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

Boomers face ‘dangerous’ dilemma for Paris Olympics with Australians in the NBA injured, out of form

[ad_1] It’s going to take a minor miracle for the Boomers to return to the basketball podium at the Paris Olympics. With the 2024 Olympics only five months away, Australia’s men’s basketball team isn’t in the greatest shape as it aims to back up a historic bronze medal winning run in Tokyo three years ago. … 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

Novak Djokovic press conference, loss to Jannik Sinner, angry, grand slam record, reaction

[ad_1] Novak Djokovic conceded his 415th grand slam match was one of his worst after being knocked out of the Australian Open in the semi finals. Djokovic’s Australian Open winning streak came to an end after 2195 days, with Italian star Jannik Sinner stunning the 10-time champion in four sets and booking a spot in … Read more

Daily news updates, live blog with latest results, night 11, schedule, Carlos Alcaraz vs Alex Zverev, Qinwen Zheng

[ad_1] Carlos Alcaraz is bidding to make even more history when he takes on Alexander Zverev in a blockbuster quarterfinal on night 11 at the Australian Open. The 20-year-old is gunning to complete the last of his grand slam semi final set, having reached the last four at the other three majors. Should he do … Read more

Day 10 Talking Points and analysis, match length causing delays, stats, scheduling, Rod Laver Arena, Novak Djokovic, why so late

[ad_1] Midday arrivals at Melbourne Park on Tuesday might have been surprised to see Mark Philippoussis and Marcos Baghdatis knocking the ball around on Rod Laver Arena. In an Australian Open where farcical finishes well after midnight have again highlighted the challenges of scheduling, planning a legends doubles for 12pm was a head scratcher. The … Read more

Nick Kyrgios interview with Novak Djokovic video, full transcript after win over Taylor Fritz

[ad_1] The Novak Djokovic-Nick Kyrgios bromance just went to a new level. Djokovic on Tuesday night defied fierce heat and a battling performance from American Taylor Fritz in the Australian Open quarter-finals to stay on track for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam. He’ll play the winner of the match between Jannik Sinner and Andrey Rublev … Read more

Novak Djokovic night match advantage, schedule snub, why he doesn’t like playing in daytime, latest tennis news

[ad_1] When you tune into Novak Djokovic’s Australian Open quarter-final on Tuesday, you’ll be looking at something different – even if it isn’t obvious. After all, the world No.1 has spent a whole lot of time on Rod Laver Arena. In fact he’s the greatest player in the history of the venue, at 78-7 – … Read more

Novak Djokovic’s emotional tribute to parents, Carlos Alcaraz, schedule, order of play, blog, scores, news,

[ad_1] Serbian superstar Novak Djokovic paid an emotional tribute to his parents after bringing up a milestone 100th match at the Australian Open on Friday night. Meanwhile 16-year-old Mirra Andreeva earned a famous new fan in Andy Murray with her third-round heroics, and the teen sensation couldn’t believe a big shout-out from the former champion. … Read more

Australia Opals squad released, Lauren Jackson, Jade Melbourne, Isobel Borlase, games schedule

[ad_1] Lauren Jackson, Australia’s greatest ever basketballer, has moved one step closer to a remarkable Olympic comeback after being included in the Opals’ final squad for a crucial tournament. Basketball Australia on Wednesday confirmed the 12-player squad that will fly to South America to play three games against Brazil, Germany and Serbia at next month’s … Read more