Novak Djokovic’s ‘appalling’ act towards Luca Nardi after meltdown at Indian Wells

Novak Djokovic’s appalling post-game act called out. Matthew Stockman/Getty Images/AFP.

[ad_1] Novak Djokovic just couldn’t keep his emotions in check after suffering a complete meltdown during his round of 32 loss to Luca Nardi at Indian Wells. The world number one was knocked out of the event, dubbed tennis’ fifth major, by the world No. 123 in scenes that stunned fans. Watch selected NRL & … Read more

Novak Djokovic loses to Luca Nardi at Indian Wells, biggest upset as world No.1 beaten by qualifying lucky loser, news

INDIAN WELLS, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 11: Luca Nardi of Italy is congratulated by Novak Djokovic of Serbia after their match during the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells Tennis Garden on March 11, 2024 in Indian Wells, California. Matthew Stockman/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by MATTHEW STOCKMAN / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

[ad_1] Qualifying lucky loser Luca Nardi scored the biggest win of his young career on Monday, stunning world number one Novak Djokovic 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 at the ATP-WTA Indian Wells Masters. The world number 123 from Italy ended the 11-match win streak of the veteran Serb at Masters events, with Nardi bettering the childhood tennis … Read more

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund announces partnership with ATP men’s tour

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 19: General view of Rod Laver Arena in the round three singles match between Novak Djokovic of Serbia and Tomas Martin Etcheverry of Argentina during the 2024 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 19, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

[ad_1] Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has announced a “multi-year strategic partnership” with the ATP, the governing body of men’s tennis, extending the kingdom’s influence on international sport. In a joint statement, the two bodies said that the partnership marked “a significant shared commitment to enhancing global tennis”. Since 2021, PIF has invested heavily … Read more

Andy Murray drops retirement hint after winning opening match in Dubai, latest news, video

[ad_1] Andy Murray suggested he may retire within the next “few months” after winning his opening match in Dubai on Monday. The former world number one battled back from a set down to beat Denis Shapovalov 4-6, 7-6 (7/5), 6-3 and reach the second round. The 36-year-old, who snapped a six-match losing streak in Doha … Read more

Andy Roddick blasts ‘trash’ call in tennis debate over ‘one slam wonder’ Daniil Medvedev

[ad_1] Andy Roddick says anyone who calls Australian Open runner-up Daniil Medvedev a one slam wonder is an idiot. Jannik Sinner beat Medvedev 3-6 3-6 6-4 6-4 6-3 last weekend to win his maiden grand slam title and set up a decade long rivalry with fellow emerging star Carlos Alcaraz. It was Medvedev’s sixth appearance … Read more

Mystery Serbian report blames illness for Novak Djokovic surprise semi-final loss at the Australian Open

Novak Djokovic showing signs of illness and discomfort during the tournament. Photos: AFP and Getty Images

[ad_1] Forgive us if you’ve heard this before, but “a report from Serbia” has emerged involving Novak Djokovic. The world No. 1 of course suffered an unexpected semi-final loss to Jannik Sinner at the Australian Open, the first time he had ever lost in a semi or final at Melbourne Park. Stream Over 50 Sports … Read more

Jannik Sinner’s emotional request to Nick Kyrgios after Australian Open victory

[ad_1] The tennis world wants Nick Kyrgios back in action. The 28-year-old has played just one competitive match since the beginning of 2023 as he continues to battle through a raft of injuries. Stream Over 50 Sports Live & On-Demand with Kayo. New to Kayo? Start Your Free Trial Today > He watched on throughout … Read more

Jannik Sinner’s Aussie coach Darren Cahill sends chills through tennis after ‘unprecedented’ feat

Darren Cahill coached Jannik Sinner to the Australian Open title.

[ad_1] Jannik Sinner’s Australian coach Darren Cahill has taken another talented player to the promised land of tennis. After Daniil Medvedev came out breathing fire to take a two sets to love lead in Sunday night’s Australian Open final, Sinner came back from the brink to win 3-6 3-6 6-4 6-4 6-3 and claim his … Read more

Jannik Sinner wins final as tennis’ next generation finally arrives, analysis, how he beat Daniil Medvedev

[ad_1] It is the moment that enabled Jannik Sinner to become a grand slam champion in a historic Australian Open final that ended in despair for the gallant yet unfortunate Daniil Medvedev. Fighting desperately to keep alive his hopes of becoming the first Italian to win the Australian Open, Sinner’s ambition hung on a thread … Read more

Jannik Story feature, Aussie coach Darren Cahill, final vs Daniil Medvedev, rise from skier to best tennis player in world

[ad_1] Watching Jannik Sidder glide around Rod Laver Arena on Friday as he dismantled Novak Djokovic, it was easy to understand how the Italian carved through the Alps as a child. Djokovic has always been a supreme mover on a tennis court, with the 10-time champion’s flexibility and ease of movement a factor in his … Read more