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Novak Djokovic apologizes for behavior at US Open

Novak Djokovic issued an apology on Sunday for his behavior at the U.S. Open that led to his default. Djokovic apologized to the tournament and to the linesperson he accidentally struck with a ball during Sunday’s match. In response to his …

Novak Djokovic holding a racket

Novak Djokovic was dismissive of temper concerns after 2016 incident

Novak Djokovic’s default at the U.S. Open on Sunday was a career first, but there was plenty of foreshadowing that it could someday happen. Djokovic is known for his temper and venting his frustration during matches. Sunday’s incident was …

Nick Kyrgios

Nick Kyrgios shares thoughts on Novak Djokovic’s disqualification

Novak Djokovic was shocked when he was disqualified from the US Open on Sunday for hitting a line judge with a ball, but fellow tennis star Nick Kyrgios things the world’s top player is going to receive special treatment. Djokovic, who was …

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic skipped press conference after US Open default

Novak Djokovic left the grounds at the U.S. Open without speaking to the press following his default on Sunday. ESPN captured video of Djokovic getting in his car and leaving Flushing Meadows just 23 minutes after defaulting his match for …

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic defaults at US Open after hitting line judge with ball

Novak Djokovic is out at the U.S. Open under remarkable circumstances after hitting a line judge with a ball in frustration. Djokovic had just been broken by Pablo Carreno Busta in the first set of Sunday’s fourth-round match, falling behind …

Andy Murray raves about his revival of his serve after hip surgery

It was only a year and a half ago that Andy Murray said he would be retiring from tennis due to his injury. He underwent hip surgery in January 2018 but was in so much pain in the ensuing months that he did not think he could carry on with his …

Rafael Nadal

Rafael Nadal not sure if he will play in US Open due to ‘unrealistic’ schedule

The ATP Tour has been on suspension since March, which has led to a complete change in the tennis calendar. The US Open is planning to run from Aug. 31 to Sept. 13 in New York. Wimbledon cancelled the event entirely because they were able to cash in …

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic tests positive for coronavirus, defends organizing charity tournament

Novak Djokovic revealed on Tuesday that he has tested positive for the coronavirus, and the world’s top tennis player is now defending his decision to host a charity tournament in Serbia and Croatia. Djokovic was criticized for organizing the …

LeBron James

LeBron James impressed by Novak Djokovic’s jump shot

LeBron James might be able to get some tips on his shooting mechanics from another sports great. Tennis star Novak Djokovic tweeted a funny video on Saturday showing off his skills on the basketball court, including some fancy dribble moves and a …

US Open tennis

Report: US Open planning to be played as scheduled without fans

The United States Tennis Association plans to play the 2020 US Open as scheduled, but things are set to look very different if it does go ahead. According to Christopher Clarey of the New York Times, the USTA is poised to announce this week that the …

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic says he wanted to quit tennis after bad loss in 2010

One of the most difficult but necessary parts of sports — and life — is bouncing back after a defeat. That is much easier said than done, as Novak Djokovic could tell you. Djokovic conducted an interview with Sky Sports Italy that was …

US Open tennis

US Open ‘highly unlikely’ to hold tournament without fans

The US Open has time on its side, but its outlook for this year is in question, much like everything else. USTA chief of operations Mike Dowse told reporters on a conference call this week that they are hoping to hold the tennis tournament like …

Genie Bouchard Wimbledon

Fan agrees to pay $4,000 for date with Genie Bouchard

Genie Bouchard has been open about her dating life many times in the past, and that transparency appears to have landed the tennis star a date and a hefty donation to charity made on her behalf. Bouchard joined media personality Allie LaForce on an …

Wimbledon may be postponed or canceled due to coronavirus pandemic

There may be more major casualties to the sporting schedule due to the coronavirus pandemic. The All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club announced in a statement Wednesday that it is actively considering postponing or outright canceling …

Tennys Sandgren

Tennys Sandgren sends funny tweet after blowing match to Roger Federer

Tennys Sandgren lost to Roger Federer in five sets 6-3, 2-6, 2-6, 7-6 (10-8), 6-3 at the Australian Open on Tuesday and sent a highly appropriate tweet. Sandgren dropped the first set but came back to take the next two. He had several match points in …

Alexander Zverev

Alexander Zverev stands by promise to donate $4 million to Australian bushfires if he wins tournament

Alexander Zverev is standing by his promise to donate the entire $4 million in prize money if he wins the Australian Open. Zverev, who is seeded seventh, beat Stan Wawrinka 1-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 in the quarterfinals of the major on Wednesday in …

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