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US Open: Focus On New Big Two As Djoko Chases History!

US Open: Focus On New Big Two As Djoko Chases History!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Defending champion Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are aiming for a third successive Grand Slam final meeting when they take their high-voltage rivalry to the US Open while Novak Djokovic looks to foil the new generation as he hunts a 25th major.

Desi tennis star who will debut against Djoko

Desi tennis star who will debut against Djoko

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

All about the 19-year-old who will face Novak Djokovic in the first round of his debut Grand Slam, the 2025 Australian Open.

Visa Or No, Djoko ready for Australian Open

Visa Or No, Djoko ready for Australian Open

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

World No 1 Novak Djokovic began practice on Friday, January 14, 2022, to pursue a record 21st Grand Slam title at the Australian Open in Melbourne, which begins on Monday, January 17.

Relieved Rafa After Dogfight With Djoko

Relieved Rafa After Dogfight With Djoko

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

The 13-time French Open champion is chasing a record-extending 22nd men's Grand Slam title. But time may be running out for Rafa who has been suffering from a chronic foot injury that had put his participation at the clay court major in doubt.

SEE PIX! What's the rush? Umpire leaves Djoko frustrated

SEE PIX! What's the rush? Umpire leaves Djoko frustrated

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Chasing his 23rd Grand Slam, a frustrated Novak Djokovic was seen complaining to the umpire.

French Open PIX: Djoko dismantles Carballes; Zverev sees off Goffin

French Open PIX: Djoko dismantles Carballes; Zverev sees off Goffin

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Second seed Aryna Sabalenka beat Japanese qualifier Moyuka Uchijima 6-2 6-2 under the roof on Court Philippe-Chatrier on Thursday to move into the French Open third round.

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.

Serena, Djokovic, Spielberg Party In Paris

Serena, Djokovic, Spielberg Party In Paris

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Celebrities from the worlds of sports, fashion, music and film converged on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at the 'The Prelude To The Olympics' party at the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris.

Move Over Djoko, Jokic Is Here!

Move Over Djoko, Jokic Is Here!

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic was not the only Serb making sporting headlines this week. Nikola Jovic led the Detroit Nuggets to their first NBA Championship. Meet the Most Valuable Player of the NBA Finals.

Wimbledon: Another day, another milestone for Djoko!

Wimbledon: Another day, another milestone for Djoko!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Another day, another milestone reached for Novak Djokovic as he racked up Grand Slam victory number 350.

French Open: Djoko eyes Grand Slam record

French Open: Djoko eyes Grand Slam record

Rediff.com25 May 2023

With Rafael Nadal out with injury, can Novak Djokovic go past the Spaniard and pick up a record 23rd Grand Slam title.

'Looking forward to the day we play together'

'Looking forward to the day we play together'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

'When I got my 50th century recently, he put out a story and sent me a very nice message as well. So, there's been mutual admiration, respect. It's really nice to connect with global athletes who are excelling at a high level.'

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.

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.

Tricky test for Alcaraz; Djoko continues hunt for title No. 24

Tricky test for Alcaraz; Djoko continues hunt for title No. 24

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Novak Djokovic continues his hunt for a fifth straight Wimbledon title and eighth overall to equal Roger Federer's record haul when the Serbian meets Jannik Sinner.

Kate, William Watch Djoko, Cameron Win

Kate, William Watch Djoko, Cameron Win

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

Kate is a regular fixture at Wimbledon.

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.

French Open: Djoko canters into round two; Stephens lays down marker

French Open: Djoko canters into round two; Stephens lays down marker

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Novak Djokovic began his French Open campaign with a comfortable win.

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.

Djoko revels in familiar 'feeling' with 23rd Major within touching distance

Djoko revels in familiar 'feeling' with 23rd Major within touching distance

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

Within touching distance of Grand Slam No. 23, Novak Djokovic said he's in an ideal position to lift the record title in Paris.

Wawrinka sets up Djoko clash: 'I'll enjoy it if I don't get killed!'

Wawrinka sets up Djoko clash: 'I'll enjoy it if I don't get killed!'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Stan Wawrinka rolled back the years as the 38-year-old Swiss proved the old adage that class is permanent and form temporary by knocking out seeded Argentine Tomas Etcheverry.

Djoko row: 'We're living in a free world so why not say your opinion'

Djoko row: 'We're living in a free world so why not say your opinion'

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Elina Svitolina backed Novak Djokovic, who caused a furore over a statement related to Kosovo.

Dom's Take: Roger. Rafa. Djoko. GOAT!

Dom's Take: Roger. Rafa. Djoko. GOAT!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

Dominic Xavier salutes the three incomparable masters of the modern era: Roger Federer. Rafael Nadal. Novak Djokovic.

'An evening fit for champions'

'An evening fit for champions'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

Singles champions Novak Djokovic and Elena Rybakina were the star attractions at Sunday's Wimbledon Champions Ball.

What's Mbappe Doing At French Open Final?

What's Mbappe Doing At French Open Final?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic's parents, wife and children watched him win a record-breaking 23rd Grand Slam title at the Philippe Chatrier court on Sunday.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives Popyrin scare; Sabalenka cruises; Wozniacki, Jabeur exit

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives Popyrin scare; Sabalenka cruises; Wozniacki, Jabeur exit

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Images from Day 4 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Wednesday.

Djoko, Wozniacki put out romantic Valentine's Day wishes

Djoko, Wozniacki put out romantic Valentine's Day wishes

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

And taking time out to show their love for their beloveds were tennis stars.

Will it be Nadal versus Djoko in Sunday's final?

Will it be Nadal versus Djoko in Sunday's final?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Defending US Open champion Rafael Nadal and twice winner Novak Djokovic are one victory away from renewing their rivalry in the final with both expected to get through their semis on Friday.

PHOTOS: Djokovic tries his hand at cricket

PHOTOS: Djokovic tries his hand at cricket

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

The 29-year-old Serbian tried his hand at different sports including cricket, football, wheelchair tennis and basketball during 'A Night with Novak' at the Margaret Court Arena on Wednesday night.

Laver Cup: Europe leads despite shock defeat for Federer-Djoko

Laver Cup: Europe leads despite shock defeat for Federer-Djoko

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

All eyes were fixed on longtime rivals Federer and Djokovic as they took the court for the final match, combining forces to play together for the first time after Team Europe had swept the first three singles matches.

Djoko tames 'greatest enemy' before hitting the straps with Thiem win

Djoko tames 'greatest enemy' before hitting the straps with Thiem win

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

Six-time Australian Open champion Djokovic pulled out of a tournament in Abu Dhabi last week because of continuing problems with his right elbow and wore a sleeve over the joint during his round robin match against the Austrian.

Aus Open PHOTOS: Federer, Djoko, Sharapova cruise; Wozniacki stunned

Aus Open PHOTOS: Federer, Djoko, Sharapova cruise; Wozniacki stunned

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

Photos from Day 1 of the Australian Open matches played at Melbourne Park on Monday

Serena in heavy American quarter; Djoko, Nadal on collision course

Serena in heavy American quarter; Djoko, Nadal on collision course

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

Serena Williams must navigate a heavily American quarter of the draw including sister Venus to complete a calendar sweep of the four Grand Slams, while two sensational quarter-finals loom on the men's side after Thursday's U.S. Open draw.

5 men to watch out for at the Australian Open

5 men to watch out for at the Australian Open

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

While Federer and Nadal will look to reignite the flair and fight they showed to reach last year's final, 2018 could have a different script at play.

Aus Open draw: Federer faces unknown Bedene in opener; Djoko has it tough

Aus Open draw: Federer faces unknown Bedene in opener; Djoko has it tough

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

Djokovic is clubbed with Federer, Juan Martin Del Potro, David Goffin and Alexander Zverev.

Aus Open PHOTOS: Kvitova upset even as Djoko, Federer, Serena, cruise

Aus Open PHOTOS: Kvitova upset even as Djoko, Federer, Serena, cruise

Rediff.com20 Jan 2016

Images from Day 3 of the 2016 Australian Open in Melbourne, on Wednesday

Djoko, Wawrinka will have to play 'match of their lives' to beat Nadal

Djoko, Wawrinka will have to play 'match of their lives' to beat Nadal

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

"You can't think that (Kei) Nishikori, Dominic Thiem or Marin Cilic have a chance," the former French Open champion said.

French Open PIX: Djoko back on top before rain stops play, Radwanska exits

French Open PIX: Djoko back on top before rain stops play, Radwanska exits

Rediff.com31 May 2016

Sam Stosur powered into the French Open quarter-finals with a 7-6(0), 6-3 win against Simona Halep in Paris on Tuesday, adapting better to damp and heavy conditions than her higher-ranked Romanian opponent.

Australian Open Photos: Nadal routs Federer to enter final

Australian Open Photos: Nadal routs Federer to enter final

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

Images from Friday's Australian Open men's singles second semi-final between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer.

Meet the US Open men's semi-finalists

Meet the US Open men's semi-finalists

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Will it be Rafa versus Djoko in Sunday's final?