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Novak Djokovic reaches into his bag of tricks to see off plucky Alex de Minaur, but needs to find a higher level for tougher battles at Wimbledon
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Novak Djokovic reaches into his bag of tricks to see off plucky Alex de Minaur, but needs to find a higher level for tougher battles at Wimbledon

An hour into his fourth-round encounter against Alex de Minaur at Wimbledon on Monday, Novak Djokovic’s tournament had suddenly gone off script.A week of serenity had prevailed for the seven-time champion at the start of this year’s Championships. He had basked in the validation of the Centre Court crowd that had long kept the 24-time Major winner at an arm’s length. He had dominated three opponents so commandingly that talk of another title run – which would potentially bring his Wimbledon count to eight, equalling Roger Federer’s all-time record – had begun buzzing. Yet, there was the Serb: lying flat on his back in frustration at being unable to connect with a volley, remonstrating with the wind for conspiring against him and his carefully-crafted angles, shouting at his box after holdi...
‘This could have been the last match here’: Novak Djokovic uncertain of French Open return after Jannik Sinner semi-final jolt
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‘This could have been the last match here’: Novak Djokovic uncertain of French Open return after Jannik Sinner semi-final jolt

Novak Djokovic’s herculean bid to for a record 25th Grand Slam title ended with a hard-hitting straight sets defeat to world no. 1 Jannik Sinner in the semi-final of the French Open 2025 on Friday night. Despite putting on a stiff fight against the Italian at Court Philippe-Chatrier, Djokovic had to bow out with the scoreline reading 4-6, 5-7, 6-7 against the Serb. Visibly emotional after the defeat, the 38-year-old Serb said that he might have just played his last match at the Roland Garros, where he has championed thrice in 2016, 2021 and 2023. Djokovic, whose wins tally at the Parisian slam is only second to Rafael Nadal, kissed his hand and then placed it on the clay, hinting at a probable farewell to the stadium. Djokovic on French Open farewell Speaking during the post-match press c...
What did Andy Murray text Rafa Nadal after Arsenal’s Madrid UCL thrashing? Spaniard reveals at Roland-Garros
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What did Andy Murray text Rafa Nadal after Arsenal’s Madrid UCL thrashing? Spaniard reveals at Roland-Garros

Amidst his grand and emotional Roland-Garros farewell ceremony on Sunday, 14-time champion Rafael Nadal had the time to have a lively reunion with the other illustrious members of the Big Four – his long-time on-court rivals – Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray. While the moment brought together the four greats of men’s tennis this century, Nadal revealed an incident highlighting the snarky competitiveness that could get between them when it comes to other sports. Nadal revealed how Murray recently reconnected with him through messaging after the UEFA Champions League quarter-final between Arsenal and Real Madrid. The 5-1 result across two legs would have elated the Arsenal supporter in Murray, who recently completed his six-month time as Djokovic’s coach. Story continues ...
Novak Djokovic confirms coaching partnership with Andy Murray will continue
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Novak Djokovic confirms coaching partnership with Andy Murray will continue

Retired tennis player Andy Murray looks set to continue as Novak Djokovic’s coach. The Serb confirmed in a chat with the ATP Tour’s in-house media channel on Tuesday after his first-round exit from the Qatar Open. “I expressed my desire to continue the collaboration with him so I am really glad he did accept,” said Djokovic. Story continues below this ad “It is indefinite in terms of how long we are going to work together, but we agreed most likely in the States and some clay-court tournaments,” Djokovic added. “We will see how it goes after that.” Andy Murray 🤝 Novak Djokovic partnership continues! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/boWrOma0bY — BBC Sport (@BBCSport) February 18, 2025 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js Murray was working with Djokovic on a trial basis ahead of the ...
Novak Djokovic serves a lesson to Carlos Alcaraz with masterful disruptive tactics in Australian Open
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Novak Djokovic serves a lesson to Carlos Alcaraz with masterful disruptive tactics in Australian Open

Novak Djokovic may have the most impressive resume, the most complete game, and the sturdiest and longest period of success in the game’s history. The truly defining factor of his greatness, though, may be almost imperceptible, and equally hard to articulate: a complete mastery over the physical marathon and mental gymnastics of best-of-five sets tennis on the Grand Slam stage.At 37, with 24 Majors in tow, on the heels of a lacklustre year following the emergence of a new, young brigade, reasonable questions may have been asked if that mastery would ever be on show again. The answer is a resounding yes. Across four sets of compelling, high-octane tennis on a breezy summer evening at his favourite hunting ground – Melbourne Park’s Rod Laver Arena – Djokovic returned from a set down and a mi...
Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz, Australian Open 2025 QF Live Streaming: When and where to watch match live?
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Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz, Australian Open 2025 QF Live Streaming: When and where to watch match live?

Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz, Australian Open 2025, Badminton Men’s Singles Quarter Final Live Streaming Online Details: The intergenerational rivalry between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz will add another chapter to the saga as they both meet for the 8th time in history– this time at the Australian Open quarterfinal on Tuesday. History is at stake as Alcaraz aims to become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam with at least one trophy from all four of the most prestigious events in tennis. He has 2 Wimbledon crowns, won in 2023 and 2024 and a US Open which was won in 2022 as well as a French Open title, won in 2024. Djokovic on the other hand is trying to win his 11th Australian Open crown and become the first player in tennis history with 25 major singles championships...
Novak Djokovic backs Danielle Collins for standing up for herself: ‘I loved it… big fan of her’
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Novak Djokovic backs Danielle Collins for standing up for herself: ‘I loved it… big fan of her’

Novak Djokovic has backed Danielle Collins over her verbal tussle with jeering fans at the Australian Open. The Serbian got into his own verbal spat with heckler on Friday as he won his third round match against Tomas Machac of the Czech Republic. “I loved her response. I loved it. Everything she said on the court, off the court. Big fan of Danielle Collins after that. I was before. But now? Big fan. I love it,” a grinning Djokovic said at a news conference. “I heard some comments of people that she shouldn’t have said (this) or that. I think she handled it really well. I don’t think I would be that polite, and I know exactly the feeling. So I think she was funny, smart.” WATCH: Novak Djokovic backs Danielle Collins Novak Djokovic says he’s a big fan of Danielle Collins after her inter...