Novak Djokovic crashes out to world number 123 Luca Nardi
World number one Novak Djokovic has been dumped out of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells by lucky loser Luca Nardi.
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Djokovic targets peak form in Paris after patchy start to season
Novak Djokovic said he is building up to hit top form for his French Open title defence, after the world number one skipped last month's Madrid Masters and arrived early in Rome to continue his preparations for the year's second Grand Slam.
England Great Demands "Apology" For Djokovic, Victim Of Vaccine "Witch-hunt", After AstraZeneca Withdrawal
In 2022, Novak Djokovic was refused entry to Australia over his Covid-19 vaccine status. Djokovic, an outspoken vaccine sceptic, was held after arriving in Australia to play in the Australian Open. The all-time great's visa was revoked for failing to meet the country's tough pandemic restrictions, a development that reverberated globally and sparked an angry reaction from Serbia.
Nadal to make Rome return against qualifier
Spain’s Rafael Nadal serves the ball to Czech Republic’s Jiri Lehecka during the 2024 ATP Tour Madrid Open tournament round of 16 tennis match at Caja Magica in Madrid on April 30, 2024. (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP)
Asked To Pick GOAT Between Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Rohan Bopanna's Perfect Response
India tennis great Rohan Bopanna recently spoke about the greatness of legends like Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and Rafael Nadal. When asked to choose the greatest player out of the three, Bopanna gave a brilliant response. "Federer's elegance on the court is phenomenal, gracefully gliding with finesse, while Nadal's sheer power and determination dominates the clay. And then there's Djokovic, whose unmatched consistency and mental strength resemble a chess grandmaster strategizing every move meticulously. As for me, I'll say they're all GOATs, grazing on different pastures of tennis excellence," said Bopanna during a media briefing.
"Big-Game Players": Gukesh D Picks MS Dhoni And Tennis Great As 'Inspirations'
India's latest chess sensation D Gukesh admires the way charismatic former India skipper MS Dhoni and iconic tennis player Novak Djokovic soak intense pressure, saying he gets inspired by that special trait of the two special athletes. Gukesh, 17, scripted history by winning the Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto recently to become the youngest ever challenger to the world title, bettering a record created by the legendary Garry Kasparov 40 years ago. The triumph entitles Gukesh a clash against reigning world champion Ding Liren of China in the last quarter of the year.
"Big-Game Players": Gukesh D Picks MS Dhoni And Tennis Great As 'Inspirations'
India's latest chess sensation D Gukesh admires the way charismatic former India skipper MS Dhoni and iconic tennis player Novak Djokovic soak intense pressure, saying he gets inspired by that special trait of the two special athletes. Gukesh, 17, scripted history by winning the Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto recently to become the youngest ever challenger to the world title, bettering a record created by the legendary Garry Kasparov 40 years ago. The triumph entitles Gukesh a clash against reigning world champion Ding Liren of China in the last quarter of the year.
"Who Knows If I Will Get Another Chance": Novak Djokovic On Paris Olympics
The 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic is eyeing a significant achievement, the last big career milestone he has yet to achieve in his already legendary tennis career, an Olympic gold medal. Djokovic was named the 2023 Laureus World Sportsman of the Year for his outstanding exploits last year, which included titles at the Australian Open, French Open, and US Open. He also won the Western & Southern Open, the Paris Masters, and the ATP Finals, and finished 2023 as the World No. 1. The Serbian will head into the upcoming Paris Olympics with an aim of adding the gold medal to his illustrious trophy cabinet.
Novak Djokovic, Aitana Bonmati Crowned At Laureus Awards
Novak Djokovic was named World Sportsman of the Year for a record-equalling fifth time at the Laureus Awards ceremony on Monday, while Spanish footballer Aitana Bonmati won individual and team awards. Tennis great Djokovic, a record 24-time Grand Slam champion, equalled his former rival Roger Federer's tally at the prestigeous ceremony in Madrid. Djokovic, 36, won three Grand Slams last year along with the ATP Finals. "I am incredibly honoured to have won my fifth," said Djokovic.