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1Apr By source belowNo Comments
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Novak Djokovic to surpass Roger Federer for this big record | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Novak Djokovic, the illustrious 24-time Grand Slam champion, continues to etch his name in the annals of tennis history as he embarks on his 419th week as the World No. 1, extending his monumental record. On Sunday, he will also claim the title of the oldest World No. 1 ever, surpassing Roger Federer's record at the age of 36 years and 321 days.Djokovic's unparalleled longevity at the zenith of the sport exemplifies his status as one of the greatest players of all time, even as he enters his fourth decade. Since turning 30 on May 22, 2017, the Serbian stalwart has amassed an impressive 31 tour-level titles, including 12 of his 24 Grand Slam triumphs, 10 ATP Masters 1000 victories out of his 40, and two ATP Finals crowns out of seven.His unwavering commitment to hard wor...
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21Feb By source belowNo Comments
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In present times, single-handed backhand fades away from tennis courts | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] DOHA: For the first time since the ATP rankings started 50-years ago, there are no singlehanded backhands in the top-10 this week. The onehanded shot, a vanishing denomination on the Tour, may just be fading away. A pity, given that it is indeed a shot of rare beauty, underlined by Roger Federer not so long ago. China’s Zhang Zhizhen, who scalped an exponent of the single-handed backhand in seventh-seed Lorenzo Musetti in the Qatar ExxonMobil Open first round, enjoys watching the shot in full flight. “The one-hand backhand has a little bit gone out of the tennis stage, less people are learning one-hand backhand, especially people my age,” the 27-year-old said, adding, “When we start tennis nobody is telling you to play one-hand backhand.” Richard Gasquet, a wildcard entrant here, ...
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29Jan By source belowNo Comments
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Rafael Nadal’s 2007 French Open winning racquet sells for $118K at auction | Off the field News – Times of India

[ad_1] Rafael Nadal's championship point-winning racquet from his 2007 French Open final triumph over Roger Federer has fetched an impressive sum of over $118,000 at an auction on Monday. This sale places the item among the highest-priced pieces of tennis memorabilia ever auctioned.Nadal beat Federer 6-3, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the 2007 final in Paris to win his third Grand Slam title before the Spaniard moved on to secure a further 19 - 14 of them at Roland Garros - becoming one of the sport's greatest players.The auctioned racquet had not only played a pivotal role in Nadal's historic French Open win but was also used in earlier matches of the tournament, including the semi-final against Novak Djokovic.Sold for $118,206 at Prestige Memorabilia's online auction, The Tennis Auction, the racque...
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28Jan By source belowNo Comments
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Jannik Sinner vs Daniil Medvedev: Australian Open Men’s Final | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Jannik Sinner's stunning victory over Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open semi-finals has brought an end, at least temporarily, to the era dominated by Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal. The 22-year-old Italian, ranked fourth, is now set to face Russia's Daniil Medvedev in the men's final on Sunday, with both players vying to carve their names onto the coveted Australian Open trophy.Sinner's journey to the final has been nothing short of impressive, progressing smoothly through the draw without dropping a set until the semi-finals. His impeccable serve has been a highlight, as he didn't face a break point against Djokovic and has been broken just twice in 88 service games throughout the tournament.Reflecting on his remarkable journey, Sinner expressed confiden...
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25Jan By source belowNo Comments
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‘Dream come true’: When world champion Neeraj Chopra met ‘inspirational’ tennis legend Roger Federer | More sports News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: World champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Thursday found himself in the company of tennis legend Roger Federer in Zurich, a moment the Olympic gold medallist described as a 'dream come true'.The two superstars, both ambassadors of Switzerland Tourism, met in the picturesque backdrop of Zurich’s La Reserve Eden au Lac.Both Federer and Neeraj were in awe of each other as the rendezvous was marked by mutual respect, admiration, and stories of triumph and dedication.Switzerland Tourism set the ball rolling by uniting the 20-time Grand slam winner and the Olympic and world champion from India for a casual and free-flowing conversation.It is not often that one gets to see two dedicated, charming, and passionate sportspersons who have done their respective countries prou...
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21Jan By source belowNo Comments
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Dominant Novak Djokovic enters Australian Open quarter-finals, equals Roger Federer’s record | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] Novak Djokovic continued his determined pursuit of a historic 25th Grand Slam title, gaining momentum on Sunday by defeating 20th seed Adrian Mannarino in a commanding fashion to secure a spot in the Australian Open quarter-finals. The Serbian dominated his French opponent on Rod Laver Arena with a resounding 6-0, 6-0, 6-3 victory, reaffirming his position as the undeniable frontrunner to claim an 11th title at Melbourne Park."I really wanted to lose that game in the third set because the tension was building up so much in the stadium," he joked, referring to the possibility of winning without losing a game. "I just needed to get that out of the way and re-focus."The current world number one has reached the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam for the 58th time, matching Roger Federer's ...
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20Jan By source belowNo Comments
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Novak Djokovic shares how he riled Roger Federer as a newcomer | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] Novak Djokovic has shared insights into how he unsettled Roger Federer when he burst onto the tennis scene as a brash newcomer. However, he noted that this only fueled his determination to become the best player in the world.The Serbian, currently holding the top spot in the world rankings, is aiming for a historic 25th Grand Slam title in Melbourne, where he has already clinched the title on 10 occasions.Djokovic stands as the most decorated player in men's tennis, boasting two more major titles than the sidelined Rafael Nadal and a four-title lead over the retired Federer, both of whom are part of the renowned 'Big Three.'Having engaged in a memorable rivalry with the Swiss maestro, winning 27 of their 50 encounters, the 36-year-old is now eyeing an 11th Australian Open victory ...
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17Jan By source belowNo Comments
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Watch: Novak Djokovic confronts heckler at Australian Open | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Novak Djokovic revealed that a heated altercation with a fan might have played a role in helping him secure victory during a challenging second-round match at the Australian Open against local favorite Alexei Popyrin on Wednesday.The world number one exhibited his characteristic mental fortitude to overcome his determined opponent, triumphing 6-3, 4-6, 7-6 (7/4), 6-3 in a match that lasted over three hours.This victory came on the heels of a demanding first-round encounter on Sunday, where he spent over four hours on the court against teenager Dino Prizmic. Djokovic acknowledged afterward that he was "a bit under the weather" during that match.During the fourth set on Wednesday, Djokovic became involved in a contentious exchange with a spectator on Rod Laver Arena."Ther...
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13Jan By source belowNo Comments
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Novak Djokovic primed for more success in new era at Australian Open | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] MELBOURNE: Novak Djokovic is set to commence his title defence at the Australian Open, starting against qualifier Dino Prizmic. The world number one, currently the last of the 'Big Three' in men's tennis following the retirement of Roger Federer and the continued absence of Rafael Nadal due to injury, is aiming to secure an unprecedented 11th Australian Open title.Melbourne Park is gearing up for its first tournament in 25 years without the presence of either Federer or Nadal. Djokovic, eyeing his 25th major title, is in a position to surpass Margaret Court's Grand Slam haul.As the top seed and defending champion, Djokovic remains a formidable force and a favorite in the tournament, with many eyes on whether he can make history once again in Melbourne.'My favourite place, no doubt...
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9Jan By source belowNo Comments
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Dominic Thiem secures place in Australian Open main draw | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] Dominic Thiem, the US Open winner in 2020, has secured a place in the main draw of the Australian Open following the withdrawal of Reilly Opelka, as confirmed by tournament organisers on Friday.Thiem, who recently lost to Rafael Nadal in the first round of the Brisbane International, will now directly enter the first round of the Australian Open starting on January 14, avoiding the need to go through the qualifiers.The 30-year-old Austrian, ranked 98th, made headlines by breaking the Grand Slam dominance of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic with his victory at the 2020 US Open. However, he faced a setback due to a wrist injury in the following year, sidelining him for several months. Thiem reached the Australian Open final in 2020, losing to Djokovic, and is looking ...
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1Jan By source belowNo Comments
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Swapping Dale Steyn for Roger Federer, how Nandre Burger became South Africa cricket’s ‘next big thing’

[ad_1] Neil Levenson couldn’t contain his excitement. The year was 2014 and the cricket coach at the University of the Witwatersrand (WITS) in Johannesburg thought he’d just seen the future of South Africa’s pace bowling. He recognised that there was still a lot to work on – technical stuff such as the alignment from the landing foot to the release point – but all of that didn’t matter. The coach had seen enough – in one nets session – to be firm in his belief. And so, he made it known to the boy himself. “You could play professional cricket and bowl at 140kph.” There was however one tiny matter of concern.Nandre Burger didn’t want to become a professional cricketer. The sport for him had been more of a pastime at WITS, while he pursued a degree in sports psychology. Playing what little ...
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11Dec By source belowNo Comments
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Young rivals have awoken my inner ‘beast’: Novak Djokovic | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Next year, Novak Djokovic will turn 37, but the Serbian player believes that as youthful competitors bring out the "beast" in him, his hunger for glory will only grow.With three of the four Grand Slams won, the world number one had an incredible 2023. This brought his total to 24, two more than his fiercest opponent Rafael Nadal and four more above the retired Roger Federer.But Djokovic did not have it all his own way, as 22-year-old Jannik Sinner dashed his dreams of winning the Davis Cup and 20-year-old Carlos Alcaraz denied him a Wimbledon championship."The young guys who are very hungry and very inspired to play their best tennis against me is an additional motivation," Djokovic said on CBS News program "60 Minutes"."I think they kind of awaken a beast in me."Alcara...
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5Dec By source belowNo Comments
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ATP Rankings: Novak Djokovic ends year at No.1 for record 8th time | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Novak Djokovic capped off the 2023 ATP season by securing the year-end No. 1 spot for a record-extending eighth time, further solidifying his tennis legacy.Grand Slam TriumphsThe 24-time Grand Slam champion showcased his unparalleled skills by winning three of the four Grand Slam tournaments in 2023 — claiming victory at the Australian Open, French Open, and US Open. Djokovic's historic 24th Grand Slam title came in July at the US Open, where he demonstrated his dominance on the court.ATP Finals VictoryAdding to his illustrious season, the Serbian star engaged in a back-and-forth battle with Carlos Alcaraz at the ATP Finals in Turin and emerged victorious, marking his eighth ATP Finals title.Historic Rankings MilestoneDjokovic began his 400th week atop the ATP Rankings,...
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11Nov By source belowNo Comments
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Aussie dominance in cricket World Cups similar to Roger Federer’s in Grand Slams | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] Australia's domination of the cricket World Cup is like Roger Federer's domination at the tennis majors from Wimbledon 2004 to Australian Open 2010. Either Federer or the players who defeated Federer (Marat Safin, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Juan Martin Del Potro) won the 23 Grand Slams held in that phase.West Indies (1979) was the last team to win the World Cupwithout beating Australia. That was the lone exception.Otherwise, either Australia have won the World Cup or the teams which defeated them.1975: WI bt Aus in final.1979: Aus out in the group phase.. Did not meet winners West Indies1983: Ind bt Aus in group phase.1987: Aus champions1992: Pak bt Aus in nine-team round robin stage. The four teams that defeated Aus entered the semis. And four teams that lost to Aus missed ...
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20Sep By source belowNo Comments
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Roger Federer match-worn outfit from 20th major title run expected to fetch 29 lakhs at auction

[ad_1] Looking for an “inexpensive” way into the lucrative sports memorabilia market? One of Roger Federer’s match-worn outfits might be your ticket.Most Read 1 As Indo-Canadian relations sour, anxiety grips Indian students, residents who wish to settle in Canada 2 Jawan box office collection day 13: Shah Rukh Khan film to pass Rs 900 crore globally, just days away from overtaking Pathaan See More Not just any shirt and shorts, of course. An online auction that starts Wednesday is offering a Federer outfit from his winning run at the 2018 Australian Open. That was his 20th and final Grand Slam title. The Nike-made outfit is “expected to achieve up to $35,000 (2902581.50 rupees),” Prestige Memorabilia said. Both ...
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1Sep By source belowNo Comments
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Roger Federer watches Neeraj Chopra in action in Zurich leg of Diamond League

[ad_1] Roger Federer was among the 25,000-strong sell-out crowd at the Letzigrund Stadium as India’s Neeraj Chopra and tother top athletes of the world were in action in the Zurich leg of the Diamond League. The 20-time grand slam winner was in the attendance with his wife Mirka, their daughters Charlene Riva, Myla Rose and parents Robert and Lynette on Thursday night. Noah Lyles of the United States, who won the 200 meters in 19.80 seconds, showed his appreciation for the tennis legend’s presence in the stadium. The beat in the World watching the best in the World — Noah Lyles, OLY (@LylesNoah) August 31, 2023 Replying to one of the posts on X, Lyles commented, “The beat in the world watching the best in the world.”Most Read 1 Dharmendra abused house help, his mot...
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23Jul By source belowNo Comments
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‘We are like Nadal and Federer’: When 2023 Korea Open winners Satwik-Chirag had decoded their ‘ice and fire’ pairing

[ad_1] Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty added another piece of silverware to their cabinet as the two bested the world no. 1 Indonesian duo of Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Rian Ardianto on Sunday to clinch the Korea Open doubles title. What made the win even more commendable was that it came after they had dropped the opening game 17-21. But despite that early setback, the team was able to claw out a victory. The duo had shared the secret of their success earlier this month in a freewheeling interview with The Indian Express. “I think it’s the story of ice and fire,” said Chirag. “I’m the one who is a lot more aggressive, whereas Satwik is a lot calmer, like ice. I think that plays out quite well. For the both of us. I think our approach to the game is the same, like we think alike...
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18Jul By source belowNo Comments
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Carlos Alcaraz: The boy wonder | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] Alcaraz wows tennis world with stunning show in Wimbledon final; Djokovic calls him 'complete player'LONDON: It's a long trudge to Centre Court for the Wimbledon finalists, through the slightly curved corridor of the club house - the sun-kissed, glass-paneled walls on one side and The Championships documented through the years on the other. Seven-time champion Novak Djokovic's eyes sparked a monk-like focus, Carlos Alcaraz, the 20-year-old phenom, took in the large gathering at the entrance of the club.He smiled, perhaps to release the tension.Then they descended the stairs, the 36-year-old first, washed in the light of chandeliers, cameras trained at them. Prize fighters.Some five hours later, following a 1-6, 7-6 (6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 win over the 23-time major winner Djokovic, Alc...
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17Jul By source belowNo Comments
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Federer + Nadal + Djokovic = Alcaraz

[ad_1] A few weeks back Roger Federer was startled when he heard the lavish praise heaped on Carlos Alcaraz by his ex coach, the Croatian Ivan Ljubicic; that Alcaraz has a bit of Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic. Federer’s response was not to put so much pressure on the kid – “He said that? … It’s a lot to live up to”. On a windy Sunday evening, after losing an epic Wimbledon final, Novak Djokovic, a man who knows a thing or two about change of guards, would bring up that comparison.“I haven’t played a player like him ever, to be honest. I think people have been talking in the past 12 months or so about his game consisting of certain elements from Roger, Rafa, and myself. I would agree with that … I didn’t expect him to play so well this year on grass, but he’s proven he’s the b...
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