Djokovic committed to 2020 Olympics, worries about Tokyo heat
5 years, 3 months ago

Djokovic committed to 2020 Olympics, worries about Tokyo heat

The Hindu  

World number one Novak Djokovic said Saturday he plans to arrive in Japan early after Wimbledon next year to acclimatise himself to the extreme heat during the Tokyo Olympics. The Serbian star urged tennis authorities to find a way to organise matches to minimise harm from the heat, with many experts warning that Tokyo summer temperatures and high humidity may physically impact players, fans and volunteers. That’s the question.” Tokyo’s notorious summer heat has become a major headache for organisers, who are rushing to devise mitigation measures, including bringing forward the start time for several events and even mulling the use of artificial snow. READ | Japan Open: Novak Djokovic powers through to final Still, many test events over the past summer had to take place under conditions regarded as “dangerous” for exercise, according to the internationally accepted WBGT index that measures heat and humidity.

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Paris 2024: Novak Djokovic scripts history with four Olympic quarterfinals
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris 2024: Novak Djokovic scripts history with four Olympic quarterfinals

India Today  

Novak Djokovic became the first player in the history of tennis to qualify for four quarterfinals in the history of the Olympics. The Roland Garros crowd is very knowledgeable and passionate about tennis, but the Olympic crowd is something different,” Djokovic said after the win. Novak Djokovic ‘serves’ his way to victory In the sweltering heat of Paris, Novak Djokovic …

Novak Djokovic to play at 2024 Paris Olympics: Serbia Olympic Committee
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic to play at 2024 Paris Olympics: Serbia Olympic Committee

Al Jazeera  

If Serbia’s Olympic authority is correct, then Djokovic will join Rafael Nadal as another huge name in Paris. Former tennis world number one Novak Djokovic will play at the Summer Olympics Games in Paris, according to the Olympic Committee of Serbia. “Novak Djokovic and Dusan Lajovic have fulfilled the conditions according to ATP ranking and confirmed their participation at the …

August 7 Tokyo 2020 Olympics news and results
3 years, 5 months ago

August 7 Tokyo 2020 Olympics news and results

CNN  

Heat, humidity and tropical systems have been the nemesis of athletes during these Olympic Games, and the closing weekend will bring more of the same. Organizers tried to help athletes to escape the heat and humidity by shifting venues and event times for the first few weeks, but it will still plague the upcoming marathon. Due to rain in the …

Tokyo 2020: How heat and humidity impacted Olympics
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo 2020: How heat and humidity impacted Olympics

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The tennis …

Damian Warner: Three-time Olympian says Tokyo 2020 is the ‘hottest’ Games’ he’s competed in
3 years, 5 months ago

Damian Warner: Three-time Olympian says Tokyo 2020 is the ‘hottest’ Games’ he’s competed in

CNN  

CNN — Olympic athletes train for years to push their bodies to the extreme at the Summer Games. Andy Wong/AP Team USA’s Nelly Korda, after completing her first round of the women’s golf tournament, said remaining mentally focused was the toughest aspect of playing in such heat and humidity. Makoto Yokohari, a professor of environment and urban planning at the …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic 'not sure' about US Open after pulling out of mixed doubles bronze match
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic 'not sure' about US Open after pulling out of mixed doubles bronze match

Firstpost  

The withdrawal in Tokyo came after the 20-time major champion lost his cool on his way to a surprise 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 defeat against Pablo Carreno Busta in the Olympics singles bronze-medal match. Tokyo: World number one Novak Djokovic said he was “not sure” about his fitness for the US Open after pulling out of the Tokyo Olympics mixed doubles …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic romps into semi-finals; Belinda Bencic reaches women's final
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic romps into semi-finals; Belinda Bencic reaches women's final

Firstpost  

World number one Djokovic, who has already sealed the Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon titles this season, brushed aside Nishikori 6-2, 6-0 in just 70 minutes. Tokyo: Novak Djokovic maintained his Golden Slam bid by thumping Japanese hope Kei Nishikori to reach the men’s Olympic tennis semi-finals, while his chief gold-medal rival Daniil Medvedev was dumped out on Thursday. …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic ‘getting better and better’ after straight sets thrashing of Kei Nishikori to enter semis
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic ‘getting better and better’ after straight sets thrashing of Kei Nishikori to enter semis

Firstpost  

The world number one, chasing a calendar Golden Grand Slam, ended home interest in the tennis with a ruthless 6-2, 6-0 victory in only 70 minutes. Tokyo: Novak Djokovic said he is “getting better and better” after easing into the Tokyo Olympics men’s tennis semi-finals on Thursday with a straight-sets thrashing of Japanese hope Kei Nishikori. “Obviously, there is a …

Tokyo Olympics tennis match timings changed due to heat: ITF
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics tennis match timings changed due to heat: ITF

India TV News  

The International Tennis Federation has said that the tennis fixtures at the Ariake Tennis Park in the Tokyo Olympics will start at 3pm Japan Standard Time from Thursday. "In the interests of player health and welfare and following extensive consultation, the ITF has announced a change of schedule due to the increasing heat and humidity currently being experienced in Tokyo, …

Tokyo Olympics Tennis: Delayed start due to heat, announces ITF after players' requests
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics Tennis: Delayed start due to heat, announces ITF after players' requests

The Hindu  

Tennis matches at the Tokyo Olympics will start from 3 pm local time from Thursday, governing body International Tennis Federation said after requests from players who had struggled in hot and humid conditions. World number two Daniil Medvedev gave a frank assessment of the stifling conditions on Wednesday when the visibly upset Russian told the umpire he could finish his …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Kei Nishikori hopes Japan's gold rush can inspire him to overcome Novak Djokovic
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Kei Nishikori hopes Japan's gold rush can inspire him to overcome Novak Djokovic

Firstpost  

Nishikori, who earned bronze five years ago in Rio, is aiming to wreck Djokovic’s pursuit of a Golden Slam in Tokyo and keep alive his dream of becoming Japan’s first Olympic tennis champion. Tokyo: Japan’s Kei Nishikori will look to draw inspiration from his Olympic gold-medal winning compatriots when he plays world number one Novak Djokovic in the quarter-finals of …

The Tokyo Games Could End Up Being The Hottest Summer Olympics Ever
3 years, 5 months ago

The Tokyo Games Could End Up Being The Hottest Summer Olympics Ever

NPR  

The Tokyo Games Could End Up Being The Hottest Summer Olympics Ever Enlarge this image toggle caption Michael Kappeler/dpa/picture alliance via Getty Images Michael Kappeler/dpa/picture alliance via Getty Images Years before the coronavirus pandemic delayed the Tokyo Games, caused an uproar over public safety and left arenas empty, researchers were sounding the alarm over another concern for the world's top …

Tokyo Olympics Tennis: Djokovic, Medvedev calls for delayed start due to heat
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics Tennis: Djokovic, Medvedev calls for delayed start due to heat

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev - the world's top two men's tennis players - led calls to Tokyo Olympic organisers on Saturday to move matches to the late afternoon for the rest of the competition to save players from the stifling conditions. READ: "I agree with him 100%," Djokovic said after finishing off his first-round match on the Centre Court …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev urge schedule rethink as tennis stars toil in sweltering heat
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev urge schedule rethink as tennis stars toil in sweltering heat

Firstpost  

World number one Djokovic encountered little resistance from Bolivia’s Hugo Dellien in a 6-2, 6-2 first round win, but like many others found the playing conditions particularly demanding. Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev called on organisers to delay the start times of Olympic tennis matches as players laboured in the sweltering Tokyo summer heat on the opening day of the …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic makes fast start to gold bid despite 'brutal' heat
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic makes fast start to gold bid despite 'brutal' heat

Firstpost  

World number one Djokovic, the undisputed favourite for the men’s title in Japan, easily dispatched Bolivia’s Hugo Dellien 6-2, 6-2, avoiding a repeat of his first-round exit five years ago in Rio. “It was challenging but I’m pleased to overcome the first hurdle,” said Djokovic, who was beaten by Juan Martin del Potro at the 2016 Olympics. “Even though I’ve …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Djokovic begins quest for Olympic tennis glory as Pogacar eyes road race gold
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Djokovic begins quest for Olympic tennis glory as Pogacar eyes road race gold

Firstpost  

The opening ceremony took place before empty stands with Tokyo in a state of emergency, a scenario that will become a familiar sight with fans banned from all but a handful of venues. Tokyo: History-chasing Novak Djokovic launches his quest for Olympic tennis glory, while Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar goes for one of 11 gold medals on offer …

Tokyo Olympics: Tokyo Games more relevant than ever, says Murray
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics: Tokyo Games more relevant than ever, says Murray

The Hindu  

Reigning champion and twice tennis gold medallist Andy Murray says an Olympics amid the COVID-19 pandemic is more relevant than ever, and that the Tokyo Games can provide hope for those who have suffered during the last 18 months. The 2020 Tokyo Games, postponed from last year, start in earnest with Friday's Opening Ceremony, and participants are set to compete …

Tokyo Olympics: Athletes to face intense heat apart for COVID risks
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics: Athletes to face intense heat apart for COVID risks

The Hindu  

Mist-spraying stations for Olympic horses and cooling vests for referees are among the tools organisers are rolling out for the Tokyo 2020 Games, where participants will face scorching heat and intense humidity - on top of a worsening pandemic. "There will be cooling stations not just for human beings but also for horses," Tokyo 2020 Games Delivery Officer Hidemasa Nakamura …

Tokyo Olympics is set to be the HOTTEST games on record
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics is set to be the HOTTEST games on record

Daily Mail  

The Tokyo Olympics is set to be the hottest games on record with locals having been warned that it is already too hot to exercise outdoors. The Tokyo Olympics are set to be the hottest games on record, with Beach volleyball players already complaining that the sand was too hot for their bare feet in training Tokyo claimed in its …

Novak Djokovic confirms he will compete at Tokyo Olympics
3 years, 5 months ago

Novak Djokovic confirms he will compete at Tokyo Olympics

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic is going to the Tokyo Olympics, keeping alive his chance for a “Golden Slam.” Djokovic, 34, posted Thursday on Twitter that he had booked his flight and was proud to represent Serbia at the Olympics. After he won Wimbledon on Sunday for his record-tying 20th career Grand Slam title, Djokovic said he didn't know if he was going …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Britain's Dan Evans drops out after positive COVID-19 test
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Britain's Dan Evans drops out after positive COVID-19 test

Firstpost  

Evans had been selected to play in the singles in Tokyo along with reigning Olympic champion Andy Murray and to partner Neal Skupski in the doubles. Dan Evans, the top-ranked British man, said on Wednesday that he has withdrawn from the Olympics after testing positive for Covid-19. A statement from Dan Evans on the Olympics We look forward to seeing …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Empty stadiums, pandemic, scheduling get in the way of tennis players and Olympic dream
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Empty stadiums, pandemic, scheduling get in the way of tennis players and Olympic dream

Firstpost  

Roger Federer, Bianca Andreescu and Johanna Konta became the latest big names in tennis to pull out from competing at the Tokyo Olympics. 🥇🥇#StrongerTogether pic.twitter.com/jrRCmAddiS — The Olympic Games July 13, 2021 Australia’s Nick Kyrgios will not be making his maiden Olympics appearance in Tokyo after picking up an injury at Wimbledon. “I’m extremely proud to be on my first …

Novak Djokovic '50-50' On Whether To Play At Tokyo Olympics
3 years, 5 months ago

Novak Djokovic '50-50' On Whether To Play At Tokyo Olympics

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WIMBLEDON, England — Even with a chance to complete a so-called “Golden Slam,” Novak Djokovic isn’t sure he’ll be playing at the Tokyo Olympics. Novak Djokovic attends a press conference after winning his men's singles final match against Matteo Berrettini at Wimbledon on July 11, in London, England. Pool via Getty Images The top-ranked Djokovic beat Matteo …

Novak Djokovic '50-50' on whether to play at Tokyo Olympics
3 years, 5 months ago

Novak Djokovic '50-50' on whether to play at Tokyo Olympics

India TV News  

Even with a chance to complete a so-called “Golden Slam,” Novak Djokovic isn't sure he'll be playing at the Tokyo Olympics. The top-ranked Djokovic beat Matteo Berrettini in four sets to earn his third straight Grand Slam title after the Australian Open and French Open — and record-equaling 20th in total. If he wins in Tokyo and at the U.S. …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic says he's 'little bit divided' over competing at Games
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic says he's 'little bit divided' over competing at Games

Firstpost  

The Serb had always insisted he would think twice if the COVID-19 protocols in Japan became too strict and if fans were banned. London: Novak Djokovic cooled on his commitment to the Tokyo Olympics on Sunday saying it was “50/50” if he would participate. The World No 1 was speaking after he claimed a record-equalling 20th Grand Slam title and …

Novak Djokovic unsure about going to Tokyo Olympics
3 years, 5 months ago

Novak Djokovic unsure about going to Tokyo Olympics

The Hindu  

Serbia's Novak Djokovic said on Sunday he was "50-50" about competing at the Tokyo Olympics later this month following the organisers' decision to ban fans from attending and the restrictions on the number of people he can take to the Games. Olympic organisers said on Thursday that the Games would take place without spectators in Tokyo as a surge in …

Nick Kyrgios pulls out of Tokyo Olympics citing empty stadiums and injury
3 years, 6 months ago

Nick Kyrgios pulls out of Tokyo Olympics citing empty stadiums and injury

CNN  

CNN — Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has confirmed his withdrawal from the Tokyo Olympics, saying a ban on spectators attending the Games was a factor behind his decision. It never has.” Australia's Nick Kyrgios falls as he returns to France's Ugo Humbert during their men's singles first round match on the third day of the 2021 Wimbledon Championships. Adrian …

Roger Federer to Take Call on Tokyo Olympics Participation After Wimbledon
3 years, 6 months ago

Roger Federer to Take Call on Tokyo Olympics Participation After Wimbledon

News 18  

Roger Federer is still not sure whether he will compete at the Tokyo Olympics, saying Saturday that he and his team plan to “reassess the situation after Wimbledon.” Speaking to reporters in a video conference from the All England Club before the grass-court Grand Slam tournament begins Monday, Federer said that how things go over the coming fortnight will affect …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Olympic preparation going haywire as India's top table tennis players prefer to train individually
3 years, 7 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Olympic preparation going haywire as India's top table tennis players prefer to train individually

Firstpost  

After not getting his Denmark visa for training, Sharath Kamal is looking forward to the national camp in Sonepat but his preparations would be incomplete if he is not able to train with mixed doubles partner Manika Batra. New Delhi: The preparation of the Olympic-bound Indian table tennis contingent seems to be going nowhere with leading players G Sathiyan and …

Novak Djokovic can finally achieve his Olympic dream at Tokyo 2020 after a crushing trio of Games
3 years, 7 months ago

Novak Djokovic can finally achieve his Olympic dream at Tokyo 2020 after a crushing trio of Games

Daily Mail  

Novak Djokovic has Rafael Nadal pinned back, several feet behind the baseline. Djokovic arrived at Wimbledon in good form having won four of the last seven Grand Slams However, the Serb was met by an army of support for home favourite Andy Murray Having lost out in the Wimbledon final to Federer a matter of weeks beforehand, Murray ensured that …

Tokyo Olympics Highlights May 10: IOC President Cancels Japan Trip, Fake Crowd Noises in Athletics Test Event
3 years, 8 months ago

Tokyo Olympics Highlights May 10: IOC President Cancels Japan Trip, Fake Crowd Noises in Athletics Test Event

News 18  

Tokyo Olympics Highlights May 10: Check out all the latest updates and news as Tokyo prepares for the Olympics. Japanese tennis stars Naomi Osaka and Kei Nishikori opined that the Tokyo Olympics organisers must “discuss” whether the Games can be held safety amid Covid-19 pandemic. The athletics test event in Tokyo gives a sneak peek into how the Olympics might …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Full venues at pandemic-hit Games 'very difficult', say organisers
3 years, 8 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Full venues at pandemic-hit Games 'very difficult', say organisers

Firstpost  

Overseas spectators have already been barred from the Games for the first time, and a ruling on Japan-based fans was expected by the end of this month. Tokyo: Full stadiums will be “very difficult” at the Tokyo Olympics, the head of the Games warned on Wednesday, as organisers pushed back a decision on how many domestic fans can attend until …

Tokyo Olympics: Many rules, no partying, no hanging around
4 years, 1 month ago

Tokyo Olympics: Many rules, no partying, no hanging around

Live Mint  

Athletes at the Tokyo Olympics won't have the luxury of hanging around once they've wrapped up their event. “Staying longer in the village increases the potential for problems,” John Coates, the IOC member in charge of overseeing Tokyo preparations, said Wednesday at a briefing for the Olympics and Paralympics. Coates said the opening ceremony would be restricted to only athletes …

Tokyo Olympics 2020 getting postponed until 2021 may be a blessing for tennis calendar ravaged by coronavirus
4 years, 9 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020 getting postponed until 2021 may be a blessing for tennis calendar ravaged by coronavirus

Firstpost  

Tennis has also been impacted by the flu-like disease that has killed more than 17,200 people worldwide since emerging in China late last year. The Tokyo Games, originally scheduled for 24 July - 9 August, were postponed to 2021 on Tuesday as the world’s biggest sporting spectacle became the latest to fall prey to the coronavirus crisis. Switzerland’s Stan Wawrinka, …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Marathon courses finalised after extended delay, set to consist of three loops in Sapporo
5 years ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Marathon courses finalised after extended delay, set to consist of three loops in Sapporo

Firstpost  

The International Olympic Committee unilaterally moved the marathons and race walks out of Tokyo because of the summer heat, which angered Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike Tokyo: The marathon courses are set for the Tokyo Olympics. The races were moved out of Tokyo over a month ago to the northern city of Sapporo to avoid the capital’s summer heat. The International …

Tokyo unveils heat-busting stadium, 7 months before Olympics
5 years ago

Tokyo unveils heat-busting stadium, 7 months before Olympics

Live Mint  

Tokyo: Tokyo formally unveiled its 60,000-seater main Olympic Stadium Sunday, more than seven months before the 2020 Opening Ceremony -- with a host of special features to beat the feared heat. Built on the site of the former national stadium used for the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, it has five floors above ground and two below, with greenery planted on the …

New Tokyo stadium launched ahead of 2020 Olympics
5 years, 1 month ago

New Tokyo stadium launched ahead of 2020 Olympics

The Hindu  

Construction of the $1.4 billion main Tokyo Olympic venue has officially completed, constructors said on Saturday, and is set to fight excessive heat with a nature-inspired design. READ| Tokyo 2020 unveils 15,000-seat Olympic aquatics centre The use of layered wooden canopies is also a reference to the 1,300-year-old five-story pagoda at Horyuji temple in western Nara prefecture, the oldest wooden …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Hot conditions likely to move marathon and walk events outside Japanese capital to Sapporo
5 years, 2 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Hot conditions likely to move marathon and walk events outside Japanese capital to Sapporo

Firstpost  

The initiative will need the backing of all of the major stakeholders, notably the host city Tokyo, the national Olympic committees and the relevant broadcasters. Lausanne: The marathon and race walks at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics could be moved from the Japanese capital to Sapporo where temperatures will be “significantly lower”, the International Olympic Committee said on Wednesday. Ruth Chepngetich …

2020 Tokyo Olympics: IOC ponders moving Marathon, race walks to Sapporo to avoid excess heat for participants
5 years, 2 months ago

2020 Tokyo Olympics: IOC ponders moving Marathon, race walks to Sapporo to avoid excess heat for participants

Firstpost  

When Tokyo last hosted the Olympics in 1964, the marathon — won by the great Ethiopian Abebe Bikila — was run at 1:00 pm but that was in the month of October, not August as will be the case next year Lausanne: The marathon and race walks at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics could be moved to Sapporo where temperatures will …

IOC: Tokyo Olympics marathon and race walks moved to Sapporo
5 years, 2 months ago

IOC: Tokyo Olympics marathon and race walks moved to Sapporo

The Hindu  

The marathon and race walks at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics could be moved to Sapporo where temperatures will be “significantly lower”, the International Olympic Committee said on Wednesday. READ| IOC wants to know if Olympics affected by Salazar doping “The new far-reaching proposals to move the marathon and race walking events show how seriously we take such concerns. “We have …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic committed to Games, urges ITF to find ways to deal with sweltering heat
5 years, 3 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Novak Djokovic committed to Games, urges ITF to find ways to deal with sweltering heat

Firstpost  

World number one Novak Djokovic said on Saturday he plans to arrive in Japan early after Wimbledon next year to acclimatise himself to the extreme heat during the Tokyo Olympics. Tokyo: World number one Novak Djokovic said on Saturday he plans to arrive in Japan early after Wimbledon next year to acclimatise himself to the extreme heat during the Tokyo …

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