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'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.

Djokovic granted visa to play in 2023 Australian Open

Djokovic granted visa to play in 2023 Australian Open

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Novak Djokovic, who is Serbian, was deported from Australia in the leadup to the Grand Slam in January after he declined to be vaccinated.

Salaar Trailer: Non-Stop Action!

Salaar Trailer: Non-Stop Action!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

If Salaar is just a compendium of violent action, and an overuse of CGI, it would be a tedious watch, sighs Deepa Gahlot.

French Open PIX: Alcaraz, Swiatek, Tsitsipas move into quarters

French Open PIX: Alcaraz, Swiatek, Tsitsipas move into quarters

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

Images from Day 8 of the 2024 French Open at Roland Garros on Sunday.

Rublev wins Swedish Open; Novak to skip Canadian Masters

Rublev wins Swedish Open; Novak to skip Canadian Masters

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Russian Andrey Rublev beat Norwegian top seed Casper Ruud

PHOTOS: Djokovic relieved after exhausting Rublev duel

PHOTOS: Djokovic relieved after exhausting Rublev duel

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Djokovic will next face Sinner in what will be his 46th Grand Slam semi-final, equalling the record of eight-time champion Roger Federer.

Djokovic secures year-end No 1 title at ATP Finals

Djokovic secures year-end No 1 title at ATP Finals

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

The Serbian's 19th successive win ended any chance of Spain's Carlos Alcaraz overtaking him in the rankings this week.

Cincinnati Open: Medvedev cruises past Musetti

Cincinnati Open: Medvedev cruises past Musetti

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Former champion Daniil Medvedev beat Italy's Lorenzo Musetti 6-3 6-2 on Wednesday to reach the third round of the Cincinnati Open where Novak Djokovic was preparing to begin his U.S. Open preparations.

Serbian federation needs changes: Djokovic's dad

Serbian federation needs changes: Djokovic's dad

Rediff.com12 Dec 2010

Serbia's tennis federation (TSS) deserved no credit for the national team's maiden Davis Cup win and needed 'a thorough reconstruction', Srdjan Djokovic, father of world number three Novak Djokovic, said.

PICS, Indian Wells: Djokovic shocked by lucky loser Nardi

PICS, Indian Wells: Djokovic shocked by lucky loser Nardi

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Sabalenka overpowers Raducanu, Osaka falls

Djokovic accused of fuelling tension

Djokovic accused of fuelling tension

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Kosovo's tennis federation has accused Serbia's Novak Djokovic of aggravating an already tense situation after the world number three wrote that Kosovo was "the heart of Serbia" on a camera lens.

PIX: Novak Djokovic's epic Ryder Cup golf adventure!

PIX: Novak Djokovic's epic Ryder Cup golf adventure!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Djokovic was playing alongside world number one golfer with disabilities Kipp Popert as part of Colin Montgomerie's team which also featured Gareth Bale.

Djokovic makes history with Paris Masters Title

Djokovic makes history with Paris Masters Title

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

Djokovic's sixth trophy this season helped him to extend his lead over the second-ranked Carlos Alcaraz in the race to the year-end number one spot

PIX: Denver Nuggets beat Miami Heat to win first NBA title

PIX: Denver Nuggets beat Miami Heat to win first NBA title

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Denver Nuggets beat the Miami Heat 94-89 to bring a first NBA title to Mile High City.

Indian Wells Tennis PICS: Djokovic makes winning return

Indian Wells Tennis PICS: Djokovic makes winning return

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Gauff survives scare, Osaka advances

French Open: Djoko keeps bid alive for Grand Slam No. 23

French Open: Djoko keeps bid alive for Grand Slam No. 23

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic kept his bid alive for Grand Slam No. 23 as he entered the semifinals of the French Open.

Djokovic best in history: Rafael Nadal

Djokovic best in history: Rafael Nadal

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

With Novak Djokovic having overtaken his impressive haul of most major titles in men's tennis, Rafael Nadal conceded the Serbian is the best player in history.

If I'm not motivated, I wouldn't be here: Djokovic

If I'm not motivated, I wouldn't be here: Djokovic

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Novak Djokovic is returning to the US for the first time in two years after being denied entry due to being unvaccinated for COVID-19.

Switzerland move on to last 16 at Serbia's expense

Switzerland move on to last 16 at Serbia's expense

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Switzerland finished with six points, level with Group G winners Brazil but behind on goal difference. Serbia, who needed a win to give themselves a fighting chance of advancing, finished bottom of the group with only one point.

French Open: Djoko row overshadows Tsitsipas' comfortable win

French Open: Djoko row overshadows Tsitsipas' comfortable win

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Stefanos Tsitsipas enjoyed an incident-free path into the third round of the French Open with a win over Roberto Carballes Baena.

US Open defence and Djokovic rivalry await Alcaraz

US Open defence and Djokovic rivalry await Alcaraz

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The bull-like Alcaraz, playing only his second Grand Slam final compared to Djokovic's record 35, put on a show

Only my injuries are questioned, says angry Djokovic

Only my injuries are questioned, says angry Djokovic

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

Novak Djokovic said any questions over whether he has genuinely been struggling with a hamstring injury at the Australian Open only give him extra strength and motivation.

All Set To Win, Then This Happens!

All Set To Win, Then This Happens!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

The 2023 World Athletics Championships kicked off in Budapest on August 19.

Denver Basks In Festive Air Of Champions

Denver Basks In Festive Air Of Champions

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

After winning their first NBA title on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, the Denver Nuggets celebrated their historic victory, and how.

Injury scare? Djoko huffs and puffs into fourth round

Injury scare? Djoko huffs and puffs into fourth round

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic huffed and puffed but forced his way into the fourth round of the French Open.

PIX: Djokovic fans cause more chaos in Melbourne

PIX: Djokovic fans cause more chaos in Melbourne

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

At one stage, police deployed pepper spray.

Djokovic defends 'misused' father over Russia flag controversy

Djokovic defends 'misused' father over Russia flag controversy

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

Novak Djokovic defended his father after a video emerged showing him posing at the Australian Open with some fans holding Russian flags, saying he was "misused" by the individuals and that his family was against war.

In detention, Djokovic gets gluten-free food, laptop

In detention, Djokovic gets gluten-free food, laptop

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

Djokovic, who is seeking to win a record 21st Grand Slam title at the tournament this month, said in a legal challenge on Saturday that he had been given the medical exemption because he had contracted COVID-19 last month.

Djokovic vs Alcaraz rivalry heats up!

Djokovic vs Alcaraz rivalry heats up!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Novak Djokovic said his rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz was becoming like the one he shared with the Spaniard's compatriot, Rafa Nadal, after needing nearly four hours to outlast the 20-year-old world number one in an epic Cincinnati Open final on Sunday.

Messi dedicates his eighth Ballon d'Or to Argentina teammates, Maradona

Messi dedicates his eighth Ballon d'Or to Argentina teammates, Maradona

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Earlier, Messi's World Cup-winning team mate Emiliano Martinez won the Lev Yashin award for the world's best goalkeeper.

Wimbledon: Djokovic in charge before play suspended

Wimbledon: Djokovic in charge before play suspended

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Novak Djokovic grabbed a two-set lead in his fourth round match against Hubert Hurkacz before play was suspended at Wimbledon on Sunday.

Can Djokovic overcome past setbacks to clinch 24th Slam?

Can Djokovic overcome past setbacks to clinch 24th Slam?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

Fans are buzzing over the prospect of a rematch between world number one Alcaraz and second seed Djokovic in a potential New York finale

PIX! Djoko clinches 'toughest win' as he lifts third French Open trophy

PIX! Djoko clinches 'toughest win' as he lifts third French Open trophy

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic said winning a record 23rd men's singles Grand Slam title at the French Open was special given that it was always the toughest one to win for him.

Wimbledon champion Djokovic hopes to play in Australian Open

Wimbledon champion Djokovic hopes to play in Australian Open

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Australia scrapped a rule that required international travellers to declare their COVID vaccination status last week.

Man City sink Sevilla in shootout to win first Super Cup

Man City sink Sevilla in shootout to win first Super Cup

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Manchester City held their nerve to beat Sevilla 5-4 on penalties

Is Novak Djokovic the indisputable GOAT?

Is Novak Djokovic the indisputable GOAT?

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

Medvedev says all-conquering Djokovic is the 'greatest'

'Frenemies' Djokovic and Kyrgios to play practice match

'Frenemies' Djokovic and Kyrgios to play practice match

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

Australian Open organisers said "tennis' most famous frenemies" will play each other at Rod Laver Arena on Friday.

UWW ready to lift suspension of WFI after elections: Lalovic

UWW ready to lift suspension of WFI after elections: Lalovic

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

UWW will not interfere in the pending case relating to the alleged sexual harassment of Indian women grapplers by former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh but will "listen to the voices of athletes" if they approach the world body again, its chief Nenad Lalovic said on Monday.

Djokovic sails into French Open third round

Djokovic sails into French Open third round

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Djokovic raced into a 3-0 lead before his opponent found his rhythm to set up three break points at 4-2.