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Novak Djokovic won the ATP Finals title last year by beating Italy’s Jannik Sinner in the final. Photo: Reuters

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With a grey sleeve over his surgically repaired knee, Djokovic racked up almost twice as many unforced errors as winners against Moldova’s Radu Albot. Photo: AFP

Zheng, Gauff, Djokovic take to the courts as US Open at Flushing Meadow starts

Olympic champion Zheng hopes to be China’s first grand slam winner in 10 years, while it is the last chance for a major this year for the Serb.

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Not such a lazy Sunday in Paris: 5 things to know for day 9 at the Olympics

The rivalry between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz is a good appetiser to the first among equals of Olympic events, the men’s 100m.

Noah Lyles (centre) is among the ones to watch in the men’s 100m final later today. Photo: AP

Novak Djokovic hails Zheng Qinwen Olympic run, ‘huge for China and our sport’

Men’s greatest of all time toasts emergence of Chinese champion, ‘they have been waiting since Li Na’.

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Fan Zhendong risked exiting men’s table tennis and leaving China without a medal, while Zhang Yufei faced Summer McIntosh in 200m butterfly.

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Djokovic vows to improve after Wimbledon final loss, eyes Paris Olympics gold

The Serb, 37, reached his first grand slam final of 2024 but remains without any title this year after being beaten in straight sets by Carlos Alcaraz.

Novak Djokovic cuts a dejected figure during his Wimbledon final defeat to Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets. Photo: Reuters

Alcaraz overpowers Djokovic in straight sets to retain Wimbledon title

Spanish third seed dropped just four matches in first two sets against the Serbian seven-time champion to collect his fourth grand slam.

Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz with the Wimbledon trophy after winning the men’s singles final against Serbia’s Novak Djokovic in London on Sunday. Photo: Reuters

Recovering Murray, Djokovic included in Wimbledon draw; mix-up among women

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz drawn to face top seed Jannik Sinner in the semi-finals while women’s top seed Iga Świątek is in same section as last year’s winner, Marketa Vondrousova.

Why fans love Novak Djokovic’s quirky ‘psychologist’ wife, Jelena Djokovic

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Djokovic says his knee surgery ‘went well’ and wants a return to competition soon

The Serb had an operation on Wednesday after tearing a meniscus at the French Open, threatening his Wimbledon and Olympics chances.

Djokovic receives assistance during his match on Monday. He withdrew from the tournament the next day. Photo: AP

World No 1 Novak Djokovic withdraws from French Open due to knee injury

Novak Djokovic withdrew from the French Open with an injured right knee on Tuesday, ending his title defence and meaning he will relinquish the No 1 ranking.

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic withdrew from the French Open with an injured right knee on Tuesday, ending his title defense and meaning he will relinquish the No. 1 ranking. Photo: AP

Djokovic looks to overcome ‘bumps on road’ as he starts French Open title defence

The Serbian world No 1, who is seeking his fourth Roland Garros title and record-extending 25th major, is on his worst run of form since 2018.

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Djokovic confirms he will not play in China this year

World No 1 will be absent from Shanghai Masters in October and says ‘I will be missing my fans in China’.

Novak Djokovic holds his trophy after winning the 2015 Shanghai Masters final. Photo: AFP

US Open: Djokovic not setting limit on grand slam titles after 24th win

The Serbian beats Daniil Medvedev in straight sets on Sunday, matching Margaret Court’s all-time mark for most major titles.

Imitation is flattery, says Shelton, after Djokovic copies phone celebration

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Jelena Djokovic at Wimbledon 2023. Photo: @jelenadjokovicndf/Instagram

Djokovic seeks 24th slam after missing 2022 US Open for refusal to vaccinate

Djokovic, who has not lost in the opening round of a grand slam since the 2006 Australian Open, plays world No 84 Alexandre Muller on Tuesday.

Novak Djokovic was unable to play in the 2022 US Open because he was not vaccinated against Covid-19. Photo: AP

Djokovic survives ‘toughest match ever’ to beat Alcaraz in Cincy final

The 23-time grand slam champion edges longest best-of-three set final in ATP Tour history after three hours and 44 minutes.

Djokovic, Alcaraz set for era-defining finals clash at Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic cruises past Jannik Sinner in three sets before Carlos Alcaraz does same against Daniil Medvedev.

Djokovic, Swiatek begin title quests with easy wins at rain-hit Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic is chasing 24th grand slam and seeking to match Roger Federer’s 8 titles at All England Club.

Novak Djokovic acknowledges the crowd after beating Pedro Cachin in the first round of the men’s singles at Wimbledon. Photo: DPA

History-making Djokovic claims record 23rd grand slam triumph

Serbian Novak Djokovic defeated Casper Ruud of Norway 7-6 (7/1), 6-3, 7-5 at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris on Sunday to snap the tie of 22 grand slams he shared with career-long rival Rafael Nadal.

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic of Serbia beat Norway’s Casper Ruud to win the French Open tennis tournament at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France on Sunday. Photo: EPA-EFE

Djokovic says ‘I don’t want to stop here’ after Australian Open win

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22 May 1987
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last updated:
7 October, 2024
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