Carlos Alcaraz dethrones Djokovic to reclaim World No. 1 ranking with first grass-court title ahead of Wimbledon 2023
1 year, 6 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz dethrones Djokovic to reclaim World No. 1 ranking with first grass-court title ahead of Wimbledon 2023

Hindustan Times  

When Carlos Alcaraz arrived at The Queen's Club earlier this week, following the heartbreak at Roland Garros, he was struggling to find rhythm on the new surface. Carlos Alcaraz, of Spain, smiles during his mens singles final match against Alex de Minaur, of Australia, at the Queens Club tennis tournament “It means a lot to me. “To know that I’m a good level on grass, obviously champion of every tournament feels special.” This was Alcaraz's fifth ATP title win this season, going level with Daniil Medvedev for the Tour-lead, and 11th overall in his career. He also the fourth active player on tour after Rafael Nadal, Djokovic and Andy Murray to win at least one title on all three surfaces, at the ATP 500 or above level. He suffered an early hiccup in his opener at The Queen's before escaping the final set tie-break against Arthur Rinderknech, but the US Open champion surged to a title win without dropping a set in his next matches.

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Carlos Alcaraz staring at Grand Slam final frontier in Melbourne
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3 days, 2 hours ago

Carlos Alcaraz staring at Grand Slam final frontier in Melbourne

The Hindu  

There is little doubt Carlos Alcaraz is one of the brightest stars of his generation with Grand Slam success on all three surfaces but the Spaniard will arrive at the Australian Open looking to conquer the final frontier of his young career. Should he lift the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup at Melbourne Park later this month, the 21-year-old French Open …

Andre Agassi explains how Nadal, Federer retirement will affect Novak Djokovic
1 month ago

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

India Today  

Andre Agassi said that Novak Djokovic would find it “emotionally” harder to compete in professional tennis after Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired. Back in 2022, Federer pulled the curtains down on his career after the Laver Cup while Nadal bid goodbye to tennis after Spain’s tie against the Netherlands recently in the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga. It made …

Carlos Alcaraz reacts to Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray partnership: ‘It’s incredible for tennis’
1 month ago

Carlos Alcaraz reacts to Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray partnership: ‘It’s incredible for tennis’

The Independent  

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Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz
1 month, 1 week ago

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic holds a guitar given to him by Argentine singer Abel Pintos during a farewell exhibition match for Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in Buenos Aires on Sunday. AFP Novak Djokovic is ready to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz on the Grand Slam stage when he returns to action at the Australian Open after an underwhelming campaign this …

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz
1 month, 1 week ago

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic holds a guitar given to him by Argentine singer Abel Pintos during a farewell exhibition match for Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in Buenos Aires on Sunday. AFP Novak Djokovic is ready to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz on the Grand Slam stage when he returns to action at the Australian Open after an underwhelming campaign this …

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz
1 month, 1 week ago

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic holds a guitar given to him by Argentine singer Abel Pintos during a farewell exhibition match for Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in Buenos Aires on Sunday. AFP Novak Djokovic is ready to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz on the Grand Slam stage when he returns to action at the Australian Open after an underwhelming campaign this …

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz at Grand Slams
1 month, 1 week ago

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz at Grand Slams

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic is ready to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz at the Grand Slam stage when he returns to action at the Australian Open after an underwhelming campaign this year, the 24-times champion said. 1 Sinner dethroned Djokovic at Melbourne Park en route to his maiden Grand Slam win and the 23-year-old Italian also beat the Serb in the …

Carlos Alcaraz, Dominic Thiem amongst nominees for ATP Awards 2024
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz, Dominic Thiem amongst nominees for ATP Awards 2024

India Today  

Carlos Alcaraz, Dominic Thiem, Casper Ruud and Grigor Dimitrov are the four nominees for the Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award in the 2024 ATP Awards. The 25-year-old is also the three-time Grand Slam finalist, having finished as the runners-up twice at the French Open in 2022 and 2023, and US Open in 2023. Marin Cilic and Kei Nishikori, the finalists of …

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal’s career and retirement
1 month, 3 weeks ago

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal’s career and retirement

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — As Rafael Nadal retires from tennis, current and former players — from Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek and Taylor Fritz and so many more — have been sharing their thoughts on what the owner of 22 Grand Slam titles meant to them and to their sport. We’re going to always miss you.” — Serena …

Rafael Nadal’s legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal’s legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Not surprisingly, Rafael Nadal couldn’t take a step around the grounds of the Davis Cup Final 8 in recent days without hearing requests for a handshake or a selfie. “ The titles, the numbers, are there, so people probably know that, but the way I would like to be remembered is as a good person from a …

Rafael Nadal's legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal's legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others

The Independent  

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Alcaraz eyeing triumphant Davis Cup farewell for Nadal after ATP Finals exit
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Alcaraz eyeing triumphant Davis Cup farewell for Nadal after ATP Finals exit

The Hindu  

Carlos Alcaraz said he was hoping to make Rafael Nadal’s tennis farewell at the Davis Cup Finals a victorious one after he was dumped out of the ATP Finals at the group stage with a straight-sets defeat to Alexander Zverev on Friday. Earlier in November, Davis Cup tournament director Feliciano Lopez said that a special ceremony would be organised for …

ATP Finals 2024: Carlos Alcaraz on the brink of elimination after losing to Zverev
1 month, 3 weeks ago

ATP Finals 2024: Carlos Alcaraz on the brink of elimination after losing to Zverev

India Today  

Alexander Zverev continued his late surge in the 2024 season by beating his arch-rival Carlos Alcaraz in a group stage match of ATP Finals and pushing him to the brink of elimination. Zverev went to the top of the John Newcombe Group, one of the two groups in the tournament and qualified for the semi-finals of the prestigious season-ending tournament. …

Carlos Alcaraz backs 'dangerous' and 'hungry' Novak Djokovic for strong comeback
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz backs 'dangerous' and 'hungry' Novak Djokovic for strong comeback

India Today  

Carlos Alcaraz said that one should not write off Novak Djokovic going into the next season. In fact, it was for the first time since 2017 that Djokovic could not win even a single Grand Slam in a calendar year. But Alcaraz reckoned that Djokovic has the skills to make a strong comeback and will be one of the favourites …

Carlos Alcaraz turns attention to Rafael Nadal farewell after ATP Finals exit
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz turns attention to Rafael Nadal farewell after ATP Finals exit

The Independent  

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ATP Finals: Zverev advances to semis; Alcaraz waits to see if he qualifies for last four
1 month, 3 weeks ago

ATP Finals: Zverev advances to semis; Alcaraz waits to see if he qualifies for last four

The Hindu  

Alexander Zverev is in the semifinals. Carlos Alcaraz, meanwhile, needs to wait to see if he will reach the last four at the ATP Finals. Zverev beat Alcaraz 7-6, 6-4 on Friday at the season-ending event for the year’s top eight players. Alcaraz needs Rublev to beat Ruud in the final group match later. So, Zverev will face Fritz in …

Alcaraz drops into contention for semis
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Alcaraz drops into contention for semis

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning his ATP Finals group match against Russia's Andrey Rublev at Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy, on Wednesday. "I felt like the last month, I couldn't hit good drops," said Alcaraz, who fell to No 3 in the rankings this week behind Zverev. Rublev meanwhile drops to last place after losing his sixth straight Finals …

Alcaraz drops into contention for semis
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Alcaraz drops into contention for semis

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning his ATP Finals group match against Russia's Andrey Rublev at Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy, on Wednesday. "I felt like the last month, I couldn't hit good drops," said Alcaraz, who fell to No 3 in the rankings this week behind Zverev. Rublev meanwhile drops to last place after losing his sixth straight Finals …

Alcaraz drops into contention for semis
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Alcaraz drops into contention for semis

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning his ATP Finals group match against Russia's Andrey Rublev at Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy, on Wednesday. "I felt like the last month, I couldn't hit good drops," said Alcaraz, who fell to No 3 in the rankings this week behind Zverev. Rublev meanwhile drops to last place after losing his sixth straight Finals …

ATP Finals: Unwell Alcaraz unlikely to be at 100% for Rublev match, says coach
1 month, 4 weeks ago

ATP Finals: Unwell Alcaraz unlikely to be at 100% for Rublev match, says coach

The Hindu  

World number three Carlos Alcaraz is unlikely to be at his best for Wednesday’s ATP Finals match against Andrey Rublev as the four-time Grand Slam champion continues to struggle with illness, the Spaniard’s coach Juan Carlos Ferrero said. An off-colour Alcaraz lost 6-1, 7-5 to Norway’s Casper Ruud in his opening match on Monday and the 21-year-old cancelled a public …

Alcaraz given Ruud awakening
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Alcaraz given Ruud awakening

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz has a moment of reflection during a break in his match against Norway's Casper Ruud at the ATP Finals in Turin, Italy, on Monday. AFP TURIN, Italy — Carlos Alcaraz struggled with a stomach issue and looked far from the player who won two Grand Slams this year in his 6-1,7-5 loss to Casper Ruud at the …

Carlos Alcaraz loses ATP Finals opener against Casper Ruud
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz loses ATP Finals opener against Casper Ruud

ABC  

Carlos Alcaraz struggled with a stomach issue and looked far from the player who won two grand slams this year in losing to Casper Ruud 6-1, 7-5 at the ATP Finals on Monday, local time. It marked Ruud's first victory over Alcaraz in five career meetings, and the result could make it difficult for Alcaraz to advance from the round-robin …

Alcaraz struggles with stomach issue in loss to Ruud at ATP Finals and Zverev beats Rublev
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Alcaraz struggles with stomach issue in loss to Ruud at ATP Finals and Zverev beats Rublev

Associated Press  

TURIN, Italy — Carlos Alcaraz struggled with a stomach issue and looked far from the player who won two Grand Slams this year while losing to Casper Ruud 6-1, 7-5 at the ATP Finals on Monday. This morning, I feel uncomfortable in the stomach.” In the same group, Alexander Zverev began his bid for a third ATP Finals title by …

‘Do not believe Novak Djokovic is doomed’: Sinner’s coach fires warning to Serbian’s rivals ahead of 2025 comeback
2 months ago

‘Do not believe Novak Djokovic is doomed’: Sinner’s coach fires warning to Serbian’s rivals ahead of 2025 comeback

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic won't be competing in the ATP Finals due to an injury, which also caused him to withdraw from the Paris Masters. Speaking to Italian media outlet Corriere della Sera, Jannik Sinner's coach Darren Cahill warned players about Djokovic and called him 'a legend'. He reached the Australian Open semi-finals, where he lost to Jannik Sinner in four sets, …

ATP Finals 2024: Sinner, Alcaraz drawn in different groups
2 months ago

ATP Finals 2024: Sinner, Alcaraz drawn in different groups

The Hindu  

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, who split the four Slams this year, have been placed in opposite groups for the ATP Finals, set to be held in Turin from November 10 to 17. 1 Sinner, who won the Australian Open and the US Open, is in the ‘Ilie Nastase Group’ along with former champion Daniil Medvedev, US Open runner-up Taylor …

Novak Djokovic pulls out of ATP Tour Finals as line-up finally confirmed
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic pulls out of ATP Tour Finals as line-up finally confirmed

The Independent  

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Alcaraz's Idol Nadal to Face a 'Difficult' Showdown in Riyadh
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Alcaraz's Idol Nadal to Face a 'Difficult' Showdown in Riyadh

News 18  

Carlos Alcaraz will face Rafael Nadal in a highly anticipated showdown in the final of the 'Six Kings Slam' exhibition event in Riyadh. Alcaraz, the reigning French Open and Wimbledon champion, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to share the court with Nadal, who is set to retire from tennis. Despite the emotional farewell, Alcaraz will try to enjoy the match …

Carlos Alcaraz sets up Saudi showdown with Rafael Nadal
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz sets up Saudi showdown with Rafael Nadal

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic is now last of ‘big three’ standing and must find new motivation
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic is now last of ‘big three’ standing and must find new motivation

The Telegraph  

That exception came in the final of the Paris Olympics, where Djokovic pulled on his ultimate game face to edge past Alcaraz and end a 20-year Olympic jinx. In the semi-final of that event, Djokovic unexpectedly “laid an egg” – to borrow one of John McEnroe’s favourite phrases – as he sprayed unforced errors in all directions. Even in his …

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz star in epic promo for the 6 Kings Slam in Riyadh - with the winner of the exhibition set to take home the largest prize money in the history of tennis
3 months, 1 week ago

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

Daily Mail  

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

Sinner, Alcaraz split the Slams to usher in new era
4 months ago

Sinner, Alcaraz split the Slams to usher in new era

China Daily  

The emergence of hungry, young contenders, such as Italy's Jannik Sinner and Spain's Carlos Alcaraz, offers the latest sign that men's tennis has entered a new era, with 2024 marking the first time in more than two decades that none of the "Big Three" claimed a Grand Slam title. AFP Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz split the four Grand Slams …

None of the Big Three has won a grand slam this year. They leave a legacy which has transformed tennis on and off the court.
4 months ago

None of the Big Three has won a grand slam this year. They leave a legacy which has transformed tennis on and off the court.

CNN  

CNN — When a star bursts into light, it is more often than not part of a multiple star system, gravitationally bound to its other counterparts, orbiting around the center of gravity between them, each one’s cosmic position utterly dependent on the other. But this year, men’s tennis has had a different complexion since none of Federer, Nadal or Djokovic …

​Open season: The Hindu Editorial on the U.S. Open
4 months, 1 week ago

​Open season: The Hindu Editorial on the U.S. Open

The Hindu  

There was a time in men’s tennis when the defeat of a favourite, the top seed or the defending champion in the first week of a Grand Slam tournament was less of a shock and more awe. But over the last two decades, wherein Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have been the hegemonic forces, such bursts of surprise …

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

The Independent  

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Defending champion Novak Djokovic loses in a shocker at U.S. Open
4 months, 1 week ago

Defending champion Novak Djokovic loses in a shocker at U.S. Open

LA Times  

Alexei Popyrin celebrates during his third-round victory over Novak Djokovic at the U.S. Open on Friday night. “Serving — by far — the worst ever.” With 14 double-faults, raising his tournament total to 32, Djokovic bowed out with a 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 loss to 28th-seeded Alexei Popyrin of Australia, another shocking result at Flushing Meadows one night after 2022 …

Carlos Alcaraz opens up about ‘frenemy’ Novak Djokovic ahead of potential US Open final clash
4 months, 1 week ago

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

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US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz given a scare by qualifier Li Tu before advancing to second round
4 months, 2 weeks ago

US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz given a scare by qualifier Li Tu before advancing to second round

The Hindu  

Carlos Alcaraz was given a scare by Australian qualifier Li Tu in the first round of the U.S. Open on Tuesday before going on to seal a 6-2, 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 victory. Four-times Grand Slam champion Alcaraz, who lost to Novak Djokovic in the final of the Paris Olympics, got off to a hot start before the errors began to …

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 …

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 …

Alcaraz-Djokovic rivalry as Gauff bids to defend – the players to watch at US Open
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Alcaraz-Djokovic rivalry as Gauff bids to defend – the players to watch at US Open

The Independent  

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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’s epic last stand ends long quest for Olympic gold medal against Carlos Alcaraz
5 months ago

Novak Djokovic’s epic last stand ends long quest for Olympic gold medal against Carlos Alcaraz

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Sachin Tendulkar can't keep calm after Novak Djokovic wins gold at Paris Olympics, 'serves' key Carlos Alcaraz analysis
5 months ago

Sachin Tendulkar can't keep calm after Novak Djokovic wins gold at Paris Olympics, 'serves' key Carlos Alcaraz analysis

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic completed tennis on Sunday after adding the elusive Olympic gold to his all-time great career. The Serb battled past his rival Carlos Alcaraz with a vintage display to win 7-6 7-6 and complete his career Golden Slam in spectacular fashion, not dropping a set in six matches at Roland Garros in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Sachin Tendulkar made …

Alcaraz says pressure of playing for Spain got to him in loss to Djokovic in Olympics final
5 months ago

Alcaraz says pressure of playing for Spain got to him in loss to Djokovic in Olympics final

Associated Press  

PARIS — Emotional and unable to hold back tears, Carlos Alcaraz needed a moment to compose himself after losing to Novak Djokovic in the men’s tennis singles final at the Paris Olympics on Sunday. “I felt that I let the Spanish people down by not winning the gold.” The 21-year-old Alcaraz said he had not felt that type of pressure …

Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz head-to-head record ahead of clash for gold at Paris Olympics
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz head-to-head record ahead of clash for gold at Paris Olympics

India TV News  

DNovak Djokovic's quest for a gold medal at the Summer Games has brought him to the men's singles final at the Paris Olympics and the world No. The 24-time Grand Slam winner needs to win the Paris Olympic gold medal to complete a career golden slam but finds a worthy opponent in the form of Carlos Alcaraz in his way. …

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz to win Olympic gold and career Golden Slam
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz to win Olympic gold and career Golden Slam

New York Times  

Relive how Novak Djokovic won Olympic gold against Carlos Alcaraz with game-by-game live coverage from the match PARIS — Novak Djokovic beat Carlos Alcaraz 7-6, 7-6 in the men’s singles Olympic final at Roland Garros in Paris on Sunday. GO DEEPER Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz meet in a Wimbledon final duel of the extraordinary The first set lasted 93 …

Paris Olympics: Djokovic and Alcaraz eye power and glory in Olympic gold medal duel
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics: Djokovic and Alcaraz eye power and glory in Olympic gold medal duel

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic insists Carlos Alcaraz will be the “favourite” for Olympic gold on Augut 4 in the latest instalment of tennis’s generational power grab. “I don’t consider myself a favourite because Alcaraz has proven he’s the best player in the world,” said Djokovic pointing to the Spaniard’s rare achievement of winning the French Open and Wimbledon back-to-back. “Not to take …

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz meet for the Olympic tennis men’s singles gold
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz meet for the Olympic tennis men’s singles gold

Associated Press  

PARIS — Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz will meet for the men’s tennis singles gold medal at the Paris Olympics on Sunday in the latest installment of a fascinating old-vs.-young rivalry that included a matchup in the Wimbledon final three weeks ago. “Hopefully,” Alcaraz said with a chuckle, “the same as Wimbledon.” Here is what else to know about the …

Novak Djokovic faces Carlos Alcaraz for the 2024 Olympics men’s gold after beating Lorenzo Musetti
5 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic faces Carlos Alcaraz for the 2024 Olympics men’s gold after beating Lorenzo Musetti

Associated Press  

PARIS — Novak Djokovic’s surgically repaired knee did not appear to slow him down a bit as he finally reached a Summer Olympics singles final for the first time, defeating Lorenzo Musetti of Italy 6-4, 6-2 on Friday night. Serbia’s Djokovic, 37, is the oldest man in a men’s singles final at the Olympics; Spain’s Alcaraz, 21, is the youngest. …

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 …

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