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NOVAK DJOKOVIC

Serbia's Novak Djokovic competes during the men's quarterfinals at the U.S. Open in New York on Tuesday.
TENNIS
Sep 3, 2025
Djokovic sets up Alcaraz blockbuster at U.S. Open as Sabalenka advances
Djokovic snuffed out Taylor Fritz's hopes of becoming the first U.S. man to win a Grand Slam singles title since 2003 and will now face Carlos Alcaraz for a place in the final.
Novak Djokovic in action against Jan-Lennard Struff in the fourth round of the men’s singles at the U.S. Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York
TENNIS
Sep 1, 2025
Djokovic makes Grand Slam history with commanding U.S. Open win
The victory moved Djokovic into his 64th Grand Slam quarterfinal, extending his all-time record, while keeping alive his pursuit of a record 25th major title.
Carlos Alcaraz hits a shot against Mattia Bellucci during their second-round match at the U.S. Open in New York on Wednesday.
TENNIS
Aug 28, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz cruises into second round at U.S. Open
Alcaraz, who could meet Djokovic in the semifinals at Flushing Meadows if the draw follows the seedings.
Novak Djokovic prepares to throw signed balls into the crowd after beating Learner Tien in the first round of the U.S. Open in New York on Sunday.
TENNIS
Aug 25, 2025
Novak Djokovic overcomes blisters to get off to winning start at U.S. Open
Djokovic won 6-1, 7-6 (7-3), 6-2 to launch his latest quest for a record 25th major title.
Jannik Sinner (left) celebrates with the trophy after winning the men's final against Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon in London, England on July 13.
TENNIS
Aug 22, 2025
Blockbuster 'Sincaraz' rivalry ready to light up U.S. Open
Sinner will likely need to win in New York to ensure he remains world No. 1, while Alcaraz can reclaim top spot if he advances one round further than Sinner.
Novak Djokovic in action with Olga Danilovic during their round of 16 mixed doubles match against Mirra Andreeva and Daniil Medvedev at the U.S. Open on Tuesday
TENNIS
Aug 21, 2025
Aging Djokovic out to turn back time in push for U.S. Open glory
Djokovic has placed all his chips on New York in what many see as his last realistic shot at Grand Slam glory.
Jannik Sinner plays a forehand return to Novak Djokovic during their Wimbledon semifinal on Friday.
TENNIS
Jul 12, 2025
Alcaraz and Sinner set to resume rivalry in Wimbledon final
Sinner demolished Novak Djokovic 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 in a Centre Court masterclass on Friday to reach his first Wimbledon title match and his fifth at the Grand Slams.
Novak Djokovic plays a forehand return to Flavio Cobolli during their Wimbledon quarterfinal match on Wednesday.
TENNIS
Jul 10, 2025
History-chasing Djokovic sets up Wimbledon showdown with Sinner
In the women's draw, five-time Grand Slam winner Iga Swiatek and former Olympic champion Belinda Bencic both reached the semi-finals for the first time.
Jannik Sinner (left) speaks with Grigor Dimitrov after the latter suffered an injury during their men's single's fourth-round match at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships in Wimbledon, London, on Monday.
TENNIS
Jul 8, 2025
Sinner wins Wimbledon reprieve as Djokovic survives
World No. 1 Sinner and seven-time champion Djokovic remain on course for a mouthwatering semifinal clash.
Novak Djokovic stretches for a forehand return during his win over Miomir Kecmanovic at Wimbledon on Saturday.
TENNIS
Jul 6, 2025
Djokovic thumps Kecmanovic for Wimbledon century and spot in last 16
The sixth seed's stellar display ensured that he became only the third player to claim 100 match wins on the All England Club lawns.
Novak Djokovic hits a return against Dan Evans during their second-round match at Wimbledon in London on Thursday.
TENNIS
Jul 4, 2025
Novak Djokovic builds momentum with dominant victory at Wimbledon
Barbora Krejcikova also made it through as her title defense continued.
Coco Gauff reacts as she plays against Dayana Yastremska during their match on the second day of Wimbledon on Tuesday.
TENNIS
Jul 2, 2025
Gauff ousted on day of Wimbledon shocks as Djokovic launches history bid
Instead of building on her success at the French Open, 21-year-old Gauff suffered her earliest Grand Slam exit since another first-round loss at Wimbledon in 2023.
Novak Djokovic takes part in an exhibition in London on Friday ahead of the start of Wimbledon.
TENNIS
Jun 29, 2025
Wimbledon offers Djokovic 'best chance' to make Grand Slam history
Djokovic is dreaming of putting an exclamation point on his incredible career by becoming the most successful singles player in tennis history.
Novak Djokovic plays a forehand return to Italy's Jannik Sinner during their men's singles semifinal match on day 13 of the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland-Garros Complex in Paris on June 6, 2025.
TENNIS
Jun 11, 2025
No rest, no gain: Novak Djokovic’s go-to tools for a mind and body reset
Japan residents with deep pockets now have a chance to replicate Djokovic’s wellness and longevity routines at Aman Tokyo.
Novak Djokovic waves to the crowd after his semifinal defeat at the French Open in Paris on Friday.
TENNIS
Jun 7, 2025
'Honoured' Djokovic hints at possible Roland Garros farewell after semifinal loss
Following his loss to Sinner, Djokovic stopped briefly on his way off Court Philippe Chatrier and took a moment to "show his gratitude" to the Paris crowd.
Novak Djokovic celebrates after defeating Alexander Zverev in the French Open quarterfinals in Paris on Wednesday.
TENNIS
Jun 5, 2025
Novak Djokovic silences doubters again on way French Open semifinals
The 24-time Grand Slam winner moves on to face world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the semifinals
Novak Djokovic eyes the ball as he plays against Cameron Norrie during their men's singles match on Day 9 of the French Open tennis tournament in Paris on Monday.
TENNIS
Jun 3, 2025
Djokovic cruises into record 19th French Open quarterfinal
The three-time French Open champion will renew his rivalry with third seed Alexander Zverev in the last eight on Wednesday.
Serbia's Novak Djokovic prepares to serve during his third-round French Open match against Austria's Filip Misolic on Saturday in Paris.
TENNIS
Jun 1, 2025
Djokovic and Sinner flex muscles to reach French Open last 16 as Keys survives
Djokovic eased past Austrian qualifier Filip Misolic 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 on Court Philippe Chatrier to keep his quest for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title on track.
French veteran Richard Gasquet played the final match of his career on Thursday at the French Open in Paris.
TENNIS
May 30, 2025
No. 1 Jannik Sinner moves ahead as Richard Gasquet says goodbye at French Open
French Open veteran Richard Gasquet's career ended with a defeat against world No. 1 Jannik Sinner, while seasoned veteran Novak Djokovic continued his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title by battling into the third round of the French Open on Thursday.
US Coco Gauff reacts after a point during her women's singles match against Australia's Olivia Gadecki on day 3 of the French Open tennis tournament in Paris on Tuesday.
TENNIS
May 28, 2025
Gauff finds groove after forgetting rackets as Medvedev exits
Gauff forgot to take her rackets to the court but reminded her rivals of her French Open title ambitions with a commanding first-round win.
More sweltering days forecast for September after hottest summer on record
By the end of August, 8,341 people had been transported by ambulance for heatstroke in Tokyo alone.
‘Mount Fuji Lawson’ becomes a symbol of Japan’s overtourism problem
A couple poses for a wedding photo in front of a Lawson in the town of Kawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, on Aug. 25.
Surrounded by Chinese bases, a tiny Philippine island stands firm
A Philippine Navy sailor looks at a China Coast Guard vessel just off the coast of Pag-asa Island in the disputed South China Sea last month.
Woman dies after possible knife attack in Setagaya
Police investigate the scene where a woman was found bleeding on a street in Tokyo's Setagaya Ward on Monday.
Suntory CEO Takeshi Niinami resigns over alleged possession of illegal drugs
Takeshi Niinami, then-chief executive officer of Suntory Holdings, in May 2024
Tamagotchi hatches 100 million shipments worldwide thanks to ’90s nostalgia
The latest version of Tamagotchi, called Tamagotchi Paradise, is awarded the best digital toy at Tokyo Toy Show on Aug. 28.
Why Stalin didn’t invade Hokkaido still largely unknown, 80 years after WWII
During a survey to collect the remains of victims from the Taito Maru, one of the vessels involved in the Three Ships Incident, a metal helmet was found near the stern of the vessel on Aug. 5, 1984, at Rumoi Port. No human remains were discovered.
More sweltering days forecast for September after hottest summer on record
By the end of August, 8,341 people had been transported by ambulance for heatstroke in Tokyo alone.
Surrounded by Chinese bases, a tiny Philippine island stands firm
A Philippine Navy sailor looks at a China Coast Guard vessel just off the coast of Pag-asa Island in the disputed South China Sea last month.
‘Mount Fuji Lawson’ becomes a symbol of Japan’s overtourism problem
A couple poses for a wedding photo in front of a Lawson in the town of Kawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, on Aug. 25.

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