Kyrgios’ return to Grand Slam tennis in doubt ahead of the Australian Open
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Kyrgios’ return to Grand Slam tennis in doubt ahead of the Australian Open

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios’ planned return to Grand Slam tennis at the Australian Open is in doubt after he sustained an abdominal injury and was forced to withdraw from an exhibition with Novak Djokovic this week. The 2022 Wimbledon finalist, sidelined with wrist and knee injuries since the 2022 U.S. Open, said in an Instagram post-Wednesday that an ultrasound scan had revealed an abdominal strain and “unfortunately won’t be able to play my good friend this Thursday.” He said he’d be resting and doing everything possible to be ready for the Australian Open, which starts Sunday at Melbourne Park. Djokovic and Kyrgios won their opening doubles match, a crowd-pleasing, fist-pumping affair by both players at Pat Rafter Arena before a 6-2, 3-6, 10-8 loss to Nikola Mektic of Croatia and New Zealander Michael Venus. Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley remained confident Kyrgios would play at the year's first major.

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Coach Murray ready for any Djokovic outbursts at Australian Open
6 hours, 28 minutes ago

Coach Murray ready for any Djokovic outbursts at Australian Open

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic’s former rival-turned-coach Andy Murray does not want the Serbian to suppress his emotions on the court and is even willing to be the target of any angry outbursts as long as the 24-time major winner gives his all at the Australian Open. “I would think that I’d be one of the people that would maybe hopefully understand that …

Sinner, Djokovic in opposite halves at the Australian Open, Sabalenka vs Stephens in 1st round
13 hours, 24 minutes ago

Sinner, Djokovic in opposite halves at the Australian Open, Sabalenka vs Stephens in 1st round

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Defending champion Jannik Sinner and 10-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic have landed in opposite sides of the draw for the season’s first major, ruling out a replay of last year’s semifinal match. Sinner upset Djokovic in the semifinals here last year before coming back to beat Daniil Medvedev in the final 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3 …

Australian Open draw explained: Djokovic, Alcaraz on quarterfinal collision course
18 hours, 2 minutes ago

Australian Open draw explained: Djokovic, Alcaraz on quarterfinal collision course

India Today  

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz have been grouped in the same quarter of the men's singles draw of the Australian Open, the season's first Grand Slam tournament, starting January 14. Alcaraz, who is yet to win the Australian Open crown, will start his campaign against Alexander Shevchenko while Djokovic, bidding to reclaim his dominance in Melbourne, will take on 19-year-old …

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic makes another push for the summit in Melbourne
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1 day, 13 hours ago

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic makes another push for the summit in Melbourne

The Hindu  

The blazing fire of the golden era of men’s tennis has been reduced to dying embers without Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal but Novak Djokovic can send one last flame shooting into the Melbourne sky at this year’s Australian Open. “These are kind of the matches and challenges that I still strive for, to be in a position to play …

Kyrgios suffers abdominal strain, casting doubt on Australian Open return
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1 day, 14 hours ago

Kyrgios suffers abdominal strain, casting doubt on Australian Open return

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios has withdrawn from an exhibition event with Novak Djokovic scheduled for Thursday due to an abdominal strain, casting more doubt on the former Wimbledon finalist’s chances of making his Australian Open comeback this month. Kyrgios, who has battled a succession of injuries since losing to Djokovic in the 2022 Wimbledon final, said on Wednesday he had pulled out …

Nick Kyrgios’ return to Grand Slam tennis hits an injury setback ahead of the Australian Open
1 day, 15 hours ago

Nick Kyrgios’ return to Grand Slam tennis hits an injury setback ahead of the Australian Open

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Nick Kyrgios faces another injury setback in his planned return to Grand Slam tennis at the Australian Open after an abdominal strain forced him to withdraw from an exhibition with Novak Djokovic this week. The 2022 Wimbledon finalist, sidelined with wrist and knee injuries since the 2022 U.S. Open, said in an Instagram post Wednesday that an …

Injured Kyrgios pulls out of Djokovic exhibition, Australian Open return in doubt
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1 day, 18 hours ago

Injured Kyrgios pulls out of Djokovic exhibition, Australian Open return in doubt

India Today  

Nick Kyrgios has withdrawn from Thursday's exhibition event with Novak Djokovic due to an abdominal strain, further casting doubt on his chances of making an Australian Open comeback this month. Kyrgios has played just one ATP Tour match in the past two years, with a persistent wrist injury casting serious doubt on his career. "I think I almost need a …

Kyrgios, struggling with fitness, included in Australia’s Davis Cup squad
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2 days, 13 hours ago

Kyrgios, struggling with fitness, included in Australia’s Davis Cup squad

The Hindu  

Former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios has been unexpectedly included in Australia’s team for its Davis Cup clash against Sweden at the end of the month. The 29-year-old was selected by captain Lleyton Hewitt alongside world number eight Alex de Minaur, Jordan Thompson and Thanasi Kokkinakis in the Australian line-up for the clash in Stockholm on January 31 and February 1. …

Nick Kyrgios named in Australia's Davis Cup squad in surprise call-up
2 days, 18 hours ago

Nick Kyrgios named in Australia's Davis Cup squad in surprise call-up

India Today  

Star Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios has received an unexpected call-up for Australia's Davis Cup clash against Sweden. Kyrgios spoke about his injury issues ahead of the Australian Open and said that he needs a miracle to have his wrist in full fitness for the first Grand Slam of the year. Kyrgios' inclusion in the Davis Cup squad could see …

Novak Djokovic still ‘traumatised’ by Australian Open deportation controversy: ‘Are they going to detain me again…’
3 days, 7 hours ago

Novak Djokovic still ‘traumatised’ by Australian Open deportation controversy: ‘Are they going to detain me again…’

Hindustan Times  

On January 9, the Australian Open men’s and women’s singles draw will be revealed, and all eyes will once again be on Novak Djokovic, who courted controversy in the country during the Covid-19 pandemic. Three years ago, he was detained when he arrived in Melbourne for the Grand Slam event, as he didn’t meet the requirements for vaccination to enter …

Djokovic and Kyrgios lose in doubles to top-seeded team at the Brisbane International
1 week, 1 day ago

Djokovic and Kyrgios lose in doubles to top-seeded team at the Brisbane International

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — The new doubles team of Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios are out of the Brisbane International in the second round. The pair, granted a wild-card entry by tournament organizers, lost 6-2, 3-6, 10-8 Wednesday to the top-seeded team of Nikola Mektic of Croatia and New Zealander Michael Venus. A Djokovic double-fault with the duo leading 8-6 in …

Novak Djokovic provides update on coach Andy Murray ahead of Australian Open
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1 week, 2 days ago

Novak Djokovic provides update on coach Andy Murray ahead of Australian Open

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Nick Kyrgios proves his match fitness despite loss at Brisbane International 2025
1 week, 2 days ago

Nick Kyrgios proves his match fitness despite loss at Brisbane International 2025

The Hindu  

If Nick Kyrgios was attempting to prove his match fitness after 18 months off the tour due to wrist and knee injuries, he did a good job on Tuesday, albeit in a losing cause at the Brisbane International. Victory in Brisbane in the final on Sunday would be Djokovic’s 100th ATP tournament win before the 10-time Australian Open champion seeks …

Nick Kyrgios proves his match fitness in a losing cause despite not having played for 18 months
1 week, 2 days ago

Nick Kyrgios proves his match fitness in a losing cause despite not having played for 18 months

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — If Nick Kyrgios was attempting to prove his match fitness after 18 months off the tour due to wrist and knee injuries, he did a good job on Tuesday, albeit in a losing cause at the Brisbane International. Victory in Brisbane in the final on Sunday would be Djokovic’s 100th ATP tournament win before the 10-time Australian …

‘Awesome’ Nick Kyrgios’ trickshot leaves Novak Djokovic speechless, celebrate doubles win with chest bump in Brisbane
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1 week, 3 days ago

‘Awesome’ Nick Kyrgios’ trickshot leaves Novak Djokovic speechless, celebrate doubles win with chest bump in Brisbane

Hindustan Times  

From being rivals on the court to forming a strong doubles pair, Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios showed some stunning shots in their 6-4 6-7 10-8 victory against Austria-German pair Alexander Erler and Andreas Mies. Novak Djokovic of Serbia and doubles partner Nick Kyrgios of Australia celebrate winning their men's doubles match. The match saw Kyrgios make his return after …

Djokovic and Kyrgios win doubles opener at Brisbane International 2025
1 week, 3 days ago

Djokovic and Kyrgios win doubles opener at Brisbane International 2025

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios made a triumphant return to professional tennis as the Australian, partnering 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic, beat Andreas Mies and Alexander Erler in the opening round of men’s doubles at Brisbane International on Monday. The wildcard Australian-Serbian pair of Kyrgios and Djokovic won 6-4, 6-7, in an hour and 48 minutes at the Pat Rafter Arena. A …

Watch: Kyrgios, Djokovic hog limelight with chest-bump celebration in Brisbane
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1 week, 3 days ago

Watch: Kyrgios, Djokovic hog limelight with chest-bump celebration in Brisbane

India Today  

Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic pulled off the chest-bump celebration after winning their doubles match on Monday, December 30 in the Brisbane International. Watch the video here Djokovic & Kyrgios d. Erler & Mies 6-4 6-7 10-8 Not an easy one at all. pic.twitter.com/YHh3bcNQTt — The Tennis Letter December 30, 2024 On partnering Kyrgios, Djokovic said, "I want to thank …

Brisbane International: Djokovic, Kyrgios relishing partnership in doubles
1 week, 5 days ago

Brisbane International: Djokovic, Kyrgios relishing partnership in doubles

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic said teaming up with Nick Kyrgios in the Brisbane International was going to be a fun experience as the 24-time Grand Slam winner arrived in the city on Saturday ahead of the Australian Open tune-up tournament. “It’s going to be fun,” said Djokovic, who is using the tournament to gear up for a tilt at a record-extending 11th …

Nick Kyrgios to play first tournament in 18 months at Brisbane International
1 week, 5 days ago

Nick Kyrgios to play first tournament in 18 months at Brisbane International

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios returns to tournament tennis at the Brisbane International when he takes on 21-year-old Giovanni Perricard of France. The 29-year-old Kyrgios has been mostly sidelined with career-threatening wrist and knee injuries since the 2022 U.S. Open quarterfinals. Kyrgios, who won the Brisbane International in 2018, will partner Novak Djokovic in doubles in Brisbane. 1-seeded player at the Brisbane International …

Inspired Tsitsipas looking to ‘refresh, regroup’ in Australia
1 week, 6 days ago

Inspired Tsitsipas looking to ‘refresh, regroup’ in Australia

The Hindu  

Stefanos Tsitsipas said on Friday he will start with a blank mental slate at the season-opening United Cup teams event this week as the two-time Grand Slam finalist renews his quest for an elusive maiden major title. The Greek star made the French Open decider in 2021 and was a losing finalist to Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open in …

Nick Kyrgios uses ‘Federer-Nadal-Djokovic’ example to lash out at Mahut’s ‘Sinner will win that with 6-3’s’ statement
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Nick Kyrgios uses ‘Federer-Nadal-Djokovic’ example to lash out at Mahut’s ‘Sinner will win that with 6-3’s’ statement

Hindustan Times  

Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has been involved in multiple controversies throughout his career, and now the latest one involved Nicolas Mahut. The Frenchman remarked that Kyrgios’ Grand Slam title aspirations are not ‘realistic’ due to him making a comeback after almost two years on the sidelines, during which he featured in only one competitive fixture. Kyrgios is set to …

Nick Kyrgios announces Novak Djokovic as doubles partner for Brisbane International
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Nick Kyrgios announces Novak Djokovic as doubles partner for Brisbane International

ABC  

Nick Kyrgios will team up with Novak Djokovic at the Brisbane International after crediting the former world number one for motivating his return from serious injury. Nick Kyrgios announces doubles with Novak Djokovic in Brisbane. "You've got to promise me something … recover quick, come back to the tour before I retire and we've got to play doubles," Djokovic said …

Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic to form unlikely doubles partnership before Australian Open
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic to form unlikely doubles partnership before Australian Open

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Kyrgios, Djokovic could play doubles together at Brisbane International 2025
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Kyrgios, Djokovic could play doubles together at Brisbane International 2025

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic will play men’s doubles together at Brisbane International next year. Kyrgios, who will make a return to competitive tennis after playing only one ATP Tour match in more than two years, wrote on social media: “Doubles at Brisbane. Kyrgios was a late withdrawal from the Australian Open in 2023 due to a knee injury that …

Novak Djokovic to pair for doubles with Nick Kyrgios at Brisbane International
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Novak Djokovic to pair for doubles with Nick Kyrgios at Brisbane International

India Today  

Nick Kyrgios has hinted at a potential doubles partnership with Novak Djokovic at the Brisbane International next year. Kyrgios' Insta story ðŸ”ô Nick Kyrgios announces he will play doubles with Novak Djokovic in Brisbane! Djokovic's experience in Doubles While Novak Djokovic is not widely known for his double's participation, the 24-time Grand Slam champion sees this as an opportunity to …

Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis: ‘Special Ks’ set to reunite for doubles at the Australian Open
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis: ‘Special Ks’ set to reunite for doubles at the Australian Open

CNN  

CNN — Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis will reunite to play doubles at the 2025 Australian Open, three years after they lifted the title together. Nicknamed the ‘Special Ks,’ Kyrgios and Kokkinakis defeated fellow Australians Max Purcell and Matt Ebden in the final in 2022, the culmination of a thrilling two weeks during which the doubles pair were one of …

Nick Kyrgios set for grand slam return as Australian Open place confirmed
1 month ago

Nick Kyrgios set for grand slam return as Australian Open place confirmed

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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 …

Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic’s magnificent seven grand slam finals
1 month, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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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, 2 weeks 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 …

Nick Kyrgios set to make long-awaited return to tennis as comeback date revealed
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nick Kyrgios set to make long-awaited return to tennis as comeback date revealed

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Nick Kyrgios announces return to tennis at Brisbane International after two-year absence
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nick Kyrgios announces return to tennis at Brisbane International after two-year absence

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios says he will make a return to competitive tennis at the Brisbane International beginning December 29 after playing only one ATP Tour match in more than two years. READ | Frances Tiafoe fined $120,000 for cursing at chair umpire at Shanghai Masters, avoids suspension Also stating his intentions to play in the 2025 Australian Open in Melbourne, Kyrgios …

Nick Kyrgios set to return to tennis in Brisbane next month with plans for 2025 Australian Open
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nick Kyrgios set to return to tennis in Brisbane next month with plans for 2025 Australian Open

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — Nick Kyrgios says he will make a return to competitive tennis at the Brisbane International beginning Dec. 29 after playing only one ATP Tour match in more than two years. Also stating his intentions to play in the 2025 Australian Open in Melbourne, Kyrgios said he’s planning to compete in the World Tennis League exhibition event in …

Nick Kyrgios announces tennis return at Brisbane International ahead of Australian Open
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nick Kyrgios announces tennis return at Brisbane International ahead of Australian Open

ABC  

Nick Kyrgios has confirmed he will make his long-awaited return to competitive tennis at the Brisbane International after playing only one tour match in more than two years. Kyrgios opens up on tennis comeback plans Photo shows Nick Kyrgios looks up Nick Kyrgios says he "could come back now and beat 50 per cent of players" if he wanted to, …

Australian Open chief provides update on Nick Kyrgios fitness and possible return
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Australian Open chief provides update on Nick Kyrgios fitness and possible return

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Novak Djokovic crashes out of US Open after playing ‘some of the worst tennis’
4 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic crashes out of US Open after playing ‘some of the worst tennis’

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Novak Djokovic suffers major upset, fails to reach US Open 4th round for first time in 18 years
4 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic suffers major upset, fails to reach US Open 4th round for first time in 18 years

Live Mint  

Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic suffered a major upset on Friday as the defending champion lost to Alexei Popyrin in the third round of US Open, ending hopes for a 25th Grand Slam title and 100th career title. Notably, this is the first time Djokovic has failed to make it to the 4th round of US Open in 18 years, …

Down Goes Djokovic: Alexei Popyrin Shocks Defending Champion At US Open
4 months, 1 week ago

Down Goes Djokovic: Alexei Popyrin Shocks Defending Champion At US Open

Huff Post  

Alexei Popyrin, of Australia, reacts Novak Djokovic, of Serbia, during a third round match of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, in New York. “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, …

Defending champion Novak Djokovic is shocked at the US Open, one night after Carlos Alcaraz lost
4 months, 1 week ago

Defending champion Novak Djokovic is shocked at the US Open, one night after Carlos Alcaraz lost

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As Alexei Popyrin takes on Novak Djokovic at the US Open, Australia prepares for a huge Sunday of tennis action
4 months, 1 week ago

As Alexei Popyrin takes on Novak Djokovic at the US Open, Australia prepares for a huge Sunday of tennis action

ABC  

Chris O'Connell has revealed the secret recipe to Australia's quiet tennis revolution as he plots to serve up one of the great US Open boilovers in New York. The 30-year-old is among four Australian men in the third round at Flushing Meadows for the first time since 1997, joining ring leader Alex de Minaur, Alexei Popyrin and summer hitting partner …

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

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Novak Djokovic says Nick Kyrgios hinted at a return at the US Open -- but it might have been a joke
5 months, 3 weeks ago

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

Hindustan Times  

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. Serbia's Novak Djokovic, right, with Australia's Nick Kyrgios “He hit a really good serve, and he said, ‘Well, I might come back at the U.S. Open.’ So I don’t know if he was joking …

Why Novak Djokovic believes it is 'important' Aussie tennis star Nick Kyrgios plays at the US Open - as their unlikely bromance continues
5 months, 3 weeks 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 says Nick Kyrgios hinted at a return at the US Open -- but it might have been a joke
5 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Djokovic and Ivanisevic split after winning 12 Grand Slam titles together
9 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic and Ivanisevic split after winning 12 Grand Slam titles together

Al Jazeera  

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

Analysis: Don’t write off Novak Djokovic after his Australian Open loss to Jannik Sinner
11 months, 1 week 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 …

Australian Open 2024 | Jannik Sinner ends Novak Djokovic Grand Slam history bid
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024 | Jannik Sinner ends Novak Djokovic Grand Slam history bid

The Hindu  

Jannik Sinner ended Novak Djokovic’s bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title on January 26, snapping the Serb’s astonishing 33-match winning run at Melbourne Park to reach his first major final. I just tried to be ready for the next set, which I started off really well.” Sinner, 22, said he felt he had learned from defeat to Djokovic …

Australian Open 2024 | Djokovic, Sabalenka in ruthless form to reach quarterfinals
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024 | Djokovic, Sabalenka in ruthless form to reach quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic was at his dominant best in a straight-sets demolition job to reach the Australian Open quarterfinals on January 21, with Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff in equally ruthless touch. “I played great, from the first to the last point,” said the defending champion, who is red-hot favourite to collect an 11th Melbourne title and a record 25th Grand …

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