after he faced calls, led by Ukraine, to be banned from the Grand Slam. The video was captioned: “Novak Djokovic’s father makes bold political statement.” Srdjan Djokovic decided not to attend Novak’s semi-final win over Tommy Paul and said in a statement that he “wishes only for peace”.

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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 …

Three instances where Novak Djokovic lost his cool on a tennis court
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Three instances where Novak Djokovic lost his cool on a tennis court

The Hindu  

From being disqualified from the US Open for injuring a lineswoman to flinging a racket at the crowd Novak Djokovic has had his fair share of meltdowns on court during his storied career. Here are three instances of Djokovic losing his cool on the tennis court: ‘Ruuune’ chants trigger Djokovic Novak Djokovic cruised through to the quarterfinals of Wimbledon 2024 …

Novak Djokovic's mindset shifted when he refused to be vaccinated. And Wimbledon 'booing' row is the latest sign he's given up on being loved in tennis, writes MATTHEW LAMBERT
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic's mindset shifted when he refused to be vaccinated. And Wimbledon 'booing' row is the latest sign he's given up on being loved in tennis, writes MATTHEW LAMBERT

Daily Mail  

When a special guest walked out on to Centre Court to interview Andy Murray during his farewell, for one ghastly moment I thought the greatest heresy was being committed on Centre Court since Cliff Richard sang during that rain delay. To my ears this was no different to what happened during Novak Djokovic's fourth-round match with Holger Rune on Monday …

Analysis: Don’t write off Novak Djokovic after his Australian Open loss to Jannik Sinner
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Analysis: Don’t write off Novak Djokovic after his Australian Open loss to Jannik Sinner

Associated Press  

It might be tempting to see some tidy symbolism and greater significance in Novak Djokovic’s loss to Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open semifinals. A few moments later, Djokovic sounded more contemplative and somewhat less sure of what’s to come, saying: “I just hope that I’ll get a chance to come back, to play at least another time and go …

United Cup: Novak Djokovic's 43-match winning streak snapped by Australia's Alex de Minaur
11 months, 3 weeks ago

United Cup: Novak Djokovic's 43-match winning streak snapped by Australia's Alex de Minaur

India Today  

24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic’s 43-match winning streak was brought to an end by Australia’s Alex de Minaur in the quarter-finals of the United Cup. In a match that lasted for a duration of 94 minutes, De Minaur executed a spectacular performance, winning 33 out of 34 points behind first serves, thereby earning the biggest victory of his career. …

Watch: Novak Djokovic Amazes Journalists With His Fluent Chinese
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Watch: Novak Djokovic Amazes Journalists With His Fluent Chinese

ABP News  

Serbian Lawn Tennis legend Novak Djovokic left journalists speechless with his fluent Chinese during a press conference of the ATP Tour. Djokovic produced this epic moment after a journalist asked the Serbian to greet Happy New Year to his Chinese fans, given his fanfare and popularity in the country of China and amongst Chinese people. Novak Djokovic speaks perfect Chinese …

Ben Shelton’s dad slams Novak Djokovic for mimicking son’s phone celebration after win
1 year, 3 months ago

Ben Shelton’s dad slams Novak Djokovic for mimicking son’s phone celebration after win

LA Times  

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic mimics Ben Shelton’s celebratory phone move after defeating the American in the U.S. Open semifinals Sept. 8 in New York. When the veteran Djokovic imitated his son’s now-signature celebration immediately after beating the young player in the U.S. Open semifinals last week, the former pro player and college coach saw nothing but disrespect. It was to mock …

Novak Djokovic told to ‘get on with it’ as Wimbledon fans left frustrated
1 year, 5 months ago

Novak Djokovic told to ‘get on with it’ as Wimbledon fans left frustrated

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic refuses to apologise for racquet smash incident, damaging Wimbledon net post during Carlos Alcaraz clash
1 year, 5 months ago

Novak Djokovic refuses to apologise for racquet smash incident, damaging Wimbledon net post during Carlos Alcaraz clash

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic stood a win away from twin Open Era glories. However, he was stunned by world No.1 Carlos Alcaraz in the final which eventually ended his long-standing Centre Court streak as well. En route, Djokovic had lost his cool, was left utterly frustrated as he smashed his racquet on the Centre Court net post, damaging it as well. Novak …

Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears as Carlos Alcaraz denies Wimbledon dream
1 year, 5 months ago

Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears as Carlos Alcaraz denies Wimbledon dream

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic left vexed, calls for privacy from Wimbledon organisers after Carlos Alcaraz's father caught filming Serb
1 year, 5 months ago

Novak Djokovic left vexed, calls for privacy from Wimbledon organisers after Carlos Alcaraz's father caught filming Serb

Hindustan Times  

For the last four editions, every player who stepped onto Centre Court to face Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon, would have believed that they would be the one to get the better of the legend. They must have studied his moves on court, his strengths, his weaknesses to have that edge, yet, the Serb has remained unbeaten for 43 straight matches …

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 …

Novak Djokovic wins his 23rd Grand Slam title by beating Casper Ruud in the French Open final
1 year, 6 months ago

Novak Djokovic wins his 23rd Grand Slam title by beating Casper Ruud in the French Open final

Associated Press  

PARIS — Novak Djokovic made clear for years this was his goal. “Of course I would lie if I say that I didn’t think about the finish line that is right there and that one more match is needed to win a trophy — a historic one.” Also worth noting: He again is halfway to a calendar-year Grand Slam — …

Charismatic and controversial: Novak Djokovic, crowned undisputed king of tennis
1 year, 6 months ago

Charismatic and controversial: Novak Djokovic, crowned undisputed king of tennis

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic shows few signs of losing his physical edge — 11 of his 23 Grand Slams have come after he turned 30. Novak Djokovic, who won a record men’s 23rd Grand Slam title on Sunday, is driven on through controversy by his determination to be the greatest ever. The Serb’s victory over Casper Ruud in the French Open final …

Novak Djokovic nears his 23rd Grand Slam title at the French Open after Carlos Alcaraz cramps up
1 year, 6 months ago

Novak Djokovic nears his 23rd Grand Slam title at the French Open after Carlos Alcaraz cramps up

Associated Press  

PARIS — It was Carlos Alcaraz, not Novak Djokovic, who conjured up the “How did he do that? “I’ve never felt the tension that I did in that match,” said Alcaraz, who said the stress he sensed because of the stakes, and the daunting foe across the net, caused cramps in “every part of my body.” “He has been in …

Novak Djokovic tries to put issue of Kosovo comments behind him at French Open
1 year, 6 months ago

Novak Djokovic tries to put issue of Kosovo comments behind him at French Open

Associated Press  

PARIS — Novak Djokovic sure seemed like someone ready to move on from the latest non-tennis issue he’s been involved in during a Grand Slam tournament. Sports Minister Amelie Oudea-Castera warned Djokovic on Wednesday morning not to wade into such international issues again at Roland Garros, saying his comments were “not appropriate.” Speaking on TV station France 2, Oudea-Castera said …

Djokovic draws criticism from Kosovo tennis federation for comments at French Open
1 year, 6 months ago

Djokovic draws criticism from Kosovo tennis federation for comments at French Open

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic has drawn criticism from Kosovo's tennis federation — but not from French Open organisers — after offering his thoughts on clashes in northern Kosovo between ethnic Serbs and police and NATO peacekeepers. Kosovo's tennis federation said Tuesday that Djokovic's comments were "deplorable" because he was stoking tensions between Serbia and Kosovo. NATO said on Tuesday it will send …

Kosovan Olympic Committee calls for disciplinary action against Novak Djokovic
1 year, 6 months ago

Kosovan Olympic Committee calls for disciplinary action against Novak Djokovic

CNN  

CNN — The Kosovan Olympic Committee has called for the International Olympic Committee and International Tennis Federation to take disciplinary action against Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic. In a letter written by KOC President Ismet Krasniqi and addressed to the IOC, the KOC said Djokovic’s message “breached the fundamental principle of the IOC charter on the point of political neutrality …

Novak Djokovic makes political statement about Kosovo after first-round French Open win
1 year, 6 months ago

Novak Djokovic makes political statement about Kosovo after first-round French Open win

CNN  

CNN — Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic left a political message on a TV camera lens at the French Open on Monday in response to violent clashes in Kosovo. Jean Catuffe/Getty Images Djokovic’s reference to the “entirety of Serbia” reflects the policy of the Serbian government, which still considers Kosovo to be an integral part of its territory and has …

What did Serbian tennis superstar Novak Djokovic say about the Kosovo protests? Why is it controversial?
1 year, 6 months ago

What did Serbian tennis superstar Novak Djokovic say about the Kosovo protests? Why is it controversial?

ABC  

Novak Djokovic has stirred anger after calling for peace in northern Kosovo after winning his first match at the French Open. Djokovic said Kosovo was the "heart of Serbia" and called for an end to the violence in the country's north. But Serbia, its northern neighbour, still considers Kosovo part of its territory and Serbia's traditional ally Russia doesn't recognise …

Boris Becker: Djokovic supported my family when I was in prison
1 year, 10 months ago

Boris Becker: Djokovic supported my family when I was in prison

The Hindu  

Former German tennis great Boris Becker thanked world number one Novak Djokovic Sunday for his backing while he was in a British prison and called the Serb “probably the greatest player of all time”. “But we always stayed close and especially my time inside -- he supported me, he supported my family.” FILE PHOTO: Serbia’s Novak Djokovic with his then …

Watch: Deportation, injury, deflation - Novak Djokovic’s 10th Australian Open triumph trumps all
1 year, 10 months ago

Watch: Deportation, injury, deflation - Novak Djokovic’s 10th Australian Open triumph trumps all

The Hindu  

In drawing level with Rafael Nadal’s record 22 Grand Slam titles, Novak Djokovic reignited the debate about who is the greatest men’s tennis player of all time. Roger Federer, the third of the “Big Three” who have dominated men’s tennis for the past 15 years, retired last year with 20 Grand Slam titles. Novak Djokovic of Serbia rubs cream into …

Novak Djokovic claims 10th Australian Open title, 22nd Slam
1 year, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic claims 10th Australian Open title, 22nd Slam

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic climbed into the Rod Laver Arena stands to celebrate his 10th Australian Open championship and record-tying 22nd Grand Slam title Sunday and, after jumping and pumping his fists with his team, he collapsed onto his back, crying. Yet Djokovic accomplished all he could have possibly wanted in his return: He resumed his winning ways at …

One of the most challenging tournaments in my life: Novak Djokovic after winning Australian Open 2023 title
1 year, 10 months ago

One of the most challenging tournaments in my life: Novak Djokovic after winning Australian Open 2023 title

India Today  

Australian Open 2023 champion Novak Djokovic gave an emotional speech after winning his 10th title in the competition on Sunday, 29 January. The Serbian tennis player said that this was one of most challenging tournaments in his life, hinting towards the off-field controversies that he was drawn into in the last fortnight. "I have to say that this has been …

Watch: Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears while celebrating with family after winning Australian Open
1 year, 10 months ago

Watch: Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears while celebrating with family after winning Australian Open

India Today  

Novak Djokovic failed to hold back tears after winning the Australian Open 2023 and thereby clinching his 22nd singles Grand Slam of his career by defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in Melbourne on Sunday. Djokovic, who wasn't allowed to participate in the event last year, was out to prove a point and looked fairly unchallenged throughout the duration of the competition. This …

Djokovic wins Australian Open, matches Nadal’s 22 Grand Slam titles record
1 year, 10 months ago

Djokovic wins Australian Open, matches Nadal’s 22 Grand Slam titles record

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic found this trip to Australia far less complicated, and far more successful, than that of a year ago. Only briefly challenged in the final on Sunday night, Djokovic was simply better at the most crucial moments and beat Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 7-6, 7-6 for a record-extending 10th Australian Open championship and record-tying 22nd Grand Slam title overall. Djokovic …

Novak Djokovic's Father Not Courtside for Australian Open Final vs Stefanos Tsitsipas
1 year, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic's Father Not Courtside for Australian Open Final vs Stefanos Tsitsipas

News 18  

Novak Djokovic’s father was absent from his son’s player’s box for the Australian Open final Sunday following a controversy over images of him posing with a Russian flag featuring Vladimir Putin. Srdjan Djokovic was not sitting courtside with the former world number one’s coaching staff and his mother Dijana at the start of the final against Stefanos Tsitsipas at Rod …

Novak Djokovic beats Stefanos Tsitsipas for 10th Australian Open title
1 year, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic beats Stefanos Tsitsipas for 10th Australian Open title

LA Times  

Novak Djokovic found this trip to Australia far less complicated, and far more successful, than that of a year ago. Only briefly challenged in the final on Sunday night, Djokovic was simply better at the most crucial moments and beat Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 7-6, 7-6 for a record-extending 10th Australian Open championship and record-tying 22nd Grand Slam title overall. “And …

Australian Open final: Novak Djokovic's father missing from his box after Russian flag contoversy
1 year, 10 months ago

Australian Open final: Novak Djokovic's father missing from his box after Russian flag contoversy

India Today  

Novak Djokovic had said he would love to have his father at his box for the men's singles final at Australian Open 2023 but Srdjan Djokovic was not seen at his corner on Sunday, January 29. It seems Novak Djokovic's father Srdjan opted not to be in person to watch the men's singles final between his son and Stefanos Tsitsipas …

Djokovic: Driven through controversies by history and ‘school of life’
1 year, 10 months ago

Djokovic: Driven through controversies by history and ‘school of life’

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic stands on the brink of a record-equalling 22nd Grand Slam title and it is his determination to be the greatest ever which drives him on through the controversies. The 35-year-old Serb is already one major clear of Roger Federer and victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas in the Australian Open final on Sunday will draw him level with Rafael Nadal. …

Australian Open chief Tiley tells Djokovic family: ‘Be really careful’
1 year, 10 months ago

Australian Open chief Tiley tells Djokovic family: ‘Be really careful’

The Hindu  

Australian Open chief Craig Tiley on Saturday advised Novak Djokovic’s family to be “really careful” of people using the tournament’s global exposure as a platform for “disruptive” purposes. It follows a video posted on a pro-Russian YouTube account showing Djokovic’s father Srdjan posing in Melbourne Park with a fan holding a Russian flag that featured the face of Vladimir Putin. …

Australian Open Chief Advices Novak Djokovic's Family to be 'Careful' After Russian Flag Controversy
1 year, 10 months ago

Australian Open Chief Advices Novak Djokovic's Family to be 'Careful' After Russian Flag Controversy

News 18  

Australian Open chief Craig Tiley on Saturday advised Novak Djokovic’s family to be “really careful” of people using the tournament’s global exposure as a platform for “disruptive” purposes. It follows a video posted on a pro-Russian YouTube account showing Djokovic’s father Srdjan posing in Melbourne Park with a fan holding a Russian flag that featured the face of Vladimir Putin. …

Djokovic’s dad stays away from Australian Open semifinal
1 year, 10 months ago

Djokovic’s dad stays away from Australian Open semifinal

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic’s father stayed away from the 21-time Grand Slam champion’s semifinal victory on Friday after getting embroiled in a flap involving spectators who brought banned Russian flags to Melbourne Park. Srdjan Djokovic released a statement saying he would not be at Rod Laver Arena, “so there is no disruption.” Novak Djokovic wound up beating unseeded American …

Djokovic’s father skips Australian Open semi-final after flag controversy
1 year, 10 months ago

Djokovic’s father skips Australian Open semi-final after flag controversy

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic’s father Srdjan said he would not attend his son’s Australian Open semi-final on Friday to avoid further “disruption” after he was pictured with fans holding Russian flags. The story so far Ukraine’s ambassador to Australia on Friday urged tennis officials to ban Novak Djokovic’s father from the Australian Open after he was filmed posing with fans holding Russian …

Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk 'very upset' by actions of Novak Djokovic's father
1 year, 10 months ago

Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk 'very upset' by actions of Novak Djokovic's father

Firstpost  

Kostyuk, whose country was invaded by Russia last year, said she was surprised and hurt to see Russian flags in the stands and around the tournament despite the ban on them. Ukrainian tennis player Marta Kostyuk said Friday it was “very upsetting” to see Novak Djokovic’s father posing alongside a Russian flag with President Vladimir Putin’s face on it at …

Ukraine urges Australian Open to ban Novak Djokovic's father
1 year, 10 months ago

Ukraine urges Australian Open to ban Novak Djokovic's father

The Hindu  

Ukraine's ambassador to Australia on Friday urged tennis officials to ban Novak Djokovic's father from the Australian Open after he was filmed posing with fans holding Russian flags. A video posted to a pro-Russian Australian YouTube account on Thursday showed Djokovic's father Srdjan posing with a man holding a Russian flag with Vladimir Putin's face on it. Serbian tennis reporters …

Novak Djokovic defends father Srdjan over Russian flag controversy at Australian Open: We will never support war
1 year, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic defends father Srdjan over Russian flag controversy at Australian Open: We will never support war

India Today  

9-time champion Novak Djokovic defended his father, Srdjan, after a video of the latter posing with fans holding Russian flags at the Australian Open after his son's quarter-final match on Wednesday. Speaking to the press after his semi-final win over Tommy Paul, Novak Djokovic reiterated the words of his father, saying that his family was against war and that they …

Ukrainian ambassador calls for Novak Djokovic's father to be banned from Australian Open over Russian flag incident
1 year, 10 months ago

Ukrainian ambassador calls for Novak Djokovic's father to be banned from Australian Open over Russian flag incident

ABC  

Ukraine's ambassador to Australia has called for Novak Djokovic's father to be banned from the Australian Open, after he posed with a group holding the Russian flag. Key points: The Ukrainian ambassador is calling on Tennis Australia to impose sanctions on Srdjan Djokovic Russian and Belarusian flags are banned from the Australian Open Novak Djokovic's management has been contacted for …

Djokovic’s father Srdjan courts controversy again
1 year, 10 months ago

Djokovic’s father Srdjan courts controversy again

The Hindu  

Brash, loud, and combative, Novak Djokovic’s father Srdjan has again stolen the spotlight from his son in the latest off-court controversy to rock the tennis star’s career. This week, Srdjan made headlines again at the Australian Open after the 61-year-old was filmed posing with fans brandishing banned Russian flags, including one featuring Vladimir Putin, in scenes Ukraine’s ambassador Thursday slammed …

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic's father poses with pro-Russia fans, creates controversy
1 year, 10 months ago

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic's father poses with pro-Russia fans, creates controversy

Firstpost  

Melbourne: Serbia star Novak Djokovic found himself at the centre of a controversy at the ongoing Australian Open tennis tournament when his father Srdjan posed for pictures with a group of supporters of Russia president Vladimir Putin. The group of Russia supporters who posed for pictures Srdjan Djokovic were holding a Russian flag with Vladimir Putin’s face on it. While …

Djokovic’s father poses with tennis fans waving pro-Russia flags
1 year, 10 months ago

Djokovic’s father poses with tennis fans waving pro-Russia flags

Al Jazeera  

The video emerged as police removed four people from the Australian Open tournament for displaying Russian flags. Novak Djokovic’s father has been filmed posing with fans brandishing pro-Russian flags at the Australian Open in scenes Ukraine’s ambassador slammed as “a disgrace”. Story/video via @jamesgraysport:https://t.co/L4gtaKKNP6 pic.twitter.com/qnOx3MGYqB — Ben Rothenberg January 26, 2023 Serbian tennis reporters confirmed it was Djokovic’s father and …

Australian Open 2023: Djokovic’s return to Melbourne Park splits fans
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: Djokovic’s return to Melbourne Park splits fans

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic returns to Rod Laver Arena to start his Australian Open campaign on Tuesday night, but tennis fans at Melbourne Park for the day session were split over the reception he might receive. Australian Open organisers have said any fans targeting Djokovic, who begins his quest against Spain’s Roberto Carballes Baena, would be slapped with potential tournament bans. “I’m …

Novak Djokovic makes massive injury admission ahead of first Australian Open 2023 match
1 year, 11 months ago

Novak Djokovic makes massive injury admission ahead of first Australian Open 2023 match

Hindustan Times  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic is back to Australian Open after missing out on the previous edition in 2022 due to his stance on mandatory Covid vaccination policy for Australia Visa. With his return, tennis fans are looking forward to an exciting contest as Djokovic tries to equal Nadal's 22 grand slam title victories in the race for winning the highest ever …

Djokovic ‘a bit emotional’ after warm return to Australian Open in charity match against Nick Kyrgios
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic ‘a bit emotional’ after warm return to Australian Open in charity match against Nick Kyrgios

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic was “a bit emotional” after receiving a warm welcome Friday on his return to Melbourne Park, before facing Nick Kyrgios in a sell-out Australian Open exhibition match. Djokovic, who was deported a year ago, was given a good reception when he went on to win an Adelaide warm-up tournament last week and it was a similar story at …

Australian Open 2023: Spectators targeting Novak Djokovic will be ejected, warns tournament director Craig Tiley
1 year, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2023: Spectators targeting Novak Djokovic will be ejected, warns tournament director Craig Tiley

Firstpost  

Melbourne: Australian Open spectators were warned on Wednesday that they risk being ejected if they target nine-time champion Novak Djokovic. Read: Djokovic feels ’the love’ on Australia return, holds no grudges Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley told the Herald Sun newspaper that any fans looking to taunt Djokovic would not be tolerated. “I have an expectation that people will …

Djokovic receives hero’s welcome despite loss at Adelaide International
1 year, 11 months ago

Djokovic receives hero’s welcome despite loss at Adelaide International

The Hindu  

Tennis fans gave Novak Djokovic a raucous welcome during his first match in Australia in almost two years when he made a rare doubles appearance at the Adelaide International on Monday. Playing with Canada’s Vasek Pospisil, they lost to doubles specialists Tomislav Brkic and Gonzalo Escobar 4-6, 6-3, 10/5 but enjoyed overwhelming crowd support along the way. The Serbian superstar …

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 …

Serbia Open: Novak Djokovic falls to Andrey Rublev in Belgrade final
2 years, 7 months ago

Serbia Open: Novak Djokovic falls to Andrey Rublev in Belgrade final

Firstpost  

Second seed Rublev won through 6-2, 6-7, 6-0 against the top seed who had been looking to regain winning form before his French Open title defence next month. Belgrade: World number one Novak Djokovic was denied his first title of the year on Sunday, falling in three sets to Russia’s Andrey Rublev in the final of the Serbia Open. The …

Novak Djokovic congratulates Australian Open winners after deportation denied him a shot at being first to 21 major titles
2 years, 10 months ago

Novak Djokovic congratulates Australian Open winners after deportation denied him a shot at being first to 21 major titles

ABC  

Novak Djokovic has congratulated the two Australian Open singles winners, Ash Barty and Rafael Nadal, after being denied the chance to compete for the title. In his first social media posts since leaving Australia, Djokovic also acknowledged Ash Barty, who also made history by becoming the first Australian woman in more than 40 years to win an Australian Open women's …

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