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Djokovic, Tsonga in Wimbledon rematch

Djokovic, Tsonga in Wimbledon rematch

Rediff.com13 Aug 2011

Novak Djokovic's reign as world number one remained unblemished as the Serb blasted Frenchman Gael Monfils 6-2, 6-1 off the court to ease into the semi-finals of the Montreal Masters on Friday.

When devastating Djokovic left Rod Laver Arena crowd cold!

When devastating Djokovic left Rod Laver Arena crowd cold!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2016

Champion Novak Djokovic was unable to draw much support from the crowd at Rod Laver Arena during his 6-1, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 semi-final win over sentimental favourite Roger Federer on Thursday, but the Serb found vital friends in the weather and the net-cord.

Djokovic determined not to get carried away with success

Djokovic determined not to get carried away with success

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Novak Djokovic has vowed not to become over-confident as he seeks to extend a 15-match winning streak when he returns to action in Dubai, his first tournament since winning a sixth Australian Open title last month.

Djokovic wins Eastbourne, brings Ancic into coaching team

Djokovic wins Eastbourne, brings Ancic into coaching team

Rediff.com1 Jul 2017

Novak Djokovic looked to have regained his confidence and form just in time for a concerted Wimbledon assault as he carved out an emphatic win over Gael Monfils in the Aegon International grasscourt final at Eastbourne on Saturday.

Rio shock! Del Potro sends Djokovic packing

Rio shock! Del Potro sends Djokovic packing

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

World number one Novak Djokovic was dumped out of Rio Games in the first round on Sunday by Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro, who also defeated him in the bronze medal match at the London Olympics.

Australian Open: Djokovic powers past Murray for title

Australian Open: Djokovic powers past Murray for title

Rediff.com1 Feb 2015

Novak Djokovic reasserted his rule over the hard-courts of Melbourne Park

Lip-smacking Aus Open semis! Djokovic to meet Federer

Lip-smacking Aus Open semis! Djokovic to meet Federer

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

Reigning champion Novak Djokovic and No 3 seed Roger Federer will square off in a modern tennis classic when they take to centre court in the first men's semi-final at the Australian Open on Thursday.

I do not feel unloved by opposition fans: Djokovic

I do not feel unloved by opposition fans: Djokovic

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

Tennis pundits have often suggested that Djokovic gets infuriated as well as galvanised by overwhelming support for Federer and Nadal when he locks horns with them

Djokovic exit ends 'Big Three' reign over Grand Slams

Djokovic exit ends 'Big Three' reign over Grand Slams

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

Not since Stan Wawrinka's 2016 US Open triumph has a Grand Slam been won by someone other than the 'Big Three', winners of the last 13 major titles.

Indian Wells: Djokovic, Federer in semis

Indian Wells: Djokovic, Federer in semis

Rediff.com19 Mar 2011

Serb Novak Djokovic moved relentlessly into the Indian Wells semi-finals on Friday, setting up a mouth-watering clash in the last four with Roger Federer for the Swiss world number two's ranking.

Djokovic doubtful for Australian Open?

Djokovic doubtful for Australian Open?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

Former world number one Novak Djokovic's preparation for next month's Australian Open suffered a blow after he pulled out of the season-opening exhibition event in Abu Dhabi on Friday due to pain in his right elbow.

Djokovic battles past gutsy Murray

Djokovic battles past gutsy Murray

Rediff.com15 May 2011

Rafa Nadal and Novak Djokovic will clash at the Rome Masters in another dream showpiece on clay after winning their semi-finals Saturday in vastly different circumstances with the French Open just over a week away.

Djokovic makes confident start

Djokovic makes confident start

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

The third seed registered an emphatic 6-0, 6-2, 7-6 win over German Benjamin Becker in the first round of the Australian Open

Djokovic bamboozles Khachanov with drop shots in Dubai

Djokovic bamboozles Khachanov with drop shots in Dubai

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Novak Djokovic used a dizzying array of drop shots to make short work of Karen Khachanov at the Dubai Open on Thursday, reaching the semi-finals with a dominant 6-2, 6-2 win over the Russian seventh seed.

Djokovic in injury fright at Hopman Cup

Djokovic in injury fright at Hopman Cup

Rediff.com31 Dec 2012

Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic suffered an injury scare at the Hopman Cup on Monday when the world No1 hurt his leg as fans pushed towards him while he signed autographs.

ATP Finals: Medvedev routs Djokovic in straight sets

ATP Finals: Medvedev routs Djokovic in straight sets

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

World number one Novak Djokovic had enough on his plate already on Wednesday without marauding Russian Daniil Medvedev pummelling him to a shock 6-3, 6-3 defeat at the ATP Finals.

The one big concern for Djokovic about US Open

The one big concern for Djokovic about US Open

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

World number one Novak Djokovic says he is excited by the prospect of playing at the US Open but says it would only be fair if every player eligible is able to compete. The Unites States Tennis Association (USTA) announced this week that the US Open would go ahead at the end of August without fans and with strict health protocols in place.

Djokovic plays down Wimbledon chances

Djokovic plays down Wimbledon chances

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

His Queen's run, plus a quarter-final at the French Open suggest Novaj Djokovic, who will climb back into the world's top 20 on Monday, is ready for a lengthy run at Wimbledon.

Djokovic to meet Tsonga in China final

Djokovic to meet Tsonga in China final

Rediff.com6 Oct 2012

Top seed Serb Novak Djokovic brushed aside German Florian Mayer on Saturday to set up a final clash with Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the China Open.

Djokovic through, Somdev out of Dubai C'ship

Djokovic through, Somdev out of Dubai C'ship

Rediff.com25 Feb 2010

Novak Djokovic recovered from a set down to defeat fellow Serb Viktor Troicki 3-6, 6-4, 6-2 in the second round of the Dubai Championships on Wednesday, while India's Somdev Devvarman lost to Cypriot Marcos Baghdatis.

Dominant Djokovic races past Lajovic in Monte Carlo

Dominant Djokovic races past Lajovic in Monte Carlo

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Former world number one Novak Djokovic showed signs of rediscovering his form with a dominant 6-0, 6-1 victory over Dusan Lajovic in the opening round of the Monte Carlo Masters.

Lack of love fuels Djokovic desire to be top dog

Lack of love fuels Djokovic desire to be top dog

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

Novak Djokovic is arguably the best returner the game has ever seen, is the best athlete and has an engaging personality, there is only so much love to go around.

It's official! Djokovic set to marry girlfriend Ristic

It's official! Djokovic set to marry girlfriend Ristic

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

World No 1 tennis player Novak Djokovic, announced via social media on Wednesday that he was engaged to marry his longtime girlfriend, Jelena Ristic.

Federer, Djokovic to clash in Rome semis

Federer, Djokovic to clash in Rome semis

Rediff.com19 May 2012

Novak Djokovic and Rafa Nadal moved a step closer to another possible final showdown after recording straight-set wins in the quarter-finals of the Rome Masters on Friday.

Djokovic ends partnership with coach Stepanek following Agassi split

Djokovic ends partnership with coach Stepanek following Agassi split

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

Novak Djokovic has parted company with coach Radek Stepanek days after the departure of head coach Andre Agassi from his team, the former world number one announced on Wednesday.

Tsonga surrenders in face of Djokovic juggernaut

Tsonga surrenders in face of Djokovic juggernaut

Rediff.com14 Aug 2011

World number one Novak Djokovic advanced to the final of the Montreal Masters when Frenchman Jo Wilfried Tsonga retired trailing 6-4, 3-0 on Saturday, leaving the sensational Serb on the brink of a record-smashing title.

Djokovic insists he didn't fake it; willing to talk to Murray

Djokovic insists he didn't fake it; willing to talk to Murray

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Novak Djokovic has invited Britain's Andy Murray to clear-the-air talks.

Murray threatens Djokovic's ranking

Murray threatens Djokovic's ranking

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

Andy Murray begins his late-season assault on Novak Djokovic's world number one ranking at the China Open this week hoping to take a chunk out of the 4,695-point gap separating them.

Why Djokovic is facing resistance from Federer, Nadal

Why Djokovic is facing resistance from Federer, Nadal

Rediff.com30 Aug 2020

Novak Djokovic announced his resignation as head of the ATP's Player Council and intends to form a new breakaway body to represent athletes -- but his plans have immediately met with stiff resistance from within tennis.

'Injured Djokovic will come back mentally stronger'

'Injured Djokovic will come back mentally stronger'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

'It will take time for him to get his intensity back'

Djokovic in contention for No.1 spot after Asian 'double'

Djokovic in contention for No.1 spot after Asian 'double'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2012

With twin successes on the Asian swing of the ATP Tour, Novak Djokovic is back in the reckoning in a comparatively less successful year. And with no points to defend in the weeks ahead, the Serb, says Bikash Mohapatra, is the lone challenger to Roger Federer in the race for the year-end No.1 ranking.

Wimbledon PHOTOS: Djokovic, Jabeur advance; Kerber out

Wimbledon PHOTOS: Djokovic, Jabeur advance; Kerber out

Rediff.com2 Jul 2022

IMAGES from Day 5 of the Wimbledon Championships at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on Friday.

Djokovic-Murray lockdown 'knockabout' has fans in awe

Djokovic-Murray lockdown 'knockabout' has fans in awe

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

Live tennis action is a fading memory during the coronavirus shutdown but 20,000 fans tuned in to watch old rivals Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray chew the fat on Instagram on Friday. Sitting on their sofas at home, the duo spent an entertaining hour reminiscing about some of the classics in their 36-match series, painful losses and even came up with the perfect tennis player.

McEnroe urges Agassi to spend more time with Djokovic

McEnroe urges Agassi to spend more time with Djokovic

Rediff.com26 Jun 2017

Andre Agassi and world number four Novak Djokovic need to work together for at least a month if the American's coaching is to have a long-term impact on the struggling Serb's game, three-times Wimbledon champion John McEnroe said.

Djokovic, Nadal punch quarter-final tickets

Djokovic, Nadal punch quarter-final tickets

Rediff.com28 Mar 2012

World number one Novak Djokovic and second ranked Rafa Nadal moved into the quarter-finals of the Sony Ericsson Open with straight set victories on Tuesday.

PIX: 57 rallies, high humidity -- Djokovic ground by Millman before win

PIX: 57 rallies, high humidity -- Djokovic ground by Millman before win

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

'Almost three hours. It's midnight now. Credit to John for putting up a great battle'

PIX: Federer survives huge scare; Djokovic eases through

PIX: Federer survives huge scare; Djokovic eases through

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

Roger Federer faced down local battler John Millman 4-6, 7-6(2), 6-4, 4-6, 7-6(8) in a five-set thriller on Friday night to reach the last 16 of the Australian Open. Defending champion Novak Djokovic thumped Japanese Yoshihito Nishioka 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 in the third round of the Australian Open on Friday to stay on course for a record-extending eighth title at Melbourne Park. Images from Day 5 of the 2020 Australian Open.

PIX: Medvedev outlasts Zverev to book Sinner showdown in Melbourne final

PIX: Medvedev outlasts Zverev to book Sinner showdown in Melbourne final

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

IMAGES from the Australian Open Men's semi-finals played on Friday.

Destiny's child Djokovic speechless after surpassing Sampras

Destiny's child Djokovic speechless after surpassing Sampras

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

'It ranks right at the top. Under the circumstances, playing against Nadal, such an important match, it's amazing," the 31-year-old told reporters after needing barely two hours to extend his perfect record in seven Australian Open finals'

Chung gives Djokovic a taste of his own medicine

Chung gives Djokovic a taste of his own medicine

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

Djokovic, who has ruled like no other on Rod Laver Arena simply had no answer as Chung, nine years his junior, wore him into the ground to win.