Novak Djokovic surpasses rival Carlos Alcaraz in 2024 Olympics race standings after Paris Masters triumph

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz with Serbia's Novak Djokovic

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz with Serbia's Novak Djokovic

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With the passing of their prime years, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal have seen their dominance in the tennis world wane, paving the way for Novak Djokovic. The Serbian star won three out of four Grand Slam titles, including a record-breaking 24th at the US Open in September. After starting the year as world no. … Read more

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Nick Kyrgios’ new off-court venture adds flair to Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz showdown

Nick Kyrgios

Nick Kyrgios of Australia yells to his player’s box after losing a game in the third set to Karen Khachanov

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The tennis world has barely seen or heard of Nick Kyrgios this season. The Australian tennis player has been struggling with knee and wrist injuries after reaching his crescendo at his first Grand Slam final in Wimbledon which he lost to Novak Djokovic. An injury crisis has led Kyrgios to drop less than 250 in … Read more

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Serena Williams ex-coach sends shockwaves throughout the tennis world after hot take on who “had the best career” between Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal

Federer, Djokovic and Nadal

Federer, Djokovic and Nadal

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The debate over who stands as the greatest among the tennis Big Three will continue for years, mainly because this generation of tennis fans predominantly witnessed Djokovic’s era. Since 2011, Novak Djokovic has secured 23 Grand Slam titles, 35 Masters titles, and held the No. 1 ranking for 399 weeks. In contrast, Rafael Nadal and … Read more

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Lacoste CEO once defended Novak Djokovic by firmly rejecting the idea of choosing Rafael Nadal as ambassador

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Novak Djokovic

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After Novak Djokovic fell to a defeat against Carlos Alcaraz at the Wimbledon Championship in July, Nike, the official brand sponsor of the Spanish star, told the world that Djokovic was finished and tennis now belongs to the Alcaraz era. Since then, the Serbian star has won two Masters 1000s and a Grand Slam, while … Read more

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Novak Djokovic opens up about Paris Masters health scare after Grigor Dimitrov’s “tears of joy”

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Novak Djokovic lifting the trophy

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Novak Djokovic has been sensational this season. The 36-year-old tennis star has only lost once since winning Roland Garros after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final. The Serbian also won his 24th Grand Slam title in New York in September and became the men’s tennis player with the highest number of major titles. After 50 … Read more

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Novak Djokovic outlines year-end targets aiming for number one and Davis Cup glory after Paris Masters

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic lifting the Paris Masters

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One great attribute that has defined Novak Djokovic’s career is his hunger for more. Coming into 2023, Djokovic had won only the Wimbledon championship the previous year and was predicted to finish lower than Carlos Alcaraz. But the Serbian star has amazed critics by winning his 24th Grand Slam in the US Open and winning … Read more

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Minutes after securing 40th Masters win, Novak Djokovic discloses reason for oncoming hate without hesitation: ‘that’s why people don’t like me’

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic

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After Carlos Alcaraz ended the 2022 season as No. 1, many wrote out Novak Djokovic from the script as a great performer for 2023. But the Serbian has shown his worth and proven that he is the greatest of all-time tennis players. Winning three out of four Grand Slams this season, eclipsing Rafael Nadal and … Read more

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Fulfilling only one criterion will see Novak Djokovic finish the year at No. 1 spot after latest Paris Masters win

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic

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Novak Djokovic’s class has been a roller coaster this year. In July, Carlos Alcaraz’s sponsor Nike said that Novak Djokovic was finished and tennis was now in the Alcaraz era. But since then, the 36-year-old star has yet to lose a game with an impressive 18-0 record, winning three titles (the US Open, the Cincinnati … Read more

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Following Paris Master 2023 triumph, Novak Djokovic sheds light on having ‘mental advantage’ over his opponents as players believe he is ‘invincible’

Novak Djokovic

Djokovic lifting the Paris Masters title

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Novak Djokovic doesn’t look like a player who is aging at all. The 36-year-old star defeated three players en route to the Paris Masters Final and fought hard despite struggling with a stomach virus and exhaustion in the opening rounds of the Paris event. With an 18-match unbeaten streak, Djokovic displayed an incredible performance that … Read more

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Novak Djokovic secures 2023 Paris Masters title to extend his dominance over Tennis icons Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic lifting the trophy

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Novak Djokovic is not showing any sign of slowing down as he continues to rewrite the record books. The Serbian star became the first male player in history to win 24 Grand Slam titles and most weeks at No. 1 on the ATP rankings with 398, to name a few. At the Paris Masters, the … Read more

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