Former tennis star breaks down Carlos Alcaraz’s struggle with Novak Djokovic’s “diesel mode”

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz at the Wimbledon final

Via NPR

The Novak Djokovic-Carlos Alcaraz rivalry has been a revelation of a high-quality duel between two players of disparate ages. The differences between the two players in personality, age and experience have been diluted due to their sheer intensity in overcoming obstacles in the quest for success. However, statistics tell a different story. Yes, Alcaraz defeated … Read more

Dwarakesh Murali

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Novak Djokovic extends exclusive invitation to Hamad Medjedovic for joint session before 2024 Australian Open and ATP Cup

Novak Djokovic and Hamad Medjedovic

Novak Djokovic and Hamad Medjedovic

Via Tennis Tonic

Hamad Medjedovic reached career high 110 in the world ranking in 2023 after making it to the semifinals of the Astana Open in which he defeated former US Open champion Dominic Thiem and then the Gstaad Open, a huge leapfrog from the 674 position he was in 2021. Novak Djokovic has acted as an inspiration to … Read more

Victor Okechukwu

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Carlos Alcaraz impresses Iga Swiatek with spectacular shot after Novak Djokovic bold declaration

Carlos Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz

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Even before the first half of the 2023 season, Carlos Alcaraz already had six ATP titles, including an Indian Wells Masters 1000 title. The Spaniard was soaring high and struck his greatest win for him when he defeated Novak Djokovic at the Wimbledon final to lift his second career Grand Slam title.  However, after disappointing … Read more

Victor Okechukwu

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Feliciano Lopez claims Carlos Alcaraz has the guts to confront Novak Djokovic without fear despite his current dip in form

Carlos Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz

Via The Statesman

Carlos Alcaraz caught the eyes of the tennis world last year after beating Casper Ruud in the finals of the US Open to claim his first Grand Slam and has since been in fine form. This season, Alcaraz won the Madrid Opens, the Indian Wells tournament, and the most famous of all, the Wimbledon Championship, … Read more

Victor Okechukwu

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Holger Rune asserts Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and himself must consistently beat Novak Djokovic “to dominate” the future of tennis

Novak Djokovic

Holger Rune, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz

Via Tennisbuzz

Despite being an amazing tennis player with practically no weaknesses except for his age, Novak Djokovic keeps showing class. The Serbian star has gotten better this season than the two previous years, which is what keeps him on top of the sport despite his direct competitors improving as well. Notwithstanding, youngsters like Holger Rune, Carlos … Read more

Victor Okechukwu

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Who is Novak Djokovic’s protege Hamad Medjedovic winning the Next Gen ATP title by defeating Arthur Fils?

Hamad Medjedovic

Hamad Medjedovic

Via ESPN

Novak Djokovic has acted as an inspiration for rising tennis sensation Hamad Medjedovic since he was 10 when they met in Serbia, their home country. Since then, Djokovic has also played a big role in smoothing the path for the younger Serbian to become a professional, especially with regards to financial support and motivation. This … Read more

Victor Okechukwu

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Cameron Norrie ranks Novak Djokovic as his most difficult rival compared to Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer

Novak Djokovic

Cameron Norrie and Novak Djokovic

Via Tennis Majors

Over the past two decades, Novak Djokovic, with Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, took over the world of tennis and it was as though no one except them could win any of the big tournaments. Amongst the Big Three that held the reigns of tennis for the two decades, Djokovic continues surpassing all the numbers. … Read more

Victor Okechukwu

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Wimbledon champ Carlos Alcaraz takes sly jab at Novak Djokovich, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal despite trophy drought

Carlos Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz at 2023 Wimbledon

Via CNN

Carlos Alcaraz has seen his stock value rise to massive proportions this year owing to his massive successes at major ATP tournaments. There is a growing echo of opinions that the 20-year-old Spaniard is an apt successor to the ‘Big 3’– Federer, Nadal and Djokovic. While statistically speaking, Alcaraz is showcasing his ability to reach … Read more

Dwarakesh Murali

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Holger Rune drops bold claims for his first 2024 Grand Slam event, predicting victory against Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open

Holger Rune and Novak Djokovic

Holger Rune and Novak Djokovic

Via ATP Tour

Novak Djokovic’s impressive performance at the age of 36 has had a significant impact on numerous players. In the past, Novak Djokovic has consistently faced tough competition from Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. However, with Federer’s retirement and Nadal’s injury sidelining him, Djokovic has truly shined this season. He won an impressive seven out of … Read more

Victor Okechukwu

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Carlos Alcaraz claims cheers from Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal supporters add ‘extra motivation’ when playing against Novak Djokovic

Carlos Alcaraz

Alcaraz

Via Eurosport

They might be separated by an age gap of 16 years, but when it comes to a sporting rivalry, there is not much to split between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. The duo has met three times this year, with Novak Djokovic leading with two wins. Furthermore, with the Serbian breaking and extending records this … Read more

Victor Okechukwu

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