News for 'Novak'

Is this why Djokovic and Alcaraz failed at US Open?

Is this why Djokovic and Alcaraz failed at US Open?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

'The romanticism of late night tennis in New York, it's time to move past that'

Alcaraz and Djokovic's Centre Court Reunion

Alcaraz and Djokovic's Centre Court Reunion

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

A Wimbledon social media post featuring both Alcaraz and Djokovic together teased fans

Shanghai Open: Djokovic downs Mensiks, advances to semis

Shanghai Open: Djokovic downs Mensiks, advances to semis

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Novak Djokovic dug out a 6-7(4) 6-1 6-4 win over Czech Jakub Mensik on Friday to advance to the semi-finals of the Shanghai Masters, where he will face Taylor Fritz.

Bonmati and Djokovic win top Laureus awards

Bonmati and Djokovic win top Laureus awards

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Spain's World Cup winning midfielder Aitana Bonmati was named the Sportswoman of the Year, while Serbia's Novak Djokovic captured the top men's honour at the Laureus awards ceremony on Monday.

Golden Slam in the bag, Djokovic eyes record 25th Major at US Open

Golden Slam in the bag, Djokovic eyes record 25th Major at US Open

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Daniil Medvedev, the 2021 champion, will need to shake off a run of poor form if he is to mount a challenge.

Rohit channels Djokovic in T20 World Cup celebration

Rohit channels Djokovic in T20 World Cup celebration

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Rohit was seen taking a curious victory bite - a mouthful of soil from the very pitch that witnessed India's triumph.

7 reasons why Novak Djokovic is king of the Australian Open

7 reasons why Novak Djokovic is king of the Australian Open

Rediff.com1 Feb 2015

When it comes to the Australian Open the Serbian reigns supreme.

PICS: Murray's farewell begins with emotional doubles defeat

PICS: Murray's farewell begins with emotional doubles defeat

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

It may not quite be the end for British great Andy Murray at Wimbledon but it felt like it as the 37-year-old received an emotional farewell after he and brother Jamie were beaten in the first round of the men's doubles on Thursday.

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Paris Masters

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Paris Masters

Rediff.com11 Nov 2011

Novak Djokovic pulled out of his quarter-final against Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga at the Paris Masters because of a shoulder injury, the world number one said on Friday.

No fairytale ending as Nadal bows out with defeat

No fairytale ending as Nadal bows out with defeat

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

'In some ways it is good, maybe, if that was my last match because I lost my first match in the Davis Cup and I lost my last one. We close the circle'

Novak Djokovic complains about delay and 'hole' on Centre Court

Novak Djokovic complains about delay and 'hole' on Centre Court

Rediff.com12 Jul 2017

Second seed Novak Djokovic complained of a "hole" on Centre Court at Wimbledon after beating Adrian Mannarino in his delayed fourth-round match on Tuesday.

US Open PICS: Zverev, Fritz to clash in quarter-finals

US Open PICS: Zverev, Fritz to clash in quarter-finals

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Images from the men's singles action at the US Open on Sunday.

PICS: Sinner sets up ATP Finals decider with Fritz

PICS: Sinner sets up ATP Finals decider with Fritz

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

Jannik Sinner's stupendous year may have been clouded by an anti-doping controversy but on the court he is finishing the season like an express train and has won 25 of his last 26 matches.

Injured Djokovic pulls out of French Open

Injured Djokovic pulls out of French Open

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Last year's runner-up and seventh seed Ruud will now advance to the semi-finals, where he could face fourth seed Alexander Zverev or 11th seed Alex de Minaur.

Sinner vs Medvedev: A new tennis rivalry you need to know about

Sinner vs Medvedev: A new tennis rivalry you need to know about

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Daniil Medvedev said he was enjoying his growing rivalry with world number one Jannik Sinner despite coming out on the wrong end of the scoreline

'Novak deserves like a little star next to his name right now'

'Novak deserves like a little star next to his name right now'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2016

Novak Djokovic deserves a "little star" next to his name for a spectacular 2015 season that saw him win three grand slams among his 11 titles but the men's game is not simply a matter of the Serb versus the rest, Roger Federer said.

Djokovic targets peak form at French Open

Djokovic targets peak form at French Open

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Novak Djokovic said he is building up to hit top form for his French Open title defence.

Carlos Alcaraz eyes World No 1 after Olympic silver

Carlos Alcaraz eyes World No 1 after Olympic silver

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Alcaraz returns to action at this week's Cincinnati Open, where he can gain ground on the Serb and Italian Jannik Sinner.

Chess whiz Gukesh reveals his inspiration: Find out who

Chess whiz Gukesh reveals his inspiration: Find out who

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

D Gukesh admires the way charismatic former India skipper MS Dhoni and iconic tennis player Novak Djokovic

SEE: Djoko Hits Steve Smith For 6!

SEE: Djoko Hits Steve Smith For 6!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Novak Djokovic tried his hand at cricket as he bowled and batted against Australia's star cricketer Steve Smith.

Djokovic has a 'special connection' with India

Djokovic has a 'special connection' with India

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

The 24-times Grand Slam champion expressed his desire to be part of a programme to help young kids in India take up tennis.

'King of Clay' Nadal calls time on stellar career

'King of Clay' Nadal calls time on stellar career

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Dubbed the 'King of Clay' for his jaw-dropping 112-4 win-loss record at the Paris major, Rafael Nadal's last Roland Garros triumph came in 2022.

Ruud upsets Djokovic to join Tsitsipas in Monte Carlo final

Ruud upsets Djokovic to join Tsitsipas in Monte Carlo final

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Casper Ruud stunned top seed Novak Djokovic 6-4 1-6 6-4 in a thrilling Monte Carlo Masters semi-final on Saturday, avenging his loss in last year's French Open final to set up a title clash with twice champion Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Djokovic splits with coach Ivanisevic

Djokovic splits with coach Ivanisevic

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Ivanisevic joined Djokovic's team in 2019 and helped the 36-year-old win nine Grand Slam titles.

Wimbledon PIX: Zverev, Djokovic, Rune cruise through

Wimbledon PIX: Zverev, Djokovic, Rune cruise through

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

IMAGES from Day 4 of the Wimbledon Championships, at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Thursday.

Nadal to skip US Open; plans to return at Laver Cup

Nadal to skip US Open; plans to return at Laver Cup

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Rafael Nadal has decided not to participate in the US Open due to concerns about his fitness

PIX: Standing ovation for Kate, Princess of Wales, at Wimbledon

PIX: Standing ovation for Kate, Princess of Wales, at Wimbledon

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Kate, Britain's Princess of Wales, arrived smiling at the Wimbledon tennis championships on Sunday to watch the men's singles final.

'Djokovic is human, I'm going in for the upset'

'Djokovic is human, I'm going in for the upset'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Djokovic 'just another player' for Popyrin ahead of Australian Open meeting

Italy's Errani-Paolini win women's doubles tennis gold

Italy's Errani-Paolini win women's doubles tennis gold

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Italy's Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini beat Mirra Andreeva and Diana Shnaider 2-6, 6-1, (10-7) to win Olympic gold in the women's doubles tennis on Sunday.

Sinner pulls out of Paris Games due to illness

Sinner pulls out of Paris Games due to illness

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the Paris Games due to tonsillitis.

Wimbledon PIX: Musetti stops Fritz; Djokovic gets walkover

Wimbledon PIX: Musetti stops Fritz; Djokovic gets walkover

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Lorenzo Musetti faces seven-times Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals.

'Don't think anyone will ever come close to Djokovic'

'Don't think anyone will ever come close to Djokovic'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

With the Australian Open currently on, defending champion Novak Djokovic has once again been dubbed as a favourite to retain the title, and former world No. 17 Bernard Tomic of Australia firmly believes there will be no one to challenge the great Serbian.

PIX: Djokovic, Alcaraz move closer to golden showdown

PIX: Djokovic, Alcaraz move closer to golden showdown

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Images from the Olympics tennis action at the Roland Garros, Paris, on Wednesday.

Novak Djokovic seals spot at season-ending ATP World Tour Finals

Novak Djokovic seals spot at season-ending ATP World Tour Finals

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

World number one Novak Djokovic will bid for a record fourth successive ATP World Tour Finals crown in London later this year after becoming the first man to qualify for the season-ender.

Alcaraz says fit for US Open after injury scare

Alcaraz says fit for US Open after injury scare

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

Carlos Alcaraz said he will be "at 100%" for the US Open despite stopping his training in New York on Saturday as a precaution after twisting his ankle.

Djokovic begs Nadal for 'one last dance'

Djokovic begs Nadal for 'one last dance'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

Novak Djokovic said he is still hoping for a final chapter in their storied rivalry.

US Open: Medvedev restores order, Sinner whips O'Connell to make Round 4

US Open: Medvedev restores order, Sinner whips O'Connell to make Round 4

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

World number one Jannik Sinner's bid for a second Grand Slam title continued to gain momentum as he thumped Christopher O'Connell 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 on Saturday to reach the US Open fourth round.

Djokovic unsure about French Open quarter-finals after knee injury

Djokovic unsure about French Open quarter-finals after knee injury

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Novak Djokovic said he has been experiencing slight discomfort in his right knee for a couple of weeks.

Alcaraz outlasts Sinner to win China Open crown

Alcaraz outlasts Sinner to win China Open crown

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

French Open and Wimbledon champion Alcaraz, who won both of his previous meetings with Sinner this year, recovered from a slow start to wrap up victory in three hours, 21 minutes and improve his head-to-head record with the Italian to 6-4.

Alcaraz-Djokovic in Wimbledon blockbuster repeat final

Alcaraz-Djokovic in Wimbledon blockbuster repeat final

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

Sunday's final promises a fitting climax to a soggy Championships, especially if it scales anywhere near the dizzy heights of last year's classic won by Alcaraz in five sets.