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Novak Djokovic

Djokovic withdraws from Monte-Carlo Masters

Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - February 1, 2026 Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts during the men's singles final against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz REUTERS/Tingshu Wang
Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - February 1, 2026 Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts during the men's singles final against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz REUTERS/Tingshu Wang

Sporting Life

The testing world of Carlos Alcaraz: Everyone brings their best against him

Carlos Alcaraz lost in Miami after being unable to solve the challenge of Sebastian Korda.
Carlos Alcaraz lost in Miami after being unable to solve the challenge of Sebastian Korda.

Sinner stays hot to launch bid for 'Sunshine Double' in Miami

Mar 21, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Jannik Sinner (ITA) hits a forehand against Damir D?umhur (BIH) (not pictured) on day five of the 2026 Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Mar 21, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Jannik Sinner (ITA) hits a forehand against Damir D?umhur (BIH) (not pictured) on day five of the 2026 Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Even when the best laid plans go wrong, Aryna Sabalenka finds a way to win

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus reacting after losing a point in the second set of her 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (8-6) Indian Wells final win against Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan at Indian Wells, California, on March 15, 2026.
Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus reacting after losing a point in the second set of her 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (8-6) Indian Wells final win against Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan at Indian Wells, California, on March 15, 2026.

Djokovic pulls out of Miami Open with shoulder injury

FILE PHOTO: Mar 11, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Novak Djokovic (SRB) takes a moment on the court after a long rally during his fourth round match against Jack Draper (GBR) in the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Mar 11, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Novak Djokovic (SRB) takes a moment on the court after a long rally during his fourth round match against Jack Draper (GBR) in the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images/File Photo

Daniil Medvedev downplays Indian Wells s-final win over Carlos Alcaraz, says young guns still ahead

Mar 14, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Daniil Medvedev (RUS) shakes hands with Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) winning the semifinal match of the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 14, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Daniil Medvedev (RUS) shakes hands with Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) winning the semifinal match of the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Special to join 'Big Four' in Masters semi-finals club, says Zverev

Mar 12, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Alexander Zverev (GER) acknowledges the crowd after his quarterfinal match where he defeated Arthur Fils (FRA) during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 12, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Alexander Zverev (GER) acknowledges the crowd after his quarterfinal match where he defeated Arthur Fils (FRA) during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Carlos Alcaraz sets up Daniil Medvedev Indian Wells semi-final, Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina advance

Carlos Alcaraz improved his record to 16-0 to start the season with a solid display and remained on course for a third Indian Wells crown.
Carlos Alcaraz improved his record to 16-0 to start the season with a solid display and remained on course for a third Indian Wells crown.

Carlos Alcaraz powers into Indian Wells quarter-finals as Jack Draper upsets Novak Djokovic

Mar 11, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) hits a shot as he defeated Casper Ruud (NOR) during the fourth round in the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 11, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) hits a shot as he defeated Casper Ruud (NOR) during the fourth round in the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Djokovic, Alcaraz battle on but fiery Andreeva’s Indian Wells defence ends

Mar 9, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Novak Djokovic (SRB) hits a shot during his third round match as he defeated Aleksandar Kovacevic (USA) during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 9, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Novak Djokovic (SRB) hits a shot during his third round match as he defeated Aleksandar Kovacevic (USA) during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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