Who is Pierre-Hugues Herbert? Novak Djokovic faces wildcard in French Open first round
7 months, 1 week ago

Who is Pierre-Hugues Herbert? Novak Djokovic faces wildcard in French Open first round

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. Read our privacy policy Novak Djokovic opens his French Open campaign against home wild card Pierre Hugues Herbert on Tuesday. Djokovic, 37, says he therefore has “low expectations and high hopes” as he targets a 25th Grand Slam ahead of a busy summer which also includes Wimbledon and the Olympics in Paris. open image in gallery Novak Djokovic is a three-time winner at the French Open open image in gallery Pierre-Hugues Herbert is his first round opponent this year In singles, the 33-year-old has achieved a career-best ranking of 36, though has not won an ATP Tour title, losing in four finals. The last of those came three years ago in Marseille, while he has also never reached the second week of a Grand Slam, losing in the third round twice at Roland Garros.

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Djokovic eases into Brisbane International quarterfinals with 20th career win over Monfils
1 week, 1 day ago

Djokovic eases into Brisbane International quarterfinals with 20th career win over Monfils

The Hindu  

Top seed Novak Djokovic reached the quarterfinals at Brisbane International, an ATP 250 event, with his 20th career win over Gael Monfils on Thursday. Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam winner, defeated Monfils 6-3, 6-3 to keep his preparation for the Australian Open on track. Makes it 20-0 🙌@DjokerNole defeats Monfils, continuing his perfect record against the Frenchman!#BrisbaneTennispic.twitter.com/9h3mkC3Yml — Tennis TV …

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 …

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 …

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: …

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 …

US Open 2024: Nobody unbeatable anymore, says Frances Tiafoe ahead of semifinal against Taylor Fritz
4 months ago

US Open 2024: Nobody unbeatable anymore, says Frances Tiafoe ahead of semifinal against Taylor Fritz

The Hindu  

Frances Tiafoe heads into Friday’s all-American US Open 2024 semifinal against Taylor Fritz insisting that nobody is unbeatable anymore. This year’s US Open has seen 24-time Slam winner and four-time New York champion Novak Djokovic suffer his earliest exit in 18 years. Tiafoe also reached the last four in 2022 while Fritz booked a place in his first Grand Slam …

US Open 2024: Djokovic kicks off Grand Slam record bid with Albot thrashing
4 months, 2 weeks ago

US Open 2024: Djokovic kicks off Grand Slam record bid with Albot thrashing

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic’s bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title kicked off on Monday with a 6-2, 6-2, 6-4 win over qualifier Radu Albot in the U.S. Open first round as the defending champion returned to the court after his Olympic triumph. Three weeks after winning the singles title at the Paris Olympics, Djokovic lacked his golden touch in the …

US Open: Novak Djokovic starts his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title with a straight-set win
4 months, 2 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 …

US Open day one: Novak Djokovic begins bid for 25th grand slam title
4 months, 2 weeks ago

US Open day one: Novak Djokovic begins bid for 25th grand slam title

The Independent  

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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 …

Novak Djokovic to battle it out against young guns Alcaraz and Sinner: Top contenders for 2024 US Open men's title
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic to battle it out against young guns Alcaraz and Sinner: Top contenders for 2024 US Open men's title

Hindustan Times  

As the 2024 US Open approaches, the men’s singles competition is packed with top contenders, each with a strong case for why they could be the last man standing at Flushing Meadows. Despite limited play on hard courts this year, Novak Djokovic remains a formidable contender for the US Open title. Although Djokovic hasn’t played a hard-court match since Indian …

Next Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz duel date revealed, and it will be before US Open 2024
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Next Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz duel date revealed, and it will be before US Open 2024

Hindustan Times  

A few weeks ago, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz clashed in a high-stakes battle for the gold medal at the Paris Olympics, where Djokovic emerged victorious. Paris: Novak Djokovic of Serbia shakes hands with Carlos Alcaraz of Spain after the Men Singles gold medal match of the Tennis competitions in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games On August 21, during the …

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz will play for the men’s singles gold at the 2024 Olympics
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz will play for the men’s singles gold at the 2024 Olympics

Associated Press  

PARIS — When Novak Djokovic’s first berth in an Olympics tennis final was secured, when he was assured of a chance to win the gold medal that’s missing from his lengthy list of accomplishments, he fell back on the clay, limbs spread apart — the sort of pose generally reserved for securing a championship. “The way he’s playing, he’s definitely …

Novak Djokovic breaks singles record in Paris, edges closer to 1st Olympic gold; Rafael Nadal-Carlos Alcaraz eye semis
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic breaks singles record in Paris, edges closer to 1st Olympic gold; Rafael Nadal-Carlos Alcaraz eye semis

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic remained comfortably on course for a first Olympic gold medal to add to his record-breaking collection of titles on Wednesday as fellow superstars Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz aimed for a place in the doubles semi-finals. Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates after winning his match against Dominik Koepfer of Germany Djokovic, who has won three of his 24 …

Paris Olympics 2024: Nadal sets up epic second-round showdown with Djokovic after beating Fucsovics
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Nadal sets up epic second-round showdown with Djokovic after beating Fucsovics

Firstpost  

Nadal, who has won 14 of his 22 Grand Slam titles on the clay at Roland Garros, defeated 83rd-ranked Marton Fucsovics 6-1, 4-6, 6-4 in the first round. Reuters Paris: Rafael Nadal set up an Olympic Games blockbuster against Novak Djokovic on Sunday, shrugging off lingering injury concerns as fellow Grand Slam warrior Andy Murray prepared for what could be …

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 …

Carlos Alcaraz Beats Novak Djokovic Again To Successfully Defend His Wimbledon Title
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz Beats Novak Djokovic Again To Successfully Defend His Wimbledon Title

News 18  

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 in the Wimbledon men’s final Sunday to collect his fourth Grand Slam title at age 21. A familiar feeling Carlos Alcaraz lifts the #Wimbledon Gentlemen’s Singles Trophy for the second time pic.twitter.com/O73owrPkk6 — Wimbledon July 14, 2024 This one — played in front of a Centre Court crowd that included Kate, the …

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz meet in a Wimbledon men's final rematch
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz meet in a Wimbledon men's final rematch

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, 4 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 …

Djokovic ready for Wimbledon fireworks as Putintseva eyes another scalp
6 months ago

Djokovic ready for Wimbledon fireworks as Putintseva eyes another scalp

Deccan Chronicle  

London: Seven-time champion Novak Djokovic has his sights set on reaching a seventh successive Wimbledon quarter-final on Monday. Diminutive giant-killer Yulia Putintseva will target another upset against former French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko, while lucky loser Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard aims to make more Wimbledon history. AFP Sport looks at three fourth-round matches to watch on the eighth day of action …

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 …

Carlos Alcaraz beats Alexander Zverev to win his 1st French Open tittle
7 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz beats Alexander Zverev to win his 1st French Open tittle

Live Mint  

Carlos Alcaraz came back to defeat Alexander Zverev 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 on Sunday and win the French Open for his third Grand Slam title. Alcaraz is a 21-year-old from Spain who grew up watching countryman Rafael Nadal win trophy after trophy at Roland Garros — a record 14 in all — and now has eclipsed Nadal as the …

Carlos Alcaraz reaches first French Open final with five-set win over Jannik Sinner
7 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz reaches first French Open final with five-set win over Jannik Sinner

New Indian Express  

PARIS: Carlos Alcaraz reached his first French Open final by beating Jannik Sinner 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 on Friday, making the 21-year-old from Spain the youngest man to reach a Grand Slam title match on three surfaces. Alcaraz won the U.S. Open in 2022 on hard courts, Wimbledon in 2023 on grass and now will play for the championship …

On this day in 2016: Novak Djokovic beats Andy Murray to win first French Open
7 months ago

On this day in 2016: Novak Djokovic beats Andy Murray to win first French Open

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic loses his world No 1 status after withdrawing from French Open due to knee injury... with Jannik Sinner making history in his place after reaching semi-finals
7 months ago

Novak Djokovic loses his world No 1 status after withdrawing from French Open due to knee injury... with Jannik Sinner making history in his place after reaching semi-finals

Daily Mail  

Novak Djokovic has lost his world No 1 ranking after withdrawing from the French Open with a torn meniscus in his right knee. Sinner became world number one without knowing it as he reached the semi-finals of the French Open for the first time. Novak Djokovic has lost his world No 1 ranking after withdrawing from the French Open The …

Novak Djokovic pulls out of French Open 2024 with knee injury, Sinner set to become new world number one
7 months ago

Novak Djokovic pulls out of French Open 2024 with knee injury, Sinner set to become new world number one

The Hindu  

Defending champion Novak Djokovic pulled out of the French Open 2024 ahead of his quarterfinal due to a knee injury sustained in his marathon fourth-round win over Francisco Cerundolo, organisers said on Tuesday. The withdrawal ended the Serb’s quest for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam trophy and will result in him losing the world number one ranking to Italian Jannik …

Novak Djokovic pulls out of French Open 2024 due to knee injury, Jannik Sinner crowned new World No.1
7 months ago

Novak Djokovic pulls out of French Open 2024 due to knee injury, Jannik Sinner crowned new World No.1

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic has been ruled out of the French Open 2024 ahead of the quarterfinals against Casper Ruud due to a knee injury. After Djokovic withdrew from Roland Garros, he also had to relinquish his top spot in the ATP rankings as Jannik Sinner was automatically crowned as the new world number 1. Novak Djokovic ruled out of the French …

Novak Djokovic withdraws from the French Open with a knee injury and will lose the No. 1 ranking
7 months ago

Novak Djokovic withdraws from the French Open with a knee injury and will lose the No. 1 ranking

Associated Press  

PARIS — Novak Djokovic pulled out of the the French Open with an injured knee on Tuesday, an abrupt end to his title defense and to his current stay at No. Seeing Djokovic pull out the win against Cerundolo, Gauff said, made her think “that he would win the title.” Djokovic’s knee had been bothering him for a couple of …

French Open wrap: Djokovic, De Minaur and Zverev move into quarter-finals
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open wrap: Djokovic, De Minaur and Zverev move into quarter-finals

The Independent  

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French Open: Novak Djokovic survives fourth round scare to set up quarterfinal clash with Casper Ruud
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open: Novak Djokovic survives fourth round scare to set up quarterfinal clash with Casper Ruud

India TV News  

Defending champion Novak Djokovic survived a fourth-round elimination scare on Monday, June 3 to beat Argentina's Francisco Cerundolo in a five-set thriller 6-1, 5-7, 3-6, 7-5, 6-3 in the ongoing French Open. He pipped Lorenzo Musetti of Italy in the third round 7-5, 6-7, 2-6, 6-3, 6-0 and showcased exemplary resilience in the fourth round as well. The win was …

Novak Djokovic limps through longest French Open match of career
7 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic limps through longest French Open match of career

The Independent  

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French Open: Novak Djokovic beats Francisco Cerundolo to reach quarterfinal; de Minaur sends Medvedev packing
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open: Novak Djokovic beats Francisco Cerundolo to reach quarterfinal; de Minaur sends Medvedev packing

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic pulled off another astonishing escape as he beat Argentine 23rd seed Francisco Cerundolo in a five-set thriller to reach a 15th consecutive French Open quarterfinal on Monday, June 3, 2024. Medvedev’s best performance in the French Open remains a quarterfinal run in 2021, while he has also lost in the first round in five of his eight appearances. …

Novak Djokovic wins his record 370th Slam match but isn’t sure he can continue at the French Open
7 months, 1 week 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 battles past Lorenzo Musetti in 3am finish at French Open
7 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic battles past Lorenzo Musetti in 3am finish at French Open

The Independent  

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French Open 2024: Djokovic dismantles Carballes Baena to reach third round
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open 2024: Djokovic dismantles Carballes Baena to reach third round

The Hindu  

Defending champion Novak Djokovic was very briefly made to work hard by unseeded Spaniard Roberto Carballes Baena before sealing a routine 6-4 6-1 6-2 victory and motoring into the French Open third round on Thursday. “There’s always conviction and belief inside of me that I can win a Grand Slam,” Djokovic said. “I still of course sense that I have …

French Open 2024: Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic soar, Roland Garros bans alcohol in stands
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open 2024: Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic soar, Roland Garros bans alcohol in stands

Hindustan Times  

Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic powered into the third round of the French Open on Thursday as tournament organisers cracked down on unruly fans by announcing an alcohol ban in the stands while also dealing with headaches caused by wet weather. Playing under the roof on Philippe Chatrier even as Roland Garros authorities were scratching their heads over what to …

Djokovic untroubled at French Open as fans hit by alcohol ban
7 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic untroubled at French Open as fans hit by alcohol ban

China Daily  

Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 30, 2024 Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates winning his second round match against Spain's Roberto Carballes at the French Open in Roland Garros, Paris, France May 30, 2024. PARIS, May 30 - Novak Djokovic reached the French Open last 32 for the 19th successive year on Thursday as Roland Garros …

French Open: Djokovic up and running at Roland Garros with victory over Herbert
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open: Djokovic up and running at Roland Garros with victory over Herbert

The Hindu  

Defending champion Novak Djokovic shrugged off doubts about the state of his game with a confident 6-4 7-6 6-4 defeat of Pierre-Hugues Herbert in the French Open first round on Tuesday. The top seed had to wait until the night match on the third day of the tournament to begin his quest for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title but …

Roland Garros: Novak Djokovic beats Pierre-Hugues Herbert, sails into second round of French Open 2024
7 months, 1 week ago

Roland Garros: Novak Djokovic beats Pierre-Hugues Herbert, sails into second round of French Open 2024

India TV News  

The three-time French Open men's singles champion Novak Djokovic has sailed into the second round of the ongoing French Open 2024 tournament after a straight three-set win 6-4, 7-6, 6-4 over local favourite Pierre-Hugues Herbert. He was tested to the limits in the second set due to the heavy kick serve of the Frenchman but took a 3-0 lead early …

The last lap: On the French Open
7 months, 1 week ago

The last lap: On the French Open

The Hindu  

For a good part of the last two decades, everything at the French Open seemed like a prelude to one man’s crowning moment on the concluding Sunday of the tournament. The year 2024, however, has turned out differently for Rafael Nadal, who had clinched the singles title on 14 of his 18 prior visits, as he made an emotional first-round …

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, …

French Open 2024: Two-time finalist Casper Ruud makes winning start in quest for title
7 months, 1 week ago

French Open 2024: Two-time finalist Casper Ruud makes winning start in quest for title

The Hindu  

Two-time French Open finalist Casper Ruud eased past Brazilian qualifier Felipe Alves in straight sets on May 28 as he launched a renewed bid for a maiden title in Paris. Sabalenka powers into French Open second round World number two Aryna Sabalenka over-powered Russian teenager Erika Andreeva in straight sets to reach the French Open second round. Sabalenka has made …

Novak Djokovic Looks to Overcome 'Bumps in Road' at French Open
7 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic Looks to Overcome 'Bumps in Road' at French Open

News 18  

Novak Djokovic begins the defence of his French Open title on Tuesday, confident his Grand Slam pedigree will help overcome his lacklustre season. The world number one, seeking a fourth Roland Garros title and record-extending 25th major, is enduring his worst run since 2018. Elsewhere on Tuesday, two-time Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka gets her bid to reach a first …

French Open 2024: Naomi Osaka off to winning start at Nadal-dominated championship
7 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Naomi Osaka off to winning start at Nadal-dominated championship

The Hindu  

Naomi Osaka swept to her first victory at the French Open in three years on May 26, setting up a potential showdown with world number one Iga Swiatek, as Roland Garros prepared to bid a possible farewell to Rafael Nadal. Osaka, a four-time major winner who has yet to get past the third round in Paris, needed three sets to …

Two-time Runner-up Casper Ruud Dreams of French Open Title
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Two-time Runner-up Casper Ruud Dreams of French Open Title

News 18  

Casper Ruud said he would love to think 2024 is finally his year at the French Open, but added that Novak Djokovic remained his favourite to win the tournament, which starts on Sunday. Twice a runner-up in Paris, Ruud heads to Roland-Garros on a high after winning the Geneva Open title for a third time — but said Djokovic, the …

French Open 2024: Djokovic worried about title defence
7 months, 2 weeks ago

French Open 2024: Djokovic worried about title defence

The Hindu  

World number one Novak Djokovic said he does not consider himself a favourite ahead of his title defence at the French Open, which begins with a first-round match against local hope Pierre-Hugues Herbert on Sunday. Djokovic’s barren run ahead of Roland Garros continued as the 24-time Grand Slam winner was beaten 6-4, 0-6, 6-1 by Tomas Machac in the Geneva …

‘I am worried’: Novak Djokovic heads to the French Open with no titles in 2024
7 months, 2 weeks ago

‘I am worried’: Novak Djokovic heads to the French Open with no titles in 2024

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic will defend his French Open title in Paris without a trophy this season, after losing in the Geneva Open semifinals on May 24. The 44th-ranked Tomas Machac beat Djokovic 6-4, 0-6, 6-1 in the last clay-court event to prepare for Roland Garros, where main draw play starts on Sunday. "I’m going to take it match by match and …

Novak Djokovic loses Geneva semifinal, goes to French Open with no titles in 2024
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic loses Geneva semifinal, goes to French Open with no titles in 2024

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic will defend his French Open title in Paris still without a trophy this season after losing in the Geneva Open semifinals on Friday. Novak Djokovic, of Serbia, reacts after losing a point as he plays Tomas Machac, of the Czech Republic, during their semi-final match, at the ATP 250 Geneva Open tennis tournament in Geneva, Switzerland, Friday, May …

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