Statue of Novak Djokovic at Melbourne Park? Australian Open director opens up
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Statue of Novak Djokovic at Melbourne Park? Australian Open director opens up

India Today  

Australian Open director Craig Tiley said that tennis greats like Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Serena Williams should have their statues at the Melbourne Park. Djokovic, who has 24 Grand Slam titles his name, recently played in the Australian Open where he had to withdraw from his semi-final clash against Alexander Zverev. Every year we put up a new statue of an Australian and this precinct is about tennis, it was built with tennis in mind,” Craig Tiley told News Corp. On Djokovic’s chances of adding to his Australian Open trophies, Tiley said, "I mean, he's won this event 10 times and I still think he can win it again.” "We have so many people that come here from right around the world. During his campaign in the Australian Open, Djokovic was also involved in a controversy with Channel Nine reporter Tony Jones.

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Novak Djokovic's biggest opponent is his own body, cannot cheat time and escape 'tennis death': Ex-Russian tennis star
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Novak Djokovic's biggest opponent is his own body, cannot cheat time and escape 'tennis death': Ex-Russian tennis star

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, had a rare barren run recently as he failed to win a single Grand Slam in 2024 and has also been facing fitness issues recently, with a leg injury forcing him to retire hurt in the semi-finals of the Australian Open. Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-final of the 2025 Australian …

US tennis legend offers Novak Djokovic advice after 24-time Grand Slam winner booed by fans in Australian Open
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US tennis legend offers Novak Djokovic advice after 24-time Grand Slam winner booed by fans in Australian Open

Firstpost  

Djokovic, who has been a polarising figure in the sport in past and had been involved in a feud with broadcasters Channel Nine during the year’s first Grand Slam in Melbourne Park, was then subjected to boos and jeers as he retired hurt after the first set. American tennis legend Jimmy Connors has come out in support of Novak Djokovic …

Why tennis fans love to hate Novak Djokovic despite his immense success on the court?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Why tennis fans love to hate Novak Djokovic despite his immense success on the court?

Firstpost  

Despite a remarkable tennis career so far, 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has faced his fair share of controversies, which have led to some fans hating him. Novak Djokovic is undoubtedly one of the greatest players in tennis, along with the other two members of the ‘Big Three’ Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. Djokovic recently withdrew from his Australian …

Novak Djokovic to get Rafael Nadal-like honour at Melbourne Park, but Australian Open boss' call divides tennis world
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic to get Rafael Nadal-like honour at Melbourne Park, but Australian Open boss' call divides tennis world

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic is all set to get Rafael Nadal-like honour at Melbourne Park as Australian Open boss Craig Tiley has given the green light to immortalising the Serb in statue form. Novak Djokovic statute gets green signal at Melbourne Park Tiley revealed that the call to have a statue of Djokovic is part of a brand new ‘tennis legends’ attraction, …

Australian Open: Djokovic climbs in rankings, lucky loser gains big after dream run
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open: Djokovic climbs in rankings, lucky loser gains big after dream run

India Today  

24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has climbed one place up to No.6 in the latest ATP rankings. Germany’s Eva Lys, who advanced to the Round of 16 in the hard court major, made her debut in the top 100 of the WTA rankings. Paula Badosa returns to top 10 Spain’s Paula Badosa made her return to the top 10 …

Australian Open director Craig Tiley confident Djokovic will return in 2026
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open director Craig Tiley confident Djokovic will return in 2026

The Hindu  

Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley said he is confident Novak Djokovic will return to the season-opening Grand Slam next year after injury ended the 37-year-old’s latest challenge in the semifinals at Melbourne Park. “We’ll see Novak back and I look forward to catching up with him in the next couple of weeks.” Djokovic took aim at his critics the …

Australian Open boss calls for Novak Djokovic statue, but fans are divided after the shocking treatment Serbian champion received down under
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open boss calls for Novak Djokovic statue, but fans are divided after the shocking treatment Serbian champion received down under

Daily Mail  

Australian Open boss Craig Tiley wants a giant Novak Djokovic statue built at Melbourne Park despite the Serbian star being booed off the court in his likely final appearance at the grand slam. While Australia has been a happy hunting ground with 10 of his 24 grand slam victories coming at Melbourne Park, Djokovic has clashed with Australian fans, officials …

Despite greatness, Novak Djokovic's love-hate affair with tennis world continues
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Despite greatness, Novak Djokovic's love-hate affair with tennis world continues

India Today  

Novak Djokovic shared the medical report of his injured leg just a day before the 2025 Australian Open final. The 24-time Grand Slam champion made public an MRI scan of his injury to silence those who doubted whether his body had truly let him down during the season's first Grand Slam tournament. As the painkillers kicked in, some found it …

Novak Djokovic slams injury ‘experts’ by posting his MRI scan: 'Thought I’d leave this here'
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2 months ago

Novak Djokovic slams injury ‘experts’ by posting his MRI scan: 'Thought I’d leave this here'

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic has hit back at fans questioning the severity of his injury during the Australian Open 2025 semi-finals. Novak Djokovic shared scan image of his injury to counter fans who jeered him at Australian Open 2025. Image: AP Novak Djokovic has hit out at the injury ‘experts’ by posting the MRI scan of his injured left hamstring on social …

Retiring Novak Djokovic booed as Alexander Zverev tells off Australian Open crowd
2 months ago

Retiring Novak Djokovic booed as Alexander Zverev tells off Australian Open crowd

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic reveals story behind the two necklaces that he wears: 'Symbolic of the planet'
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic reveals story behind the two necklaces that he wears: 'Symbolic of the planet'

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic recently revealed that he wears two necklaces, one which is dedicated completely for his family. AP Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic is someone who keeps his family to the closest whenever he travels across the world during tours. So much so that, the 24-time Grand Slam winner wears two necklaces all the time, out of which, one of …

Novak Djokovic withdraws from Australian Open semifinal against Alexander Zverev
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic withdraws from Australian Open semifinal against Alexander Zverev

ABC  

Novak Djokovic has retired from his Australian Open semifinal against Alexander Zverev due to a muscle tear he sustained earlier in the tournament. Djokovic uncertain of Australian Open future Photo shows Alexander Zverev puts his hand on Novak Djokovic's chest as the pair meet at the net Novak Djokovic says it is possible the 10-time champion of the Australian Open …

Australia Open 2025: Tennis legend Novak Djokovic’s TOP controversies - Called ’overrated’ to his team covering camera
2 months ago

Australia Open 2025: Tennis legend Novak Djokovic’s TOP controversies - Called ’overrated’ to his team covering camera

Live Mint  

Novak Djokovic delivered a commanding performance in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Wednesday, defeating Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 to reaffirm his status as one of the top contenders in Melbourne. Interview boycott, called ‘overrated’, Channel 9 apology and more After Novak Djokovic's victory over Jiri Lehecka in the fourth round, which set up a quarterfinal clash …

Novak Djokovic showcases generational ability to thrive in chaos after outduelling Carlos Alcaraz in Australian Open epic
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic showcases generational ability to thrive in chaos after outduelling Carlos Alcaraz in Australian Open epic

ABC  

It was a lead-up that would have derailed the tournament for most players, but once again Novak Djokovic showed there is no one who thrives more in chaos than he does. Djokovic overcomes injury scare to beat Alcaraz in epic Photo shows Novak Djokovic pumps fist, looking over right shoulder, looking stern Novak Djokovic booked a spot in the semifinals …

Djokovic’s passion, remarkable returning and stunning groundstrokes propel him past Alcaraz and into Aus Open semis
2 months ago

Djokovic’s passion, remarkable returning and stunning groundstrokes propel him past Alcaraz and into Aus Open semis

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic’s relentless fight and skill were on full display as he defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling Australian Open quarter-final. Novak Djokovic is not ready to see his campaign for a record 25th Grand Slam title die at the Australian Open 2025. Djokovic is ‘built different’ The action was non-stop, the shot-making brilliant, even as the match stretched on …

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz and gets closer to a 25th Grand Slam title
2 months ago

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz and gets closer to a 25th Grand Slam title

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic refused to let anything stop his pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam trophy in the Australian Open quarterfinals. This was the eighth Djokovic vs. Alcaraz meeting, but the first at the Australian Open — and the first that wasn’t in the semifinal or final. Alcaraz hasn’t been shy about hoping to complete a career …

Australian Open 2025: Ageless Novak Djokovic dumps out Carlos Alcaraz for special 50
2 months ago

Australian Open 2025: Ageless Novak Djokovic dumps out Carlos Alcaraz for special 50

India Today  

Novak Djokovic just keeps getting better with age. The 24-time Grand Slam champion kept his dream of an 11th Australian Open title alive with a stunning come-from-behind win over third seed Carlos Alcaraz in the men's singles quarterfinal on Tuesday, January 21. Djokovic began the season's first Grand Slam as the seventh seed and drew Alcaraz as early as the …

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz in ‘epic’ Australian Open quarterfinal
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz in ‘epic’ Australian Open quarterfinal

CNN  

CNN — Novak Djokovic produced a vintage performance to beat Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open quarterfinals on Tuesday, moving one step closer towards winning a record-breaking 25th grand slam singles title. The 10-time Australian Open champion is bidding to claim an outright record 25th grand slam at this year’s tournament, surpassing Australia’s Margaret Court in the process. If I …

Novak Djokovic's never-ending tryst with controversy: Run-in with Australian reporter latest addition in lengthy list
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic's never-ending tryst with controversy: Run-in with Australian reporter latest addition in lengthy list

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic chose to give his thoughts about his fourth-round match at the 2025 Australian Open in a self-shot video as opposed to what would have probably been yet another entertaining and insightful interview with Jim Courier. Djokovic's big 3 counterparts Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer have rarely had to deal with a hostile crowd but that hasn't always been …

Coach Murray’s influence and TV rows – Alcaraz v Djokovic talking points
2 months ago

Coach Murray’s influence and TV rows – Alcaraz v Djokovic talking points

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Novak Djokovic explains why he boycotted Australian Open post-match interview
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic explains why he boycotted Australian Open post-match interview

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Elon Musk's swipe at legacy media after Djokovic posts video, tennis star concurs
2 months ago

Elon Musk's swipe at legacy media after Djokovic posts video, tennis star concurs

India Today  

Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic concurred with X-founder Elon Musk's comments on "legacy media" following the controversy that the star faced during his Australian Open round 4 clash, by the in-match broadcaster. Despite his victory at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Djokovic declined an on-court post-match interview, accusing Australian broadcaster Tony Jones of disrespecting Serbian tennis fans and making …

Novak Djokovic: Australian broadcaster apologizes to 24-time grand slam singles champion ‘for any disrespect’ during on-air comments
2 months ago

Novak Djokovic: Australian broadcaster apologizes to 24-time grand slam singles champion ‘for any disrespect’ during on-air comments

CNN  

CNN — Australian broadcaster Tony Jones has apologized to Novak Djokovic for comments he says were intended to be “banter” and “humor.” Jones, a veteran sports presenter on Australia’s Channel 9, taunted a group of Djokovic fans at the Australian Open during a live broadcast on Friday, chanting: “Novak, he’s overrated, Novak’s a has-been, Novak, kick him out.” He then …

Why Djokovic boycotted on-court interview at Australian Open 2025 on Sunday?
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Why Djokovic boycotted on-court interview at Australian Open 2025 on Sunday?

Firstpost  

Novak Djokovic has called for an apology from Australia’s Channel 9 and Tony Jones, accusing the broadcaster of ‘insulting’ him and ‘mocking’ Serbian fans. Novak Djokovic has demanded an apology from Channel 9 and broadcaster Tony Jones for “insulting” him and making a “mockery of Serbian fans” as he skipped the customary post-match TV interview at the Australian Open 2025 …

Novak Djokovic is booed by fans for surprising post-match act as he reaches the Australian Open quarter-finals for the 15th time in his career
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic is booed by fans for surprising post-match act as he reaches the Australian Open quarter-finals for the 15th time in his career

Daily Mail  

A smattering of boos rang out around the Rod Laver Arena on Sunday afternoon, after Novak Djokovic appeared to snub a post-match interview following his straight-sets victory against Jiri Lehecka. Novak Djokovic did not do a post-match interview after his win at Australian Open. Jones then began his broadcast, stating: 'Welcome back to Melbourne Park where you can see the …

Djokovic, Alcaraz on collision course at Australian Open
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic, Alcaraz on collision course at Australian Open

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz can set up a blockbuster quarter-final when the Australian Open enters the fourth round on Sunday while Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff are also eyeing a place in the last eight. Sabalenka steps up her march towards a third consecutive Australian Open crown when she begins the day's play on centre court against Russian …

Djokovic ‘big fan’ of Collins’s Melbourne crowd response; Alcaraz advances
2 months, 1 week ago

Djokovic ‘big fan’ of Collins’s Melbourne crowd response; Alcaraz advances

Al Jazeera  

Novak Djokovic has backed Danielle Collins for her cheeky response to hostile fans at the Australian Open and says the sport could afford to take itself a little less seriously. “At the same time, I think we have been a little bit behind the other sports with changes and trying to keep the pace with the evolution of society and …

Australian Open: Djokovic produces his best, Mensik stuns Ruud and Kokkinakis's act of sportsmanship
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Djokovic produces his best, Mensik stuns Ruud and Kokkinakis's act of sportsmanship

ABC  

Jakub Mensik hits arguably the best shot of the tournament, Thanasi Kokkinakis proves sportsmanship is alive and Alexander Zverev is not interested in a barber. Djokovic pulls out his bag of tricks against fearless qualifier On the day Novak Djokovic played his record 430th grand slam singles match, the Serbian star starred in the tournament's best rally thus far. Mensik …

Novak Djokovic breaks Roger Federer's all-time Grand Slam record in open era during second-round win at Australian Open
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic breaks Roger Federer's all-time Grand Slam record in open era during second-round win at Australian Open

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic continued his record-breaking ways at the Australian Open, as a four-set victory over Portugal’s Jaime Faria saw him advance into the third round of this year’s tournament. With his 430th match, Djokovic sets the record as the player with the most singles matches played in grand slam tennis, going past his great rival Roger Federer as he continues …

Novak Djokovic breaks a tie with Roger Federer for the most Grand Slam matches in tennis history
Top News
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic breaks a tie with Roger Federer for the most Grand Slam matches in tennis history

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic added yet another record to his lengthy list, breaking a tie with Roger Federer for the most Grand Slam matches played in tennis history by reaching 430 on Wednesday at the Australian Open in what was a tougher-than-expected second-round victory. “I’m just blessed to be making another record, I guess, today.” Oh, yes, Djokovic already …

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic advances to Melbourne third round, breaks Federer’s record
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2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic advances to Melbourne third round, breaks Federer’s record

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic continued to build into the Australian Open with a 6-1 6-7 6-3 6-2 victory over Portuguese qualifier Jaime Faria in the second round on Wednesday, taking another step towards a 25th Grand Slam title. On Monday, inspired American teenager Nishesh Basavareddy gave the 10-times Melbourne Park champion the runaround for the first hour of their first-round clash, and …

Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray chat mid-match thanks to new Australian Open coaches’ box
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray chat mid-match thanks to new Australian Open coaches’ box

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic stood with his hands on his hips, listening intently to Andy Murray — his longtime on-court rival and now, stunningly, his coach at the Australian Open — between sets at Rod Laver Arena. My coaches can tell me whatever they want, but if I’m not applying it, it’s not going to happen,” two-time Australian Open champion Victoria Azarenka …

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic and new coach Andy Murray get a win against US teen in debut
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic and new coach Andy Murray get a win against US teen in debut

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic’s first match with former rival Andy Murray as his coach did not start all that well, even against a 19-year-old making his Grand Slam debut. Still, after dropping his opening set at the 2025 Australian Open on Monday night to Nishesh Basavareddy, an American who left Stanford University and turned pro last month, Djokovic eventually …

Australian Open: Gauff, Swiatek off to flyers as Djokovic, Sinner launch Open quests
2 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open: Gauff, Swiatek off to flyers as Djokovic, Sinner launch Open quests

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff launched their Australian Open title bids with straight-sets wins on Monday but former finalist Stefanos Tsitsipas became the first big casualty of the tournament. In the women's draw, world number two Swiatek battled past Czech doubles specialist Katerina Siniakova 6-3, 6-4 on John Cain Arena. Serbian great Djokovic is hoping to roll back the …

Andy Murray aspires to make Novak Djokovic 'the best sportsperson ever' as returning Scot bids to lead Serbian hotshot to Australian Open Grand Slam glory
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Andy Murray aspires to make Novak Djokovic 'the best sportsperson ever' as returning Scot bids to lead Serbian hotshot to Australian Open Grand Slam glory

Daily Mail  

Murray has been recruited to help Djovokic's bid to win the Australian Open title The former rivals are now uniting as Murray aims to guide Djokovic to success Murray is excited by the chance to help Djokovic as his Australian Open coach As he prepares to take his seat in the coaching box for the first time on Monday, Andy …

Novak Djokovic stands alone at the Australian Open now that Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic stands alone at the Australian Open now that Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired

The Hindu  

And then there was one: The Big Three is down to just Novak Djokovic, who stands alone from a golden generation of men's tennis now that Rafael Nadal has joined Roger Federer in retirement. “It's a nice number of years that I've been coming to Australia,” Djokovic said, “the place where I had the greatest Grand Slam success.” One big …

Novak Djokovic stands alone at the Australian Open now that Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic stands alone at the Australian Open now that Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retired

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — And then there was one: The Big Three is down to just Novak Djokovic, who stands alone from a golden generation of men’s tennis now that Rafael Nadal has joined Roger Federer in retirement. “It’s a nice number of years that I’ve been coming to Australia,” Djokovic said, “the place where I had the greatest Grand Slam …

Australian Open: Super Serb Djokovic ready to rock young champs
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open: Super Serb Djokovic ready to rock young champs

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Novak Djokovic is having a ball at Melbourne Park. And so, after a query about Zverev’s love and curiosity for space, Djokovic pressed further on whether the answer to the German winning a Grand Slam lay in space. ‘Fresh’ season And that, after years of unrelenting uniformity by the Big Three club in which Djokovic was the last entrant, …

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic hopes to scale ‘Mount 25’ as Sabalenka eyes three-peat at Melbourne Park
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic hopes to scale ‘Mount 25’ as Sabalenka eyes three-peat at Melbourne Park

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic will chase a record-breaking 25th Slam title at this year’s Australian Open, starting Sunday, with Andy Murray as his coach in the first Major of the post-Rafael Nadal era. He knows the pros and cons of my game.” READ | Australian Open, men’s draw: Djokovic projected to meet Alcaraz in quarterfinals, Sinner opens title defence against Jarry Losing …

Australian Open: With an old rival at his side, Novak Djokovic resumes his quest for a 25th grand slam title
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australian Open: With an old rival at his side, Novak Djokovic resumes his quest for a 25th grand slam title

CNN  

CNN — Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray faced each other 36 times throughout their tennis careers, mostly in finals and often at the sharp end of grand slam tournaments. “It’s in search of perfection that Novak Djokovic, I think, hires Andy Murray,” seven-time grand slam champion and Eurosport expert Mats Wilander told CNN Sport. “Murray might have some valuable information …

Novak Djokovic reveals retirement plans ahead of Australian Open: More how than when
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic reveals retirement plans ahead of Australian Open: More how than when

India Today  

24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic is not planning to retire while he can still compete against the best players on the biggest stages. Djokovic will face wildcard Nishesh Basavareddy in the opening round of the 2025 Australian Open on Sunday, January 12, with Andy Murray joining his team as a coach. The Melbourne major has been Djokovic's most successful …

Here to sabotage Novak Djokovic: Andy Murray's hilarious Australian Open plans
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Here to sabotage Novak Djokovic: Andy Murray's hilarious Australian Open plans

India Today  

In an unexpected twist of tennis history, Andy Murray has taken up the role of coach for his long-time rival Novak Djokovic ahead of the Australian Open 2025. During a charity exhibition event leading up to the tournament, Murray light-heartedly quipped that his real intention behind coaching Djokovic was to "sabotage his chances of winning another" Grand Slam." Djokovic, who …

Coach Murray ready for any Djokovic outbursts at Australian Open
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Defending champions top list of Australian Open contenders
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Defending champions top list of Australian Open contenders

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Djokovic with point to prove against younger rivals at Australian Open
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Djokovic with point to prove against younger rivals at Australian Open

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic returns to the scene of his greatest triumphs this week at the Australian Open, adamant he is ready and able to see off the challenge from Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz in his pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam crown. Chinks in the armour of the 37-year-old former world number one were exposed last year when he …

What is at stake for Novak Djokovic at Australian Open 2025 after a season of near misses in Grand Slams
2 months, 2 weeks ago

What is at stake for Novak Djokovic at Australian Open 2025 after a season of near misses in Grand Slams

Hindustan Times  

Even at 37 years of age, and having won everything there is to be won in singles tennis with his achievement of Olympic Gold in Paris in 2024, Novak Djokovic continues to have that overarching desire to win that is present in every elite athlete. After a year in which he saw young upstairs Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner split …

Australian Open 2025: Djokovic makes another push for the summit in Melbourne
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2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Djokovic: At his happy hunting ground, with an old foe in tow
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Djokovic: At his happy hunting ground, with an old foe in tow

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: With trembling hands Novak Djokovic touched the fabled red dirt of Court Philippe Chatrier. Murray, a three-time Grand Slam champion and former world No.1 himself, will be sitting in the Djokovic box willing the man just a week younger than him to re-find the form that saw him become the greatest Grand Slam player in the Open Era. He …

Novak Djokovic enjoys first grand slam practice session with Andy Murray as coach
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic enjoys first grand slam practice session with Andy Murray as coach

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