Novak Djokovic
Coverage of Novak Djokovic in the Nexus archive.
- Years of pent-up emotions came flooding out of Alexander Zverev when he finally won the French Open
Alexander Zverev won his first Grand Slam title at the French Open, defeating Flavio Cobolli in a five-set final. The victory ended years of frustration for Zverev, who had previously lost finals at Roland Garros in 2022 and 2024. With top rivals Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz absent, Zverev claimed the Coupe des Mousquetaires trophy in his fourth major final.
- Martina Navratilova says wide-open French Open is good for tennis: ‘You need suspense’
Martina Navratilova praises the unpredictable 2024 French Open, noting the absence of top players like Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff, and Aryna Sabalenka has created suspense and opportunities for new champions. She argues this openness revitalizes tennis by reducing predictability and fostering competition among more players.
- Frances Tiafoe vs. Matteo Arnaldi prediction: French Open odds, picks, best bets
Frances Tiafoe is in the Round of 16 at the French Open and will not face a seeded player until at least the semifinals. Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic have all been eliminated, making a potential Grand Slam victory possible for Tiafoe.
- Joao Fonseca vs. Casper Ruud prediction: French Open odds, picks, best bets
Joao Fonseca is generating significant attention after defeating Novak Djokovic. The article focuses on predictions and odds for his upcoming match against Casper Ruud at the French Open.
- Djokovic knocked out of French Open by Brazilian teenager
Joao Fonseca, a Brazilian teenager, defeated Novak Djokovic at the French Open on day six at Stade Roland Garros.
- Djokovic’s 25th Slam bid ends in a grueling French Open loss to Brazilian teenager
Novak Djokovic's bid for a record 25th Grand Slam ended with a grueling 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 loss to Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca in the third round of the French Open. The 39-year-old Serb, a three-time Roland Garros champion, faced a 20-year-younger opponent who showcased resilience and powerful serves, including three consecutive aces to clinch the match.
- Five of the most shocking upsets in sports history, from Michigan-App State to Virginia-UMBC
The article discusses major sports upsets including Jannik Sinner's second-round French Open loss after a two-set lead, Novak Djokovic's 2017 Australian Open exit to Denis Istomin, and the Golden State Warriors' NBA Finals collapse against the Cleveland Cavaliers. It highlights how top-ranked athletes and teams faced unexpected defeats.
- Novak Djokovic vs. Joao Fonseca prediction: French Open odds, picks, best bet, preview
Novak Djokovic and Joao Fonseca are set to face off at the French Open in a match described as a clash of generations. The article previews the upcoming encounter but provides no further details about the players or their odds.
- Indian Firms Face Tougher Investor Scrutiny as Rupee Hits Record Lows
Indian firms are facing increased scrutiny from investors as the Indian rupee reaches record lows. Serbia's Novak Djokovic was seen wiping his face with a towel during the Wimbledon Championships.
- What to know about the heat policy at the French Open
The French Open's extreme weather policy, which includes cooling breaks and potential suspensions based on Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT), has not been activated despite recent heat. Temperatures during Jannik Sinner's match reached 32°C (90°F) but did not meet the threshold for intervention. Novak Djokovic suggested scheduling more night matches during extreme heat to mitigate conditions.
- French Open prediction: Novak Djokovic vs. Valentin Royer pick, preview, best bet
Novak Djokovic overcame a challenging first-round match at the 2026 French Open, defeating Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 after dropping the first set. The 39-year-old Serbian star demonstrated resilience to advance, setting up a potential clash with Valentin Royer.
- Novak Djokovic vs. Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard prediction: French Open odds, picks, best bet
Novak Djokovic narrowly missed his 25th Grand Slam at the Australian Open, losing to Carlos Alcaraz in the final. Alcaraz became the youngest player to complete the career grand slam. The article discusses Djokovic's upcoming match against Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard at the French Open.