<p>World number one Daniil Medvedev bowed out of the US Open 2022 edition, losing to Australia's Nick Krygios in the fourth round at the&nbsp;Arthur Ashe Stadium. In a pulsating battle, Medvedev went down to the Wimbledon 2022 runners-up as he lost 6-7 (11), 6-3, 3-6, 2-6. Given the Russian was the defending champion, his exit has surely made heads turn as the ongoing edition will now surely see a new winner in men's singles.</p>

<p>Well, Medvedev's exit not only means the men's singles category will see a new champion this time around at the US Open, but the Russian will also lose his top spot in the ATP rankings. Thus, a new world number one is also on the cards following the 26-year-old's early exit. Spain's Rafael Nadal&nbsp;is a favourite to reclaim the top spot as he remains in the race to bag the top prize in the last Grand Slam of the year. As per the ATP website, young guns Carlos Alcaraz&nbsp;or&nbsp;Casper Ruud&nbsp;can also be crowned the No. 1 spot if they go the distance and clinch the title.</p>

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<p>After the match, a jubilant Kyrgios said during an&nbsp;on-court interview at Arthur Ashe Stadium,&nbsp;"It was an amazing match. Daniil is the defending champion so there's a lot of pressure on his shoulders, but I played really well. I've been playing amazing the last couple months and what a place to do it, packed house in New York."&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the other hand, the Australian Open 2022 runners-up Medvedev said, "Nick&nbsp;today played kind of at the level of Novak and Rafa," said the 26-year-old after seeing 21 aces and 53 winners whizz past him. If he plays like this until the end of the tournament, he has all the chances to win it."</p>

<p>The 27-year-old Kyrgios will next lock horns with another&nbsp;Russian, in the form of world number 27 Karen Khachanov in the quarterfinal. Both have won a game each against one another in a head-to-head battle with Krygios winning the previous clash in the 2020 Australian Open. Will Krygious continue his winning run or the Russian will halt his progress? Only time will tell...</p>


World number one Daniil Medvedev bowed out of the US Open 2022 edition, losing to Australia's Nick Krygios in the fourth round at the Arthur Ashe Stadium. In a pulsating battle, Medvedev went down to the Wimbledon 2022 runners-up as he lost 6-7 (11), 6-3, 3-6, 2-6.

World number one Daniil Medvedev bowed out of the US Open 2022 edition, losing to Australia's Nick Krygios in the fourth round at the Arthur Ashe Stadium. In a pulsating battle, Medvedev went down to the Wimbledon 2022 runners-up as he lost 6-7 (11), 6-3, 3-6, 2-6. Given the Russian was the defending champion, his exit has surely made heads turn as the ongoing edition will now surely see a new winner in men's singles. Well, Medvedev's exit not only means the men's singles category will see a new champion this time around at the US Open, but the Russian will also lose his top spot in the ATP rankings. Thus, a new world number one is also on the cards following the 26-year-old's early exit. Spain's Rafael Nadal is a favourite to reclaim the top spot as he remains in the race to bag the top prize in the last Grand Slam of the year. As per the ATP website, young guns Carlos Alcaraz or Casper Ruud can also be crowned the No. 1 spot if they go the distance and clinch the title. ALSO READ | US Open: Nick Kyrgios knocks out defending champion Daniil Medvedev After the match, a jubilant Kyrgios said during an on-court interview at Arthur Ashe Stadium, "It was an amazing match. Daniil is the defending champion so there's a lot of pressure on his shoulders, but I played really well. I've been playing amazing the last couple months and what a place to do it, packed house in New York." On the other hand, the Australian Open 2022 runners-up Medvedev said, "Nick today played kind of at the level of Novak and Rafa," said the 26-year-old after seeing 21 aces and 53 winners whizz past him. If he plays like this until the end of the tournament, he has all the chances to win it." The 27-year-old Kyrgios will next lock horns with another Russian, in the form of world number 27 Karen Khachanov in the quarterfinal. Both have won a game each against one another in a head-to-head battle with Krygios winning the previous clash in the 2020 Australian Open. Will Krygious continue his winning run or the Russian will halt his progress? Only time will tell...

Rafael Nadal, Ruud or Alcaraz? Who will take the No. 1 spot after Daniil Medvedev's US Open exit

<p>Former World No. 1 Novak Djokovic has found himself in the headlines for all the wrong reasons again. Dropping a bombshell, Djokovic revealed in a recent post on Twitter that he was pulling out of the US Open&nbsp;and offered his fans some insight into the decision.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He declared that he will be unable to travel to New York to compete in the tournament due to the strict COVID-19 prevention mandates that the government has issued to curb the spread of the virus.</p>

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<p>While&nbsp;myriads of fans voiced their anger, blaming the&nbsp;government for taking away people's liberty, a faction hurled a significant amount of hate at Moderna, which is most notably recognized as a COVID-19 vaccine manufacturer.</p>

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<p>Fans alleged that Moderna has a major role in Djokovic being forced to withdraw from the US Open. It was recently revealed that Moderna had moved to sponsor the US Open in a bid to show fans that they did a lot more than just vaccinate people against the COVID-19 virus.</p>

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Come on! It’s as clear as day <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BoycottUSOpen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BoycottUSOpen</a> <a href="https://t.co/jPRxonQCc9">pic.twitter.com/jPRxonQCc9</a></p>
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<p>In addition, the company hopes to spread awareness about its mRNA technology. Moderna aims to do so by setting up a booth that will be present throughout the duration of the tournament. With these efforts, the company will hope to encourage people to visit their website to learn more about the virus and how to fight it.</p>

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<p>Fans took to Twitter in hordes to point out how an unvaccinated player laying claim to the title of a tournament that is being sponsored by a company whose claim to fame is the COVID-19 vaccine itself may hurt the image of the company.</p>

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It’s not rocket science why the USTA didn’t apply for an exemption.</p>
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Former World No. 1 Novak Djokovic has found himself in the headlines for all the wrong reasons again. Dropping a bombshell, Djokovic revealed in a recent post on Twitter that he was pulling out of the US Open and offered his fans some insight into the decision.

Former World No. 1 Novak Djokovic has found himself in the headlines for all the wrong reasons again. Dropping a bombshell, Djokovic revealed in a recent post on Twitter that he was pulling out of the US Open and offered his fans some insight into the decision. He declared that he will be unable to travel to New York to compete in the tournament due to the strict COVID-19 prevention mandates that the government has issued to curb the spread of the virus. ALSO READ: 'Unable to travel to New York'- Novak Djokovic drops bombshell, pulls out of US Open While myriads of fans voiced their anger, blaming the government for taking away people's liberty, a faction hurled a significant amount of hate at Moderna, which is most notably recognized as a COVID-19 vaccine manufacturer. Moderna one of the main sponsors for the US Open were never going to let Djokovic play let alone hand the trophy to an unvaccinated player!! The levels of corruption & infiltration that tennis has dropped to is absolutely ridiculous!! — Reggie🐺🐊 (@Reggie61823972) August 25, 2022 × Fans alleged that Moderna has a major role in Djokovic being forced to withdraw from the US Open. It was recently revealed that Moderna had moved to sponsor the US Open in a bid to show fans that they did a lot more than just vaccinate people against the COVID-19 virus. With @moderna_tx on the list of US Open sponsors 2022, is it a surprise that Novak #Djokovic can’t play? Is this the reason they didn’t apply for an exemption? (Apart from wanting to help *certain* other players?) Come on! It’s as clear as day #BoycottUSOpen pic.twitter.com/jPRxonQCc9 — Tennis Puneet 🐺 (@TennisPuneet) August 25, 2022 × In addition, the company hopes to spread awareness about its mRNA technology. Moderna aims to do so by setting up a booth that will be present throughout the duration of the tournament. With these efforts, the company will hope to encourage people to visit their website to learn more about the virus and how to fight it. ALSO READ: Two-time Wimbledon champ Petra Kvitova gets engaged to coach, shares news in tweet Fans took to Twitter in hordes to point out how an unvaccinated player laying claim to the title of a tournament that is being sponsored by a company whose claim to fame is the COVID-19 vaccine itself may hurt the image of the company. Just imagine Novak Djokovic, by far the most famous worldwide athlete who’s not COVID vaccinated, holding the US Open trophy with Moderna, who’s only product is a COVID vaccine, as a sponsor in the background. It’s not rocket science why the USTA didn’t apply for an exemption. — Jason (@Certinfy) August 25, 2022 ×

Moderna comes under fire after Novak Djokovic withdraws from US Open due to Covid protocol

<p>In a shocking update that has left fans heartbroken, the former World No. 1 Novak Djokovic recently revealed that he will not be competing in the forthcoming US Open.</p>

<p>Djokovic declared that he will be unable to travel to The Big Apple ahead of the Grand Slam which is set to kick off next week. He took to Twitter to offer fans some insight into the same merely hours before the draw for the event was to be revealed.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Serbian is unable to compete in the Grand Slam as he has not been vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, which has rendered him ineligible to travel to the United States. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"Sadly, I will not be able to travel to NY this time for US Open," Djokovic wrote on Twitter. "Good luck to my fellow players! I'll keep in good shape and positive spirit and wait for an opportunity to compete again."</p>

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<p>Djokovic&nbsp;has repeatedly expressed great reluctance in getting vaccinated against the virus that held the world in a chokehold for quite some time. Furthermore, he declared that he would be more than willing to miss out on Grand Slams that required players to be inoculated.</p>

<p>The US Tennis Association declared that it will be following the safety protocol that the government has in place, including those regarding the&nbsp;vaccination status of players.</p>

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<p>However, it is interesting to note that there is no such vaccine mandate for American nationals, and the spectators&nbsp;will not be required to wear masks.</p>

<p>Other notable players who will not be making an appearance at Flushing Meadows include,&nbsp;No. 2-ranked Alexander Zverev,&nbsp;2016 champion Angelique Kerber,&nbsp;Reilly Opelka, Gael Monfils and Marketa Vondrousova.</p>


In a shocking update that has left fans heartbroken, the former World No. 1 Novak Djokovic recently revealed that he will not be competing in the forthcoming US Open.

In a shocking update that has left fans heartbroken, the former World No. 1 Novak Djokovic recently revealed that he will not be competing in the forthcoming US Open. Djokovic declared that he will be unable to travel to The Big Apple ahead of the Grand Slam which is set to kick off next week. He took to Twitter to offer fans some insight into the same merely hours before the draw for the event was to be revealed. ALSO READ: 'It's a joke'- John McEnroe slams authorities for barring Novak Djokovic from competing in US Open 2022 The Serbian is unable to compete in the Grand Slam as he has not been vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, which has rendered him ineligible to travel to the United States. "Sadly, I will not be able to travel to NY this time for US Open," Djokovic wrote on Twitter. "Good luck to my fellow players! I'll keep in good shape and positive spirit and wait for an opportunity to compete again." Sadly, I will not be able to travel to NY this time for US Open. Thank you #NoleFam for your messages of love and support. ❤️ Good luck to my fellow players! I’ll keep in good shape and positive spirit and wait for an opportunity to compete again. 💪🏼 See you soon tennis world! 👋🏼 — Novak Djokovic (@DjokerNole) August 25, 2022 × Djokovic has repeatedly expressed great reluctance in getting vaccinated against the virus that held the world in a chokehold for quite some time. Furthermore, he declared that he would be more than willing to miss out on Grand Slams that required players to be inoculated. The US Tennis Association declared that it will be following the safety protocol that the government has in place, including those regarding the vaccination status of players. ALSO READ: Former World No.1 Angelique Kerber announces pregnancy, withdraws from US Open However, it is interesting to note that there is no such vaccine mandate for American nationals, and the spectators will not be required to wear masks. Other notable players who will not be making an appearance at Flushing Meadows include, No. 2-ranked Alexander Zverev, 2016 champion Angelique Kerber, Reilly Opelka, Gael Monfils and Marketa Vondrousova.

'Unable to travel to New York'- Novak Djokovic drops bombshell, pulls out of US Open

<p>Tennis icon John McEnroe recently rallied behind Novak Djokovic, saying that the move to prevent Novak Djokovic from competing in the upcoming US Open due to his COVID-19 vaccination status is a joke. Although Djokovic&nbsp;is on the entry list for the final Grand Slam of the year, his future in the tournament remains shrouded in mystery.</p>

<p>Djokovic has refused to get inoculated against the virus that wreaked havoc across the globe, a decision that may cost him heavily as he runs the risk of missing out on the opportunity to participate at the Flushing Meadows as rules in&nbsp;the United States require travellers to be vaccinated against COVID-19&nbsp;to board flights and enter the country.</p>

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<p>However, it is interesting to note that the Serbian had previously declared that he was prepared to miss Grand Slams that require players to produce proof of their vaccination status. In the wake of these revelations, McEnroe, a four-time US Open winner, offered fans his take on the situation while in conversation with the media:&nbsp;"I don't think it's fair. I think it's a joke. I would have had the vaccine and gone and played but he's got very strong beliefs and you have to respect that. At this point, in the pandemic, we're two-and-a-half years in, I think people in all parts of the world know more about it, and the idea that he can't travel here to play, to me is a joke."</p>

<p data-t="{&quot;n&quot;:&quot;blueLinks&quot;}">McEnroe further argued that repeatedly missing out on Grand Slams would eventually exact a heavy toll on Djokovic's legacy and title tally as his contemporaries continue to compete in tournaments.</p>

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<p data-t="{&quot;n&quot;:&quot;blueLinks&quot;}">Early this year, Djokovic lost the opportunity to compete at the Australian Open and defend his title to lay claim to&nbsp;his&nbsp;21st men's grand slam title, which at the time would have been a record-breaking feat,&nbsp;after he was deported from the country over his vaccination status. However, Rafael Nadal has since&nbsp;moved clear of Djokovic and Roger Federer, accumulating a whopping 22 Grand Slam titles.&nbsp;</p>


Tennis icon John McEnroe recently rallied behind Novak Djokovic, saying that the move to prevent Novak Djokovic from competing in the upcoming US Open due to his COVID-19 vaccination status is a joke.

Tennis icon John McEnroe recently rallied behind Novak Djokovic, saying that the move to prevent Novak Djokovic from competing in the upcoming US Open due to his COVID-19 vaccination status is a joke. Although Djokovic is on the entry list for the final Grand Slam of the year, his future in the tournament remains shrouded in mystery. Djokovic has refused to get inoculated against the virus that wreaked havoc across the globe, a decision that may cost him heavily as he runs the risk of missing out on the opportunity to participate at the Flushing Meadows as rules in the United States require travellers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to board flights and enter the country. ALSO READ: Nick Kyrgios sued by fan for defamation after accusing her of having '700 drinks' at Wimbledon final However, it is interesting to note that the Serbian had previously declared that he was prepared to miss Grand Slams that require players to produce proof of their vaccination status. In the wake of these revelations, McEnroe, a four-time US Open winner, offered fans his take on the situation while in conversation with the media: "I don't think it's fair. I think it's a joke. I would have had the vaccine and gone and played but he's got very strong beliefs and you have to respect that. At this point, in the pandemic, we're two-and-a-half years in, I think people in all parts of the world know more about it, and the idea that he can't travel here to play, to me is a joke." McEnroe further argued that repeatedly missing out on Grand Slams would eventually exact a heavy toll on Djokovic's legacy and title tally as his contemporaries continue to compete in tournaments. ALSO READ: WATCH: Roger Federer shares training footage, hints at return to court Early this year, Djokovic lost the opportunity to compete at the Australian Open and defend his title to lay claim to his 21st men's grand slam title, which at the time would have been a record-breaking feat, after he was deported from the country over his vaccination status. However, Rafael Nadal has since moved clear of Djokovic and Roger Federer, accumulating a whopping 22 Grand Slam titles.

'It's a joke'- John McEnroe slams authorities for barring Novak Djokovic from competing in US Open 2022

<p>Just few weeks before the commencement of the US Open 2022 edition, which will be the last Grand Slam tournament&nbsp;of the year, there is good news for Novak Djokovic and his ardent fans. The unvaccinated Djokovic's participation in the forthcoming showpiece event, in the&nbsp;Flushing Meadows, has received a big boost after USA confirmed changes to the Covid rules.</p>

<p>The American authorities have decided they will not discriminate between those who have taken the COVID jab and those who are yet to. Thus, this will pave way to&nbsp;allow the 2022 Wimbledon champion Djokovic&nbsp;to take part in the mega event, which will get underway on&nbsp;August 29. The Serbian has remained firm on his stance of not taking the Covid vaccine, which had also resulted in him being sent back to his home country from Australia for the 2022 Australian Open&nbsp;early this year.</p>

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<p>Despite the change brought forward, the US Open organisers haven't&nbsp;yet&nbsp;officially announced the development. Nonetheless,&nbsp;it is now certain&nbsp;that Djokovic will be part of&nbsp;the action&nbsp;in New York, spanning from August 29-September 11.</p>

<p>On Thursday (August 11), The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) -- an agency that governs health measures in the the country&nbsp;-- put an&nbsp;end to many of the COVID restrictions, including that the vaccinated and unvaccinated people will now be given the same treatment nationwide.</p>

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<p>It is to be noted that the&nbsp;CDC is&nbsp;yet to update&nbsp;its travel advice,&nbsp;which&nbsp;currently states&nbsp;that all non-US citizens and nationals have to be fully vaccinated before entering&nbsp;USA. However,&nbsp;its website does mention that this is under review in the aftermath of the latest update.</p>

<p>A statement read: "This updated guidance is intended to apply to community settings. In the coming weeks, CDC will work to align stand-alone guidance documents, such as those for healthcare settings, congregate settings at higher risk of transmission, and travel, with today’s update."</p>

<p>Russia's Daniil Medvedev is the defending champion in this year's US Open. Djokovic had lost last year's final in straight sets to the Russian.</p>


Just few weeks before the commencement of the US Open 2022 edition, which will be the last Grand Slam tournament of the year, there is good news for Novak Djokovic and his ardent fans.

Just few weeks before the commencement of the US Open 2022 edition, which will be the last Grand Slam tournament of the year, there is good news for Novak Djokovic and his ardent fans. The unvaccinated Djokovic's participation in the forthcoming showpiece event, in the Flushing Meadows, has received a big boost after USA confirmed changes to the Covid rules. The American authorities have decided they will not discriminate between those who have taken the COVID jab and those who are yet to. Thus, this will pave way to allow the 2022 Wimbledon champion Djokovic to take part in the mega event, which will get underway on August 29. The Serbian has remained firm on his stance of not taking the Covid vaccine, which had also resulted in him being sent back to his home country from Australia for the 2022 Australian Open early this year. ALSO READ | Canadian Open: Casper Ruud defeats Felix Auger-Aliassime to enter SFs; Nick Kyrgios ousted Despite the change brought forward, the US Open organisers haven't yet officially announced the development. Nonetheless, it is now certain that Djokovic will be part of the action in New York, spanning from August 29-September 11. On Thursday (August 11), The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) -- an agency that governs health measures in the the country -- put an end to many of the COVID restrictions, including that the vaccinated and unvaccinated people will now be given the same treatment nationwide. ALSO READ | Shocking! Javelin thrower Anderson Peters gets beaten and thrown off the boat, video surfaces online - Watch It is to be noted that the CDC is yet to update its travel advice, which currently states that all non-US citizens and nationals have to be fully vaccinated before entering USA. However, its website does mention that this is under review in the aftermath of the latest update. A statement read: "This updated guidance is intended to apply to community settings. In the coming weeks, CDC will work to align stand-alone guidance documents, such as those for healthcare settings, congregate settings at higher risk of transmission, and travel, with today’s update." Russia's Daniil Medvedev is the defending champion in this year's US Open. Djokovic had lost last year's final in straight sets to the Russian.

US Open: Big boost to Novak Djokovic's participation after USA confirms changes to COVID norms

<p>Rafa Nadal has withdrawn from next week`s U.S. Open tune-up event in Montreal, Canada due to the same abdominal strain which forced him to miss his Wimbledon semi-final last month, he said on Friday.<br />
World number three Nadal`s quest for a calendar Grand Slam ended after he pulled out of his highly anticipated showdown against Australia`s Nick Kyrgios less than 24 hours before the match.</p>

<p>The 26-year-old Nadal, who has won 22 major titles, is a five-time champion at the ATP 1000 event in Montreal, which begins on Monday. "I have been practicing for a while now without serving and started with serves four days ago. Everything has been going well, however yesterday, after my normal practice, I felt a slight bother on my abdominal and today it was still there," Nadal said in a statement.</p>

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<p>"After speaking with my doctor we prefer to take things in a conservative way and give a few more days before starting to compete. "I am very sad not to finally travel to Montreal and to play a tournament that I have won five times and I love to play. I seriously hope I can come back there to play in front of the amazing crowds up there."</p>

<p>Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic also withdrew from the event on Thursday as he cannot enter the country without being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, while Britain`s Andy Murray was handed one of four wildcards.</p>


Rafa Nadal has withdrawn from next week`s U.S. Open tune-up event in Montreal, Canada due to the same abdominal strain which forced him to miss his Wimbledon semi-final last month, he said on Friday.

Rafa Nadal has withdrawn from next week`s U.S. Open tune-up event in Montreal, Canada due to the same abdominal strain which forced him to miss his Wimbledon semi-final last month, he said on Friday. World number three Nadal`s quest for a calendar Grand Slam ended after he pulled out of his highly anticipated showdown against Australia`s Nick Kyrgios less than 24 hours before the match. The 26-year-old Nadal, who has won 22 major titles, is a five-time champion at the ATP 1000 event in Montreal, which begins on Monday. "I have been practicing for a while now without serving and started with serves four days ago. Everything has been going well, however yesterday, after my normal practice, I felt a slight bother on my abdominal and today it was still there," Nadal said in a statement. ALSO READ | Teen sensation Coco Gauff stalls fierce fightback from Naomi Osaka fightback in San Jose "After speaking with my doctor we prefer to take things in a conservative way and give a few more days before starting to compete. "I am very sad not to finally travel to Montreal and to play a tournament that I have won five times and I love to play. I seriously hope I can come back there to play in front of the amazing crowds up there." Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic also withdrew from the event on Thursday as he cannot enter the country without being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, while Britain`s Andy Murray was handed one of four wildcards.

After unvaccinated Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal also pulls out from Montreal hardcourt event

<p>Wimbledon runner-up Nick Kyrgios has been handed a wildcard into next month's U.S. Open tune-up event in Cincinnati, Ohio, organisers of the Western &amp; Southern Open said on Monday.</p>

<p>For the 27-year-old Australian, who two weeks ago fell to Novak Djokovic in his first Grand Slam singles final, this will mark his sixth appearance in Cincinnati and first since 2019.</p>

<p>The entry list for the Aug. 13-21 Western &amp; Southern Open includes world number one Daniil Medvedev and former champions Alexander Zverev (2021) -- who missed Wimbledon with injury -- Grigor Dimitrov (2017), Marin Cilic (2016) and Rafa Nadal (2013).</p>

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<p>Twice champion Novak Djokovic is also on the Cincinnati entry list but is unlikely to play due to his refusal to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Travellers seeking to enter the United States have to provide proof of vaccination.</p>


Wimbledon runner-up Nick Kyrgios has been handed a wildcard into next month's U.S. Open tune-up event in Cincinnati, Ohio, organisers of the Western & Southern Open said on Monday.

Wimbledon runner-up Nick Kyrgios has been handed a wildcard into next month's U.S. Open tune-up event in Cincinnati, Ohio, organisers of the Western & Southern Open said on Monday. For the 27-year-old Australian, who two weeks ago fell to Novak Djokovic in his first Grand Slam singles final, this will mark his sixth appearance in Cincinnati and first since 2019. The entry list for the Aug. 13-21 Western & Southern Open includes world number one Daniil Medvedev and former champions Alexander Zverev (2021) -- who missed Wimbledon with injury -- Grigor Dimitrov (2017), Marin Cilic (2016) and Rafa Nadal (2013). Also Read: Novak Djokovic extends dominance at Wimbledon: A look at all 21 Grand Slams won by the Serbian ace Twice champion Novak Djokovic is also on the Cincinnati entry list but is unlikely to play due to his refusal to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Travellers seeking to enter the United States have to provide proof of vaccination.

Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios handed wildcard for U.S. Open 2022, to tune-up in Cincinnati

<p>Tennis fans are used to seeing Rafa Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Andy Murray fight tooth and nail to beat each other at the Grand Slams but the "Big Four" are set to play together in the same team for the first time at the Laver Cup in London.</p>

<p>Wimbledon champion Djokovic on Friday was named as the fourth member of the six-man Team Europe, the 35-year-old Serb joining his long-time rivals at the fifth edition of the ATP-sanctioned event from Sept. 23-25.</p>

<p>Named after Australian great Rod Laver, the three-day team event pits six of Europe`s top players against six from the rest of the world. "It`s the only competition where you can play in a team environment with guys that you`re normally competing against and to be joining Rafa, Roger and Andy – three of my biggest all-time rivals – it`s going to be a truly unique moment in the history of our sport," Djokovic said in a statement.<br />
Nadal, Djokovic, Federer and Murray have dominated men`s tennis over the last two decades, winning 66 Grand Slam titles between them.</p>

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<p>Nadal holds a men`s record 22 Grand Slam titles with Djokovic, who played in the second edition of the Laver Cup in 2018, one behind. London`s O2 Arena, which hosted the men`s season-ending ATP Finals from 2009 to 2020, will stage the Cup with Team Europe, captained by Bjorn Borg, having won all the previous editions.</p>

<p>"I don`t think I could have imagined having these four icons of the sport on one team together," said Borg. "I know they, like I, appreciate the significance of this moment and will be truly up for it. "Each year our goal is to win. With Rafa, Roger, Andy and Novak on the team, I like our chances."</p>

<p>Team World captain John McEnroe has named Felix Auger-Aliassime, Taylor Fritz and Diego Schwartzman as three members of his team.</p>


Tennis fans are used to seeing Rafa Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Andy Murray fight tooth and nail to beat each other at the Grand Slams but the "Big Four" are set to play together in the same team for the first time at the Laver Cup in London.

Tennis fans are used to seeing Rafa Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Andy Murray fight tooth and nail to beat each other at the Grand Slams but the "Big Four" are set to play together in the same team for the first time at the Laver Cup in London. Wimbledon champion Djokovic on Friday was named as the fourth member of the six-man Team Europe, the 35-year-old Serb joining his long-time rivals at the fifth edition of the ATP-sanctioned event from Sept. 23-25. Named after Australian great Rod Laver, the three-day team event pits six of Europe`s top players against six from the rest of the world. "It`s the only competition where you can play in a team environment with guys that you`re normally competing against and to be joining Rafa, Roger and Andy – three of my biggest all-time rivals – it`s going to be a truly unique moment in the history of our sport," Djokovic said in a statement. Nadal, Djokovic, Federer and Murray have dominated men`s tennis over the last two decades, winning 66 Grand Slam titles between them. ALSO READ | Novak Djokovic to be ruled out of US Open as organisers to follow govt's guidelines on COVID-19 vaccine Nadal holds a men`s record 22 Grand Slam titles with Djokovic, who played in the second edition of the Laver Cup in 2018, one behind. London`s O2 Arena, which hosted the men`s season-ending ATP Finals from 2009 to 2020, will stage the Cup with Team Europe, captained by Bjorn Borg, having won all the previous editions. "I don`t think I could have imagined having these four icons of the sport on one team together," said Borg. "I know they, like I, appreciate the significance of this moment and will be truly up for it. "Each year our goal is to win. With Rafa, Roger, Andy and Novak on the team, I like our chances." Team World captain John McEnroe has named Felix Auger-Aliassime, Taylor Fritz and Diego Schwartzman as three members of his team.

Laver Cup: Serbian star Novak Djokovic joins Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Andy Murray for Team Europe

<p>Wimbledon 2022 champion Novak Djokovic has been dealt with a huge blow. The Serbian's Covid-19 vaccination is not a hidden fact anymore and his reluctance to take the jab is set to rule him out of the US Open 2022 edition, i.e. the last Grand Slam of the calendar year.</p>

<p>With the tournament organisers set to abide by the US government's guidelines on Covid vaccination, Djokovic's refusal to get vaccinated will eventually prevent him from entering the country for the forthcoming showpiece event. Despite this, he has been named on the entry list. If he doesn't participate in the tournament, the 35-year-old will also miss a golden opportunity to level with Rafael Nadal in terms of most Grand Slam titles in men's singles (22). After the Wimbledon win, over Nick Kyrgios, Djokovic has 21 major titles.</p>

<p>Just after winning Wimbledon 2022 on July 10, the Serbian superstar had pointed out, "I'm not vaccinated and I'm not planning to get vaccinated so the only good news I can have is them removing the mandated green vaccine card or whatever you call it to enter United States or exemption." He added, "I don't know. I don't think exemption is realistically possible. If that is possibility, I don't know what exemption would be about. I don't know. I don't have much answers there."</p>

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<p>"Per the Grand Slam Rule Book, all eligible players are automatically entered into the men's and women's singles main draw fields based on ranking 42 days prior to the first Monday of the event," said a statement by the United States Tennis Association. "The US Open does not have a vaccination mandate in place for players, but it will respect the U.S. government's position regarding travel into the country for unvaccinated non-U.S. citizens," it further asserted.</p>

<p>The US Open will kick off on August 29 and the final will be held on September 11. Earlier, Djokovic had missed Australian Open 2022 after he was deported back to his country following the Covid vaccination row.</p>


Wimbledon 2022 champion Novak Djokovic has been dealt with a huge blow. The Serbian's Covid-19 vaccination is not a hidden fact anymore and his reluctance to take the jab is set to rule him out of the US Open 2022 edition, i.

Wimbledon 2022 champion Novak Djokovic has been dealt with a huge blow. The Serbian's Covid-19 vaccination is not a hidden fact anymore and his reluctance to take the jab is set to rule him out of the US Open 2022 edition, i.e. the last Grand Slam of the calendar year. With the tournament organisers set to abide by the US government's guidelines on Covid vaccination, Djokovic's refusal to get vaccinated will eventually prevent him from entering the country for the forthcoming showpiece event. Despite this, he has been named on the entry list. If he doesn't participate in the tournament, the 35-year-old will also miss a golden opportunity to level with Rafael Nadal in terms of most Grand Slam titles in men's singles (22). After the Wimbledon win, over Nick Kyrgios, Djokovic has 21 major titles. Just after winning Wimbledon 2022 on July 10, the Serbian superstar had pointed out, "I'm not vaccinated and I'm not planning to get vaccinated so the only good news I can have is them removing the mandated green vaccine card or whatever you call it to enter United States or exemption." He added, "I don't know. I don't think exemption is realistically possible. If that is possibility, I don't know what exemption would be about. I don't know. I don't have much answers there." ALSO READ | Novak Djokovic extends dominance at Wimbledon: A look at all 21 Grand Slams won by the Serbian ace Our men's and women's singles entry lists have been released. Read more: — US Open Tennis (@usopen) July 20, 2022 × "Per the Grand Slam Rule Book, all eligible players are automatically entered into the men's and women's singles main draw fields based on ranking 42 days prior to the first Monday of the event," said a statement by the United States Tennis Association. "The US Open does not have a vaccination mandate in place for players, but it will respect the U.S. government's position regarding travel into the country for unvaccinated non-U.S. citizens," it further asserted. The US Open will kick off on August 29 and the final will be held on September 11. Earlier, Djokovic had missed Australian Open 2022 after he was deported back to his country following the Covid vaccination row.

Novak Djokovic to be ruled out of US Open as organisers to follow govt's guidelines on COVID-19 vaccine

<p>Virat Kohli continues to get support from all corners in the cricketing fraternity as his form remains a cause of concern for Team India. For the unversed, Kohli's century-drought continues since late 2019 and he ended India's just-concluded England tour without a single fifty across formats.</p>

<p>Even in IPL 2022, Kohli struggled for his 341 runs -- striking at 115.98 -- and returned with only two half-centuries. Hence, his form has kept his ardent fans worried ahead of this year's T20 World Cup. Many former cricketers have now even questioned his place, although majority have backed him. England's former captain-turned-commentator Kevin Pietersen also joined the bandwagon and backed Kohli&nbsp;to rediscover his form via a recent Instagram post.</p>

<p>Pietersen wrote: "Buddy, your career has had some of the best that have played the game only wish they could have done what you have(so far). Be proud, walk tall &amp; enjoy life. There’s way more than just the bubble of cricket out there. You’ll be back."</p>

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<p>Thus, Pietersen has fully backed Kohli to overcome his rut and rediscover his form at the international level. Seeing KP's Instagram post for Kohli, even Serbian tennis star and Wimbledon 2022 winner Novak Djokovic liked the former English cricketer's heartfelt post:</p>

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<p>In Rohit Sharma-led India's third and final ODI versus England, in Manchester on Sunday (July 17), Kohli failed to get going once again in the visitors' 260-run chase. Coming in at No. 3, with India 13-1, the right-hander was dismissed for a 22-ball 17 before Rishabh Pant's unbeaten 113-ball 125 and Hardik Pandya's 55-ball 71, along with a four-fer, bailed India out of crisis and took them to a memorable 2-1 ODI series win over Jos Buttler &amp; Co.</p>


Virat Kohli continues to get support from all corners in the cricketing fraternity as his form remains a cause of concern for Team India. For the unversed, Kohli's century-drought continues since late 2019 and he ended India's just-concluded England tour without a single fifty across formats.

Virat Kohli continues to get support from all corners in the cricketing fraternity as his form remains a cause of concern for Team India. For the unversed, Kohli's century-drought continues since late 2019 and he ended India's just-concluded England tour without a single fifty across formats. Even in IPL 2022, Kohli struggled for his 341 runs -- striking at 115.98 -- and returned with only two half-centuries. Hence, his form has kept his ardent fans worried ahead of this year's T20 World Cup. Many former cricketers have now even questioned his place, although majority have backed him. England's former captain-turned-commentator Kevin Pietersen also joined the bandwagon and backed Kohli to rediscover his form via a recent Instagram post. Pietersen wrote: "Buddy, your career has had some of the best that have played the game only wish they could have done what you have(so far). Be proud, walk tall & enjoy life. There’s way more than just the bubble of cricket out there. You’ll be back." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kevin Pietersen 🦏 MBE (@kevinpietersen) × Ahead of Sunday's ODI series decider between India and England, KP also commented on Kohli's Instagram post, shared on July 16. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli) × Thus, Pietersen has fully backed Kohli to overcome his rut and rediscover his form at the international level. Seeing KP's Instagram post for Kohli, even Serbian tennis star and Wimbledon 2022 winner Novak Djokovic liked the former English cricketer's heartfelt post: ALSO READ | ENG vs IND: Yuvraj Singh reveals how he had a role to play in Rishabh Pant's 125 not out in 3rd ODI In Rohit Sharma-led India's third and final ODI versus England, in Manchester on Sunday (July 17), Kohli failed to get going once again in the visitors' 260-run chase. Coming in at No. 3, with India 13-1, the right-hander was dismissed for a 22-ball 17 before Rishabh Pant's unbeaten 113-ball 125 and Hardik Pandya's 55-ball 71, along with a four-fer, bailed India out of crisis and took them to a memorable 2-1 ODI series win over Jos Buttler & Co.

Serbian star Novak Djokovic reacts to Kevin Pietersen's Instagram post backing under-fire Virat Kohli

<p>Roger Federer hasn't played any Grand Slam since his quarter-final loss at the hands of&nbsp;Hubert Hurkacz in Wimbledon 2021 edition. Since then, many reports suggested that retirement is on the cards for the Swiss maestro.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While that hasn't happened yet, Federer hasn't played any further. The 40-year-old remains a fan favourite but many believe that retirement is on cards for the Swiss player. Since the early 2000s, Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have given plenty to cheer for the fans and while the Big Three is set to fade away sooner than later, fans and experts are still not ready to hear the retirement news of any of the trio (Nadal is battling with injury concerns whereas Federer is hardly seen on the court, although Djokovic is sure to continue for a longer period). Nonetheless, Federer has dropped a bomb and hinted at retirement during a recent chat.</p>

<p>Speaking to the Dutch newspaper, Algemeen Dagblad, Federer said,&nbsp;<em>"I am a winner lover, but if you're not competitive anymore, then it's better to stop. I don't think I need the tennis. I am happy with the little things, like when my son does something right and when my daughter comes home with a good grade.</em></p>

<p>"Tennis is part of, but not my entire identity. I want to be and remain successful, and put a lot of energy into business - probably give more than I should sometimes, but that can also be done outside of sports. I know a professional career can't last forever and that's okay," he added.</p>

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<p><em>"</em>It's nice to have a break from that now, and for them too, although they miss the travelling. We have friends all over the world and have developed routines for them as well. We haven't seen our friends in New York and Melbourne for a few years now. But I can honestly say that I am very happy at home. And that it is a great advantage that I can now make an appointment for a Tuesday morning in three weeks. And that I can actually do it without reality overtaking me."</p>

<p>“At times we miss travelling the world, and of course I also miss the sport, but also feel: life at home in a, let's say, normal way, is also good," Federer concluded.</p>

<p>Federer's non-participation since over a year has seen him drop out of the ATP rankings for the first time in 25 years. Hence, the end of run for the Swiss maestro from the court is certainly nearing. As of now, the veteran player has 20 Grand Slam titles, one less than Djokovic and two behind Rafael Nadal's tally (22).</p>


Roger Federer hasn't played any Grand Slam since his quarter-final loss at the hands of Hubert Hurkacz in Wimbledon 2021 edition. Since then, many reports suggested that retirement is on the cards for the Swiss maestro.

Roger Federer hasn't played any Grand Slam since his quarter-final loss at the hands of Hubert Hurkacz in Wimbledon 2021 edition. Since then, many reports suggested that retirement is on the cards for the Swiss maestro. While that hasn't happened yet, Federer hasn't played any further. The 40-year-old remains a fan favourite but many believe that retirement is on cards for the Swiss player. Since the early 2000s, Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have given plenty to cheer for the fans and while the Big Three is set to fade away sooner than later, fans and experts are still not ready to hear the retirement news of any of the trio (Nadal is battling with injury concerns whereas Federer is hardly seen on the court, although Djokovic is sure to continue for a longer period). Nonetheless, Federer has dropped a bomb and hinted at retirement during a recent chat. Speaking to the Dutch newspaper, Algemeen Dagblad, Federer said, "I am a winner lover, but if you're not competitive anymore, then it's better to stop. I don't think I need the tennis. I am happy with the little things, like when my son does something right and when my daughter comes home with a good grade. "Tennis is part of, but not my entire identity. I want to be and remain successful, and put a lot of energy into business - probably give more than I should sometimes, but that can also be done outside of sports. I know a professional career can't last forever and that's okay," he added. ALSO READ | WATCH: 'Don't drop it' - Prince William tells his son as Novak Djokovic gives him Wimbledon trophy "It's nice to have a break from that now, and for them too, although they miss the travelling. We have friends all over the world and have developed routines for them as well. We haven't seen our friends in New York and Melbourne for a few years now. But I can honestly say that I am very happy at home. And that it is a great advantage that I can now make an appointment for a Tuesday morning in three weeks. And that I can actually do it without reality overtaking me." “At times we miss travelling the world, and of course I also miss the sport, but also feel: life at home in a, let's say, normal way, is also good," Federer concluded. Federer's non-participation since over a year has seen him drop out of the ATP rankings for the first time in 25 years. Hence, the end of run for the Swiss maestro from the court is certainly nearing. As of now, the veteran player has 20 Grand Slam titles, one less than Djokovic and two behind Rafael Nadal's tally (22).

'Don't think I need....' - Roger Federer hints at calling it quits after skipping Wimbledon 2022

<p>&nbsp;Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar lavished praise on Novak Djokovic after the 21-time Grand-Slam champion claimed his seventh Wimbledon crown on Sunday. Serbia`s Novak Djokovic went past Roger Federer`s tally of 20 grand slam titles, clinching his 21st grand slam title after defeating Australia`s Nick Kyrgios in the Wimbledon men`s singles final on Sunday.</p>

<p>He reached his fourth consecutive title after defeating his Aussie counterpart by a margin of 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(3)."4th straight Wimbledon in a row is no mean feat. @DjokerNole`s composure, focus and consistency has been the hallmark of his game over the years. Lovely to see Novak appreciating @NickKyrgios &amp; the staff at #Wimbledon after this win," tweeted Sachin.</p>

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<p>His seventh Wimbledon title win draws him level with US legend Pete Sampras` tally of single trophies wins at the All England Lawn Tennis Club. The 35-year-old Serbian is now just one title shy to equal Roger Federer`s eight Wimbledon title wins and one grand slam title away from equaling Rafael Nadal`s record of 22 major title wins.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/dinners-on-me-but-not-tonight-novak-djokovic-tells-nick-kyrgios-after-wimbledon-triumph-496198">Dinner's on me, but not tonight: Novak Djokovic tells Nick Kyrgios after Wimbledon triumph</a></p>

<p>After Kyrgios took the first set on the Centre Court, Djokovic found his rhythm back later. Despite his Kyrgios best efforts, Djokovic got the better of his opponent in crucial moments of the second and third sets. Djokovic then held his nerves going into the fourth set tiebreaker and captured it easily to win the title.</p>

<p>It is Djokovic`s first tour-level win in three attempts against the Australian, who had never gone beyond the quarter-finals at a grand slam before this.</p>


Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar lavished praise on Novak Djokovic after the 21-time Grand-Slam champion claimed his seventh Wimbledon crown on Sunday. Serbia`s Novak Djokovic went past Roger Federer`s tally of 20 grand slam titles, clinching his 21st grand slam title after defeating Australia`s Nick Kyrgios in the Wimbledon men`s singles final on Sunday.

Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar lavished praise on Novak Djokovic after the 21-time Grand-Slam champion claimed his seventh Wimbledon crown on Sunday. Serbia`s Novak Djokovic went past Roger Federer`s tally of 20 grand slam titles, clinching his 21st grand slam title after defeating Australia`s Nick Kyrgios in the Wimbledon men`s singles final on Sunday. He reached his fourth consecutive title after defeating his Aussie counterpart by a margin of 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(3)."4th straight Wimbledon in a row is no mean feat. @DjokerNole`s composure, focus and consistency has been the hallmark of his game over the years. Lovely to see Novak appreciating @NickKyrgios & the staff at #Wimbledon after this win," tweeted Sachin. straight Wimbledon’s in a row is no mean feat. @DjokerNole’s composure, focus and consistency has been the hallmark of his game over the years. Lovely to see Novak appreciating @NickKyrgios & the staff at #Wimbledon after this win. pic.twitter.com/N6nEf3TntK — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 10, 2022 × His seventh Wimbledon title win draws him level with US legend Pete Sampras` tally of single trophies wins at the All England Lawn Tennis Club. The 35-year-old Serbian is now just one title shy to equal Roger Federer`s eight Wimbledon title wins and one grand slam title away from equaling Rafael Nadal`s record of 22 major title wins. Also Read: Dinner's on me, but not tonight: Novak Djokovic tells Nick Kyrgios after Wimbledon triumph After Kyrgios took the first set on the Centre Court, Djokovic found his rhythm back later. Despite his Kyrgios best efforts, Djokovic got the better of his opponent in crucial moments of the second and third sets. Djokovic then held his nerves going into the fourth set tiebreaker and captured it easily to win the title. It is Djokovic`s first tour-level win in three attempts against the Australian, who had never gone beyond the quarter-finals at a grand slam before this.

'No mean feat': Sachin Tendulkar hails Novak Djokovic after his 4th straight Wimbledon triumph

Novak Djokovic defeated Nick Kyrgios to lift his 4th straight Wimbledon men's singles title on Sunday (July 10). The Serbian ace claimed his fourth straight crown and seventh title overall at the All England Club to equal Pete Sampras and William Renshaw's record for second-most Wimbledon men's singles title. Here is a look at Djokovic's incredible dominance at Wimbledon over the years.

Novak Djokovic's Wimbledon dominance in numbers

Novak Djokovic extends dominance at Wimbledon: A look at all 21 Grand Slams won by the Serbian ace

<p>Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios played the Wimbledon final on Sunday (July 10) in London, England. Djokovic proved to be too good for the Australian as the Serbian romped past the 27-year-old in four sets -- 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (3) -- to win his 21st Grand Slam title.</p>

<p>After the match, Djokovic's interaction with Prince Williams and his family went viral. The Serbian met Prince Williams, his wife, and son George and handed over his Wimbledon trophy to the latter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In Djokovic's meet-and-greet session with&nbsp;Prince William, the Serbian player was&nbsp;introduced to Prince's son. Djoko initially&nbsp;asked him about the match, “How did you like it?” To which, Prince George responded, "Great" and then was asked by the former world number one player to hold the trophy. As soon as Djoko handed his Wimbledon trophy to the 9-year-old, Prince William was quick to warn George, "Don't drop it", and chuckled.</p>

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<p>With this victory, Djokovic has now equalled Pete Sampras'&nbsp;tally of seven Wimbledon titles. Thus, he&nbsp;is not just one shy from Roger Federer's eight.</p>

<p>In the post-match press conference, Djokovic stated, "Obviously over the moon with joy and happiness of experiencing this moment once again. I've said it many times, this tournament is extra special for me because it has been the first tournament that I've ever watched as a kid that got me to start playing tennis."</p>

<p>"I don't take any wins for granted, and particularly not [at] Wimbledon. On the contrary, actually, every time feels a bit different, special in its own way. Of course, having family and close people in my life here to share this victory with them, it was beautiful," he added.</p>


Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios played the Wimbledon final on Sunday (July 10) in London, England. Djokovic proved to be too good for the Australian as the Serbian romped past the 27-year-old in four sets -- 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (3) -- to win his 21st Grand Slam title.

Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios played the Wimbledon final on Sunday (July 10) in London, England. Djokovic proved to be too good for the Australian as the Serbian romped past the 27-year-old in four sets -- 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (3) -- to win his 21st Grand Slam title. After the match, Djokovic's interaction with Prince Williams and his family went viral. The Serbian met Prince Williams, his wife, and son George and handed over his Wimbledon trophy to the latter. In Djokovic's meet-and-greet session with Prince William, the Serbian player was introduced to Prince's son. Djoko initially asked him about the match, “How did you like it?” To which, Prince George responded, "Great" and then was asked by the former world number one player to hold the trophy. As soon as Djoko handed his Wimbledon trophy to the 9-year-old, Prince William was quick to warn George, "Don't drop it", and chuckled. Here's the video of their interaction: "Don't drop it!" 😅 It's been a special first #Wimbledon visit for Prince George 🏆#CentreCourt100 | @KensingtonRoyal pic.twitter.com/VKXg06hPCU — Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 10, 2022 × ALSO READ | Novak Djokovic on his US Open participation: 'Not planning to get vaccinated but would love to go there' With this victory, Djokovic has now equalled Pete Sampras' tally of seven Wimbledon titles. Thus, he is not just one shy from Roger Federer's eight. In the post-match press conference, Djokovic stated, "Obviously over the moon with joy and happiness of experiencing this moment once again. I've said it many times, this tournament is extra special for me because it has been the first tournament that I've ever watched as a kid that got me to start playing tennis." "I don't take any wins for granted, and particularly not [at] Wimbledon. On the contrary, actually, every time feels a bit different, special in its own way. Of course, having family and close people in my life here to share this victory with them, it was beautiful," he added.

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<p>Novak Djokovic defeated Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final on Sunday to clinch his fourth straight Wimbledon title. The Serbian ace extended his dominance at the All England Club with his seventh Wimbledon singles title equalling American great Pete Sampras' record. He is now just one short of equalling the legendary Roger Federer's record of most Wimbledon triumphs (8).</p>

<p>The Wimbledon 2022 title is Djokovic's first Grand Slam of the year as he has now closed the gap on Rafael Nadal on the list of most Grand Slam singles titles won by male players. He is now just one short of matching Nadal's feat of 22 Grand Slams but his participation at the upcoming US Open 2022 remains in doubt.</p>

<p>Djokovic, who has maintained a strict stance against getting COVID-19 vaccine, has reasserted that he will not get vaccinated anytime soon. The Serbian ace, who is regarded as one of the best players in the world, said he is not vaccinated and doesn't plan to take the vaccine but would love to take part in the US Open this year.</p>

<p>"I'm not vaccinated and I'm not planning to get vaccinated so the only good news I can have is them removing the mandated green vaccine card or whatever you call it to enter United States or exemption," Djokovic said.</p>

<p>"I'll wait hopefully for some good news from USA because I would really love to go there. If that doesn't happen, then I have to see what the schedule will look like," he added.</p>

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<p>Djokovic has not had the best of seasons so far this year as he had to face immense trouble in Australia earlier this year over his anti-COVID-19 vaccine stance. The Serb was not allowed to take part in the Australian Open and was denied a chance to defend his title. He was also involved in a legal battle against the Australian authorities before getting deported from the country for not getting vaccinated.</p>

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<p>Opening up on the events in Australia earlier this year, Djokovic said he was not in a great place mentally and emotionally but the win at Wimbledon has come at an important time for him in the season.</p>

<p>"Certainly this year has not been the same like last years. In the first several months of the year, I was not feeling great generally. Mentally, emotionally, I was not at a good place," Djokovic said as he opened up on the events in Australia.</p>

<p>"Once I left Australia... (it) caused turbulence inside of me. I just needed time to weather the storm. Wimbledon historically has always come at such important stages of my life and my career. In 2018 when I was starting the year with elbow surgery... this was the first slam that I won and (it) served as a springboard for (winning the next two majors at) the U.S. Open and 2019 Australian Open. I'm always inspired to play my best tennis in London," he explained.</p>


Novak Djokovic defeated Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final on Sunday to clinch his fourth straight Wimbledon title. The Serbian ace extended his dominance at the All England Club with his seventh Wimbledon singles title equalling American great Pete Sampras' record.

Novak Djokovic defeated Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final on Sunday to clinch his fourth straight Wimbledon title. The Serbian ace extended his dominance at the All England Club with his seventh Wimbledon singles title equalling American great Pete Sampras' record. He is now just one short of equalling the legendary Roger Federer's record of most Wimbledon triumphs (8). The Wimbledon 2022 title is Djokovic's first Grand Slam of the year as he has now closed the gap on Rafael Nadal on the list of most Grand Slam singles titles won by male players. He is now just one short of matching Nadal's feat of 22 Grand Slams but his participation at the upcoming US Open 2022 remains in doubt. Djokovic, who has maintained a strict stance against getting COVID-19 vaccine, has reasserted that he will not get vaccinated anytime soon. The Serbian ace, who is regarded as one of the best players in the world, said he is not vaccinated and doesn't plan to take the vaccine but would love to take part in the US Open this year. "I'm not vaccinated and I'm not planning to get vaccinated so the only good news I can have is them removing the mandated green vaccine card or whatever you call it to enter United States or exemption," Djokovic said. "I'll wait hopefully for some good news from USA because I would really love to go there. If that doesn't happen, then I have to see what the schedule will look like," he added. Also Read: 'No mean feat': Sachin Tendulkar hails Novak Djokovic after his 4th straight Wimbledon triumph Djokovic has not had the best of seasons so far this year as he had to face immense trouble in Australia earlier this year over his anti-COVID-19 vaccine stance. The Serb was not allowed to take part in the Australian Open and was denied a chance to defend his title. He was also involved in a legal battle against the Australian authorities before getting deported from the country for not getting vaccinated. Also Read: Novak Djokovic beats Nick Kyrgios to win 4th straight Wimbledon title, clinches 21st Grand Slam crown Opening up on the events in Australia earlier this year, Djokovic said he was not in a great place mentally and emotionally but the win at Wimbledon has come at an important time for him in the season. "Certainly this year has not been the same like last years. In the first several months of the year, I was not feeling great generally. Mentally, emotionally, I was not at a good place," Djokovic said as he opened up on the events in Australia. "Once I left Australia... (it) caused turbulence inside of me. I just needed time to weather the storm. Wimbledon historically has always come at such important stages of my life and my career. In 2018 when I was starting the year with elbow surgery... this was the first slam that I won and (it) served as a springboard for (winning the next two majors at) the U.S. Open and 2019 Australian Open. I'm always inspired to play my best tennis in London," he explained.

Novak Djokovic on his US Open participation: 'Not planning to get vaccinated but would love to go there'

<p>Novak Djokovic said he would make good on his deal to buy Nick Kyrgios drinks and dinner after beating the Australian to claim a fourth successive Wimbledon title on Sunday. The 35-year-old stayed ice cool on a fiercely hot afternoon as he absorbed some early brilliance from maverick Kyrgios to come back from a set down and win 4-6 6-3 6-4 7-6(3).</p>

<p>The 27-year-old Kyrgios, who lit up his first Grand Slam final with his unique blend of unique shot-making and verbal diarrhoea, described Djokovic as a God after succumbing in an absorbing three-hour contest.</p>

<p>In the build-up to the final the players, who previously had a frosty relationship, were all peace and harmony with a deal being made for the winner to buy dinner, although Kyrgios had suggested they "go nuts in a club".</p>

<p>"I don`t know if we`re going to make it happen tonight or some other night," a beaming Djokovic, who now owns seven Wimbledon and 21 Grand Slam titles, said on court after his trademark celebration of eating some blades of grass.</p>

<p>"This is a start of a wonderful relationship between us off the court as well. I didn`t respond to the (nightclub invitation) as my wife was sitting next to me. Let`s start with dinner and drinks and let`s see."</p>

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<p>Djokovic, with wife Jelena and young daughter Tara in the box, then revealed it was his wedding anniversary so Kyrgios may have to wait a little longer for his night out. Kyrgios pushed Djokovic hard but could not prevent the 35-year-old Serb taking his first Grand Slam title for a year -- a crucial dropped service game late in the third set proving costly in the end for the world number 40.</p>

<p>"Congrats to you and your team for an amazing tournament, I wish you all the best man I really really respect you a lot," Djokovic said. "I think you are a phenomenal tennis player and athlete and amazing talent.</p>

<p>"You`ve been hearing all of that for many years but now you know everything is starting to come together for you. I`m sure we`re gonna see much of you in the later stages of Grand Slams.</p>

<p>"I never thought I`m going to say so many nice things about you considering the relationship. It`s officially a bromance."</p>

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<p>Kyrgios, who fell short of becoming the first Australian man to win a Grand Slam for 20 years, said he did not know whether he would be back in a Wimbledon final, saying all he wanted to do was have a vacation.</p>

<p>"He`s a bit of God, I`m not gonna lie," Kyrgios said. "I thought I played well. It`s been an amazing couple of weeks for me personally. Really happy with this result, probably the best of my career and hopefully maybe one day I`ll be here again, but I don`t know about that."</p>


Novak Djokovic said he would make good on his deal to buy Nick Kyrgios drinks and dinner after beating the Australian to claim a fourth successive Wimbledon title on Sunday.

Novak Djokovic said he would make good on his deal to buy Nick Kyrgios drinks and dinner after beating the Australian to claim a fourth successive Wimbledon title on Sunday. The 35-year-old stayed ice cool on a fiercely hot afternoon as he absorbed some early brilliance from maverick Kyrgios to come back from a set down and win 4-6 6-3 6-4 7-6(3). The 27-year-old Kyrgios, who lit up his first Grand Slam final with his unique blend of unique shot-making and verbal diarrhoea, described Djokovic as a God after succumbing in an absorbing three-hour contest. In the build-up to the final the players, who previously had a frosty relationship, were all peace and harmony with a deal being made for the winner to buy dinner, although Kyrgios had suggested they "go nuts in a club". "I don`t know if we`re going to make it happen tonight or some other night," a beaming Djokovic, who now owns seven Wimbledon and 21 Grand Slam titles, said on court after his trademark celebration of eating some blades of grass. "This is a start of a wonderful relationship between us off the court as well. I didn`t respond to the (nightclub invitation) as my wife was sitting next to me. Let`s start with dinner and drinks and let`s see." Also Read: Novak Djokovic beats Nick Kyrgios to win 4th straight Wimbledon title, clinches 21st Grand Slam crown Djokovic, with wife Jelena and young daughter Tara in the box, then revealed it was his wedding anniversary so Kyrgios may have to wait a little longer for his night out. Kyrgios pushed Djokovic hard but could not prevent the 35-year-old Serb taking his first Grand Slam title for a year -- a crucial dropped service game late in the third set proving costly in the end for the world number 40. "Congrats to you and your team for an amazing tournament, I wish you all the best man I really really respect you a lot," Djokovic said. "I think you are a phenomenal tennis player and athlete and amazing talent. "You`ve been hearing all of that for many years but now you know everything is starting to come together for you. I`m sure we`re gonna see much of you in the later stages of Grand Slams. "I never thought I`m going to say so many nice things about you considering the relationship. It`s officially a bromance." Also Read: 'Let's go to a nightclub..': Instagram chat between Djokovic and Kyrgios ahead of Wimbledon final goes viral Kyrgios, who fell short of becoming the first Australian man to win a Grand Slam for 20 years, said he did not know whether he would be back in a Wimbledon final, saying all he wanted to do was have a vacation. "He`s a bit of God, I`m not gonna lie," Kyrgios said. "I thought I played well. It`s been an amazing couple of weeks for me personally. Really happy with this result, probably the best of my career and hopefully maybe one day I`ll be here again, but I don`t know about that."

Dinner's on me, but not tonight: Novak Djokovic tells Nick Kyrgios after Wimbledon triumph

<p>Novak Djokovic closed the gap on arch-rival Rafael Nadal as he defeated Australian Nick Kyrgios in the final to win the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles title at the Centre Court on Sunday (July 10). One of the greatest of all time, Djokovic was the favourite against Kyrgios, who was playing his maiden Grand Slam final at Wimbledon after getting a walk-over in the semi-final against Rafael Nadal, who pulled out of the tournament due to an injury.</p>

<p>Djokovic extended his dominance on the grass court with a record-equalling seventh Wimbledon title. He has now matched the feats of American great&nbsp;Pete Sampras and William Renshaw for the second most men's singles title in the history of Wimbledon.</p>

<p>Djokovic is now only behind the legendary Roger Federer, who has won the prestigious competition a staggering 8 times in his career so far. This is Djokovic's 4th straight triumph in the men's singles competition at Wimbledon having won the title in 2018, 2019 and 2021 while the tournament was called off due to COVID-19 in 2020.</p>

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<p>Djokovic went down 4-6 in the first set but the relentless Serbian staged an incredible comeback to beat the Australian 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(3). The Serbian ace has now pipped Federer in the race for the most men's singles Grand Slam titles and is only one short of equalling Rafael Nadal's record of 22 Grad Slams.</p>

<p>While Djokovic has now won 21 Grand Slam singles titles in his illustrious career, Federer, who gave a miss to Wimbledon this year is on 20 titles.</p>

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<p><strong>Ice cool Djokovic outclasses fiery Kyrgios</strong></p>

<p>In a heated contest between the duo, Djokovic maintained his calm and stayed serene throughout the epic final. While Kyrgios continuously talked with himself and complained to the match officials, Djokovic displayed nerves of ice in extereme heat conditions on the Centre Court with the temperature soaring up to 35 degrees Celsius.</p>

<p>Djokovic maintianed his composure during the final and was seen doing a fresh new celebration with a flying gesture while lying on the ground after lifting his seventh Wimbledon title as the crowd at the Centre Court stood up to applaud the 21-time Grand Slam champion.</p>


Novak Djokovic closed the gap on arch-rival Rafael Nadal as he defeated Australian Nick Kyrgios in the final to win the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles title at the Centre Court on Sunday (July 10).

Novak Djokovic closed the gap on arch-rival Rafael Nadal as he defeated Australian Nick Kyrgios in the final to win the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles title at the Centre Court on Sunday (July 10). One of the greatest of all time, Djokovic was the favourite against Kyrgios, who was playing his maiden Grand Slam final at Wimbledon after getting a walk-over in the semi-final against Rafael Nadal, who pulled out of the tournament due to an injury. Djokovic extended his dominance on the grass court with a record-equalling seventh Wimbledon title. He has now matched the feats of American great Pete Sampras and William Renshaw for the second most men's singles title in the history of Wimbledon. Djokovic is now only behind the legendary Roger Federer, who has won the prestigious competition a staggering 8 times in his career so far. This is Djokovic's 4th straight triumph in the men's singles competition at Wimbledon having won the title in 2018, 2019 and 2021 while the tournament was called off due to COVID-19 in 2020. Centre Court rises again for one of its great champions Congratulations, @DjokerNole #Wimbledon | #CentreCourt100 pic.twitter.com/RAm2mm56pS — Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 10, 2022 × Also Read: Elena Rybakina's memorable journey to historic Wimbledon triumph Djokovic went down 4-6 in the first set but the relentless Serbian staged an incredible comeback to beat the Australian 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(3). The Serbian ace has now pipped Federer in the race for the most men's singles Grand Slam titles and is only one short of equalling Rafael Nadal's record of 22 Grad Slams. While Djokovic has now won 21 Grand Slam singles titles in his illustrious career, Federer, who gave a miss to Wimbledon this year is on 20 titles. Also Read: 'Let's go to a nightclub..': Instagram chat between Djokovic & Kyrgios ahead of Wimbledon final goes viral Ice cool Djokovic outclasses fiery Kyrgios In a heated contest between the duo, Djokovic maintained his calm and stayed serene throughout the epic final. While Kyrgios continuously talked with himself and complained to the match officials, Djokovic displayed nerves of ice in extereme heat conditions on the Centre Court with the temperature soaring up to 35 degrees Celsius. Djokovic maintianed his composure during the final and was seen doing a fresh new celebration with a flying gesture while lying on the ground after lifting his seventh Wimbledon title as the crowd at the Centre Court stood up to applaud the 21-time Grand Slam champion.

Novak Djokovic beats Nick Kyrgios to win 4th straight Wimbledon title, clinches 21st Grand Slam crown

<p>Novak Djokovic will lock horns with Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final at Wimbledon 2022 on Sunday (July 19). Six-time Wimbledon champion Djokovic has won the last three editions of the tournament and will be looking to continue his stellar streak this year with a fourth consecutive title triumph. Australia's Kyrgios will be aiming to win his maiden Grand Slam title in his first-ever final appearance at Wimbledon.</p>

<p>Djokovic, who is yet to win a Grand Slam title this year, will be hopeful of closing in on arch-rival Rafael Nadal, who has gone ahead in the race with 22 Grand Slam titles to his name. Djokovic is currently tied at 20 with the legendary Roger Federer.</p>

<p>Djokovic defeated British Cameron Norrie in the semi-final after coming from behind. He had lost the first set 2-6 but went on to clinch the game 2-6,6-2,6-3,6-4 to make it to his fourth successive final at Wimbledon. Kyrgios, on the other hand, was scheduled to face Rafael Nadal in the semi-final but got a walk-over after the Spaniard pulled out of the tournament due to an injury.</p>

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<p>Kyrgios will have to be on top of his game to pull off an upset against Djokovic, who has been a dominant force at Wimbledon over the years. The Australian has an upper hand when it comes to the head-to-head record between the two having won both meetings against the Serbian ace so far in his career.</p>

<p><strong>Here is all you need to know about the Wimbledon 2022 final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios:</strong></p>

<p><strong>What time will the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios start?</strong></p>

<p>The Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios will start at 6:30 PM IST (2:00 PM local time) on Sunday, July 10.</p>

<p><strong>Where will Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios be played?</strong></p>

<p>The Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios will be played on Centre Court at Wimbledon, London, UK.</p>

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<p><strong>Which TV channel will have the live telecast of the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios in India?</strong></p>

<p>The Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios will be live on Star Sports Network - Star Sports Select 1 HD or Star Sports Select 2 HD in India.</p>

<p><strong>How to catch the live streaming of the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios?</strong></p>

<p>The live streaming of the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios will be available on the Hotstar app and website.</p>


Novak Djokovic will lock horns with Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final at Wimbledon 2022 on Sunday (July 19). Six-time Wimbledon champion Djokovic has won the last three editions of the tournament and will be looking to continue his stellar streak this year with a fourth consecutive title triumph.

Novak Djokovic will lock horns with Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final at Wimbledon 2022 on Sunday (July 19). Six-time Wimbledon champion Djokovic has won the last three editions of the tournament and will be looking to continue his stellar streak this year with a fourth consecutive title triumph. Australia's Kyrgios will be aiming to win his maiden Grand Slam title in his first-ever final appearance at Wimbledon. Djokovic, who is yet to win a Grand Slam title this year, will be hopeful of closing in on arch-rival Rafael Nadal, who has gone ahead in the race with 22 Grand Slam titles to his name. Djokovic is currently tied at 20 with the legendary Roger Federer. Djokovic defeated British Cameron Norrie in the semi-final after coming from behind. He had lost the first set 2-6 but went on to clinch the game 2-6,6-2,6-3,6-4 to make it to his fourth successive final at Wimbledon. Kyrgios, on the other hand, was scheduled to face Rafael Nadal in the semi-final but got a walk-over after the Spaniard pulled out of the tournament due to an injury. Also Read: 'Let's go to a nightclub..': Instagram chat between Djokovic and Kyrgios ahead of Wimbledon final goes viral Kyrgios will have to be on top of his game to pull off an upset against Djokovic, who has been a dominant force at Wimbledon over the years. The Australian has an upper hand when it comes to the head-to-head record between the two having won both meetings against the Serbian ace so far in his career. Here is all you need to know about the Wimbledon 2022 final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios: What time will the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios start? The Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios will start at 6:30 PM IST (2:00 PM local time) on Sunday, July 10. Where will Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios be played? The Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios will be played on Centre Court at Wimbledon, London, UK. Also Read: Kyrgios 'already a champion' in family's eyes, says brother ahead of Wimbledon final vs Djokovic Which TV channel will have the live telecast of the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios in India? The Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios will be live on Star Sports Network - Star Sports Select 1 HD or Star Sports Select 2 HD in India. How to catch the live streaming of the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios? The live streaming of the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios will be available on the Hotstar app and website.

Novak Djokovic vs Nick Kyrgios live streaming: When and Where to Watch Wimbledon 2022 final in India?

<p>Novak Djokovic will be gunning for his 21st Grand Slam title when he goes up against Australian Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final at Wimbledon 2022 on Sunday (July 10). While Djokovic defeated Cameron Norrie in the semi-final, Kyrgios got a walk-over after Rafael Nadal pulled out of his semi-final clash against him due to a torn abdominal muscle.</p>

<p>While Djokovic has been a force to reckon with at Wimbledon having won the last three titles at the All England Club, this will be Kyrgios' first-ever final appearance in the prestigious competition. Ahead of the summit clash, the duo enjoyed some fun banter on Instagram.</p>

<p>The banter between the two finalists started after Kyrgios took to his Instagram story to post a tweet about the improved relationship between the duo and asked Djokovic if they were friends now? Djokovic was quick to respond and said he would accept the invitation if Kyrgios was taking him out for a drink or dinner.</p>

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<p>"If you are inviting me for a drink or dinner, I accept. PS winner of tomorrow pays," wrote Djokovic responding to Kyrgios. The Aussie star nailed the deal with Djokovic and wrote - "Deal, let's go to a nightclub and go nuts.” The chat between the two finalists has gone viral and it seems the duo will be off to a club for some drinks post the final on Sunday.</p>

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<p>Kyrgios and Djokovic have been great rivals on the court but their relationship off the court too seemed to have been strained after the Aussie had slammed the Serbian ace for hosting an exhibition tournament in Belgrade where he tested positive for the virus in 2020.</p>

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<p>Kyrgios had also criticised Djokovic over his strict stance against COVID-19 vaccine. However, he had later extended his support to Djokovi when the Serb was detained by the Australian officials ahead of the Australian Open over his COVID-19 vaccination status earlier this year. It seems the duo has dcided to bury their hatchet finally and will be catching up after the Wimbledon final on Sunday.</p>


Novak Djokovic will be gunning for his 21st Grand Slam title when he goes up against Australian Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final at Wimbledon 2022 on Sunday (July 10).

Novak Djokovic will be gunning for his 21st Grand Slam title when he goes up against Australian Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final at Wimbledon 2022 on Sunday (July 10). While Djokovic defeated Cameron Norrie in the semi-final, Kyrgios got a walk-over after Rafael Nadal pulled out of his semi-final clash against him due to a torn abdominal muscle. While Djokovic has been a force to reckon with at Wimbledon having won the last three titles at the All England Club, this will be Kyrgios' first-ever final appearance in the prestigious competition. Ahead of the summit clash, the duo enjoyed some fun banter on Instagram. The banter between the two finalists started after Kyrgios took to his Instagram story to post a tweet about the improved relationship between the duo and asked Djokovic if they were friends now? Djokovic was quick to respond and said he would accept the invitation if Kyrgios was taking him out for a drink or dinner. Also Read: Kyrgios 'already a champion' in family's eyes, says brother ahead of Wimbledon final vs Djokovic "If you are inviting me for a drink or dinner, I accept. PS winner of tomorrow pays," wrote Djokovic responding to Kyrgios. The Aussie star nailed the deal with Djokovic and wrote - "Deal, let's go to a nightclub and go nuts.” The chat between the two finalists has gone viral and it seems the duo will be off to a club for some drinks post the final on Sunday. Kyrgios and Djokovic have been great rivals on the court but their relationship off the court too seemed to have been strained after the Aussie had slammed the Serbian ace for hosting an exhibition tournament in Belgrade where he tested positive for the virus in 2020. Also Read: Elena Rybakina creates history, beats Ons Jabeur to become 1st Kazakh player to clinch Wimbledon title Kyrgios had also criticised Djokovic over his strict stance against COVID-19 vaccine. However, he had later extended his support to Djokovi when the Serb was detained by the Australian officials ahead of the Australian Open over his COVID-19 vaccination status earlier this year. It seems the duo has dcided to bury their hatchet finally and will be catching up after the Wimbledon final on Sunday.

'Let's go to a nightclub..': Instagram chat between Djokovic and Kyrgios ahead of Wimbledon final goes viral

<p>Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios has conceded that he is feeling nervous after making it to his maiden grand slam final, adding that he had a "shocking sleep" the day he made it to the Wimbledon title round after Spanish stalwart Rafael Nadal pulled out due to an abdominal injury.</p>

<p>Prior to entering the Wimbledon final, the 27-year-old has never advanced beyond the quarterfinal stage in singles at a grand slam, though he was at one point in time ranked No. 13 in the world.</p>

<p>Kyrgios admitted ahead of the Wimbledon singles final against Novak Djokovic that he had butterflies in the stomach as he waits for the clash against the Serbian, the winner of 20 majors.</p>

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<p>"I had a shocking sleep last night (Thursday), though, to be honest. I probably got an hour`s sleep just with everything, like the excitement. I had so much anxiety, I was already feeling so nervous, and I don`t feel nervous usually," Kyrgios was quoted as saying by atptour.com.</p>

<p>"I just know there`s a lot of people that want me to do well and give my best. But I had a shocking sleep last night. Hopefully I can get some sleep tonight.</p>

<p>"I was just restless, so many thoughts in my head about a Wimbledon final. That`s all I was thinking about. I was thinking just playing, obviously imagining myself winning, imagining myself losing, everything," added the mercurial player.</p>

<p>Kyrgios, currently ranked No. 40 in the ATP rankings, believes his experience during this year`s Australian Open, where he and Thanasi Kokkinakis clinched the doubles title, had given him some confidence.</p>

<p>"You just have to ride the waves, roll with the punches in a grand slam. Like, you just don`t know. You really don`t know. You could be four points away from losing the tournament, then 11 days later you`re in the final. I just feel like I kind of just take it as it comes now more so than what I used to."</p>

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<p>Kyrgios also wished Nadal speedy recovery, and added that he really wanted to play the Spanish stalwart in the semifinal here.</p>

<p>"It`s not the way I wanted to get to the final. As a competitor, I really did want that match. It was obviously something that as soon as I beat Garin, Rafa was a high possibility, someone I`ve had so many good battles with before. We`ve both taken a win against each other at this tournament. I really did want to see how the third chapter was going to go," Kyrgios said.</p>

<p>"Obviously you never want to see someone like that, so important to the sport, go down with an injury like that. He`s just played so much tennis. He`s had a gruelling season. I just hope he recovers. I`m sure I`ll play him again on a big stage."</p>


Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios has conceded that he is feeling nervous after making it to his maiden grand slam final, adding that he had a "shocking sleep" the day he made it to the Wimbledon title round after Spanish stalwart Rafael Nadal pulled out due to an abdominal injury.

Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios has conceded that he is feeling nervous after making it to his maiden grand slam final, adding that he had a "shocking sleep" the day he made it to the Wimbledon title round after Spanish stalwart Rafael Nadal pulled out due to an abdominal injury. Prior to entering the Wimbledon final, the 27-year-old has never advanced beyond the quarterfinal stage in singles at a grand slam, though he was at one point in time ranked No. 13 in the world. Kyrgios admitted ahead of the Wimbledon singles final against Novak Djokovic that he had butterflies in the stomach as he waits for the clash against the Serbian, the winner of 20 majors. Also Read: Wimbledon 2022 women’s singles final live streaming: When and where to watch Jabeur vs Rybakina? "I had a shocking sleep last night (Thursday), though, to be honest. I probably got an hour`s sleep just with everything, like the excitement. I had so much anxiety, I was already feeling so nervous, and I don`t feel nervous usually," Kyrgios was quoted as saying by atptour.com. "I just know there`s a lot of people that want me to do well and give my best. But I had a shocking sleep last night. Hopefully I can get some sleep tonight. "I was just restless, so many thoughts in my head about a Wimbledon final. That`s all I was thinking about. I was thinking just playing, obviously imagining myself winning, imagining myself losing, everything," added the mercurial player. Kyrgios, currently ranked No. 40 in the ATP rankings, believes his experience during this year`s Australian Open, where he and Thanasi Kokkinakis clinched the doubles title, had given him some confidence. "You just have to ride the waves, roll with the punches in a grand slam. Like, you just don`t know. You really don`t know. You could be four points away from losing the tournament, then 11 days later you`re in the final. I just feel like I kind of just take it as it comes now more so than what I used to." Also Read: Wimbledon 2022 - Djokovic hits back to beat Norrie, sets up final clash with Nick Kyrgios Kyrgios also wished Nadal speedy recovery, and added that he really wanted to play the Spanish stalwart in the semifinal here. "It`s not the way I wanted to get to the final. As a competitor, I really did want that match. It was obviously something that as soon as I beat Garin, Rafa was a high possibility, someone I`ve had so many good battles with before. We`ve both taken a win against each other at this tournament. I really did want to see how the third chapter was going to go," Kyrgios said. "Obviously you never want to see someone like that, so important to the sport, go down with an injury like that. He`s just played so much tennis. He`s had a gruelling season. I just hope he recovers. I`m sure I`ll play him again on a big stage."

I had a shocking sleep; had so much anxiety, concedes Nick Kyrgios ahead of final vs Novak Djokovic

<p>Top seed Novak Djokovic set up a blockbuster Wimbledon final against Nick Kyrgios after recovering from a torrid start to overwhelm Britain`s Cameron Norrie 2-6 6-3 6-2 6-4 on Friday. For an hour on a sun-baked Centre Court, inspired ninth seed Norrie outshone the 20-time Grand Slam champion and looked capable of a huge upset in his first major semi-final.</p>

<p>The partisan home crowd roared its approval as Norrie capitalised on a rash of errors from a tense-looking Djokovic to win five successive games and take the opening set. Djokovic, bidding for a fourth successive Wimbledon title and seventh in all, found his usual rhythm though and gradually seized the initiative as Norrie`s level dropped.</p>

<p>From the moment the Serbian broke Norrie`s serve in the eighth game of the second set it was one-way traffic.<br />
Norrie battled hard in the fourth set as the crowd found its voice again but ultimately could not resist Djokovic`s march into a men`s record 32nd final from 68 Grand Slam events.</p>

<p>Australian Kyrgios, handed a walkover in the semi-final by injured Spaniard Rafa Nadal, now stands between the 35-year-old Djokovic and a 21st Grand Slam title. Djokovic, who received a few boos after gesturing at a heckling fan after match point, admitted he had struggled to get to grips with Norrie early on.</p>

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<p>"I didn`t start off well and he was the better player for the first set," Djokovic, who has now won 27 consecutive matches at Wimbledon dating back to 2017, said.</p>

<p>"In a Grand Slam semi-final, there`s always lots of pressure and expectation, Cameron didn`t have much to lose and he was playing the tournament of his life. I got a lucky break at 4-3, he kind of gifted me that game, and then the momentum shifted a little bit."</p>

<p>New Zealand-born left-hander Norrie was long odds to become the second British man in the professional era to reach the Wimbledon singles final. They were being slashed after a surprising first set in which Djokovic, contesting his 11th Wimbledon semi-final, laboured in the face of Norrie`s depth and accuracy.</p>

<p>A huge roar erupted around the court and on the adjacent hill where thousands watched on a screen as Norrie won a net exchange to break serve in the opening game. Djokovic replied immediately but his precision game looked badly out of sync as former U.S. college player Norrie romped to the first set.</p>

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<p>Djokovic is an old hand at dealing with adversity though and after changing his racket and donning a white cap he transformed into his metronomic self. Norrie saved break points at 1-2 and 2-3 in the second set but Djokovic kept probing and Norrie missed an easy volley at 3-4, then a forehand, to concede serve.</p>

<p>Djokovic slipped 0-30 behind as he served for the set but reeled off the next four points to level the match. Norrie shanked a forehand over the baseline to drop serve at the start of the third and Djokovic seized control as hopes of an upset melted away in the sun.</p>

<p>The crowd tried to revive Norrie with chants of "Let`s go Norrie, Let`s Go" in the fourth set but it was in hope rather than expectation as Djokovic turned the screw. He will need to start better against Kyrgios on Sunday with the Australian leading their head-to-head series 2-0.</p>

<p>"The job is not finished," he said. "One thing is for sure there are going to be a lot of fireworks emotionally from both of us. I`ve never won a set off him. Hopefully it can be different this time."</p>


Top seed Novak Djokovic set up a blockbuster Wimbledon final against Nick Kyrgios after recovering from a torrid start to overwhelm Britain`s Cameron Norrie 2-6 6-3 6-2 6-4 on Friday.

Top seed Novak Djokovic set up a blockbuster Wimbledon final against Nick Kyrgios after recovering from a torrid start to overwhelm Britain`s Cameron Norrie 2-6 6-3 6-2 6-4 on Friday. For an hour on a sun-baked Centre Court, inspired ninth seed Norrie outshone the 20-time Grand Slam champion and looked capable of a huge upset in his first major semi-final. The partisan home crowd roared its approval as Norrie capitalised on a rash of errors from a tense-looking Djokovic to win five successive games and take the opening set. Djokovic, bidding for a fourth successive Wimbledon title and seventh in all, found his usual rhythm though and gradually seized the initiative as Norrie`s level dropped. From the moment the Serbian broke Norrie`s serve in the eighth game of the second set it was one-way traffic. Norrie battled hard in the fourth set as the crowd found its voice again but ultimately could not resist Djokovic`s march into a men`s record 32nd final from 68 Grand Slam events. Australian Kyrgios, handed a walkover in the semi-final by injured Spaniard Rafa Nadal, now stands between the 35-year-old Djokovic and a 21st Grand Slam title. Djokovic, who received a few boos after gesturing at a heckling fan after match point, admitted he had struggled to get to grips with Norrie early on. Also Read: Clinical Elena Rybakina eases past Simona Halep to reach Wimbledon final "I didn`t start off well and he was the better player for the first set," Djokovic, who has now won 27 consecutive matches at Wimbledon dating back to 2017, said. "In a Grand Slam semi-final, there`s always lots of pressure and expectation, Cameron didn`t have much to lose and he was playing the tournament of his life. I got a lucky break at 4-3, he kind of gifted me that game, and then the momentum shifted a little bit." New Zealand-born left-hander Norrie was long odds to become the second British man in the professional era to reach the Wimbledon singles final. They were being slashed after a surprising first set in which Djokovic, contesting his 11th Wimbledon semi-final, laboured in the face of Norrie`s depth and accuracy. A huge roar erupted around the court and on the adjacent hill where thousands watched on a screen as Norrie won a net exchange to break serve in the opening game. Djokovic replied immediately but his precision game looked badly out of sync as former U.S. college player Norrie romped to the first set. Also Read: Rafael Nadal pulls out of Wimbledon semi-final with abdominal injury Djokovic is an old hand at dealing with adversity though and after changing his racket and donning a white cap he transformed into his metronomic self. Norrie saved break points at 1-2 and 2-3 in the second set but Djokovic kept probing and Norrie missed an easy volley at 3-4, then a forehand, to concede serve. Djokovic slipped 0-30 behind as he served for the set but reeled off the next four points to level the match. Norrie shanked a forehand over the baseline to drop serve at the start of the third and Djokovic seized control as hopes of an upset melted away in the sun. The crowd tried to revive Norrie with chants of "Let`s go Norrie, Let`s Go" in the fourth set but it was in hope rather than expectation as Djokovic turned the screw. He will need to start better against Kyrgios on Sunday with the Australian leading their head-to-head series 2-0. "The job is not finished," he said. "One thing is for sure there are going to be a lot of fireworks emotionally from both of us. I`ve never won a set off him. Hopefully it can be different this time."

Wimbledon 2022: Novak Djokovic hits back to beat Cameron Norrie, sets up final clash with Nick Kyrgios

<p>The action continues in Wimbledon 2022 edition as Novak Djokovic and Cameron Norrie will square off against each other in the&nbsp;men's semi-finals on Friday evening (July 08). The other semi-final clash was scheduled to take place between Rafael Nadal and Nick Krygios before the former withdrew from the premier tournament due to an abdominal injury.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hence, Djokovic and Norrie semi-final clash winner will take on the Australian Krygios in the summit clash of the 135th edition of Wimbledon 2022. Talking about the Serbian, Djokovic is coming into this match on the back of a five-set win versus Jannik Sinner whereas Norrie beat David Goffin in five sets during his quarter-final encounter.</p>

<p><strong>Here's the live streaming details of the Novak Djokovic vs Cameron Norrie semi-final&nbsp;match in Wimbledon 2022</strong></p>

<p><strong>Where will Novak Djokovic vs Cameron Norrie semi-final&nbsp;tie in Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;be played?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Norrie semi-final&nbsp;match at Wimbledon 2022<strong>&nbsp;</strong>will be played at the&nbsp;Centre Court.</p>

<p><strong>When will the&nbsp;Novak Djokovic vs Cameron Norrie semi-final&nbsp;match in Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;commence?</strong></p>

<p>The Djokovic vs&nbsp;Norrie semi-final&nbsp;clash&nbsp;at Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;will start at 7:15&nbsp;pm IST on Friday evening (July 08).</p>

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<p><strong>Which TV channels will broadcast Novak Djokovic vs Cameron Norrie semi-final&nbsp;match in Wimbledon 2022?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Norrie semi-final&nbsp;tie at Wimbledon 2022 will be&nbsp;broadcast on Sony Sports Network.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>How to watch the live streaming of Novak&nbsp;Djokovic vs Cameron Norrie semi-final&nbsp;match in Wimbledon 2022?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Norrie semi-final&nbsp;fixture&nbsp;at Wimbledon 2022 will be available for live streaming&nbsp;on the Disney+ Hotstar website and app.</p>


The action continues in Wimbledon 2022 edition as Novak Djokovic and Cameron Norrie will square off against each other in the men's semi-finals on Friday evening (July 08).

The action continues in Wimbledon 2022 edition as Novak Djokovic and Cameron Norrie will square off against each other in the men's semi-finals on Friday evening (July 08). The other semi-final clash was scheduled to take place between Rafael Nadal and Nick Krygios before the former withdrew from the premier tournament due to an abdominal injury. Hence, Djokovic and Norrie semi-final clash winner will take on the Australian Krygios in the summit clash of the 135th edition of Wimbledon 2022. Talking about the Serbian, Djokovic is coming into this match on the back of a five-set win versus Jannik Sinner whereas Norrie beat David Goffin in five sets during his quarter-final encounter. Here's the live streaming details of the Novak Djokovic vs Cameron Norrie semi-final match in Wimbledon 2022 Where will Novak Djokovic vs Cameron Norrie semi-final tie in Wimbledon 2022 be played? The Djokovic vs Norrie semi-final match at Wimbledon 2022 will be played at the Centre Court. When will the Novak Djokovic vs Cameron Norrie semi-final match in Wimbledon 2022 commence? The Djokovic vs Norrie semi-final clash at Wimbledon 2022 will start at 7:15 pm IST on Friday evening (July 08). ALSO READ | WATCH: Nadal's family asks him to quit amid fitness concerns in gruelling Wimbledon QF clash vs Fritz Which TV channels will broadcast Novak Djokovic vs Cameron Norrie semi-final match in Wimbledon 2022? The Djokovic vs Norrie semi-final tie at Wimbledon 2022 will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network. How to watch the live streaming of Novak Djokovic vs Cameron Norrie semi-final match in Wimbledon 2022? The Djokovic vs Norrie semi-final fixture at Wimbledon 2022 will be available for live streaming on the Disney+ Hotstar website and app.

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<p>Rafael Nadal hasn't had anything easy so far in the Wimbledon 2022 edition. While he dropped a set each during his first two wins, he was at his best in the next two rounds, beating his oppositions in straight sets. However, the 36-year-old Spaniard was once again stretched by American youngster Taylor Fritz in the quarter-finals match in Wimbledon 2022 on Wednesday (July 06).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nadal won the game eventually, which lasted for more than four hours, but was seen in pain throughout the contest. During his&nbsp;3-6 7-5 3-6 7-5 7-6(4) victory over Fritz, Nadal was seen struggling physically during the second set. In a clip that has surfaced on social media, Nadal's father and sister can be seen asking him to withdraw from the contest.</p>

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<p>After the match, Nadal heaped praise on Fritz and said, "It was a tough afternoon against a great player. All the credit to Taylor, he has been playing great during the whole season. From my personal side, it was not an easy match at all, so I'm just very happy to be in the semi-finals. The body, in general, is fine. In the abdominal [area] it is not going well, to be honest. I had to find a way to serve a little bit differently, for a lot of moments I was thinking maybe I would not be able to finish the match, but I don't know. The court, the energy [helped me]."</p>

<p>Nadal, however, remains unsure if he can turn up for his mouth-watering semi-final match versus Australia's Nick Krygios. "I don`t know," th veteran&nbsp;said when asked about his chances of playing the unseeded Kyrgios.</p>

<p>"Honestly, I can`t give you a clear answer because if I gave you a clear answer and tomorrow another thing happens, I will be a liar."</p>


Rafael Nadal hasn't had anything easy so far in the Wimbledon 2022 edition. While he dropped a set each during his first two wins, he was at his best in the next two rounds, beating his oppositions in straight sets.

Rafael Nadal hasn't had anything easy so far in the Wimbledon 2022 edition. While he dropped a set each during his first two wins, he was at his best in the next two rounds, beating his oppositions in straight sets. However, the 36-year-old Spaniard was once again stretched by American youngster Taylor Fritz in the quarter-finals match in Wimbledon 2022 on Wednesday (July 06). Nadal won the game eventually, which lasted for more than four hours, but was seen in pain throughout the contest. During his 3-6 7-5 3-6 7-5 7-6(4) victory over Fritz, Nadal was seen struggling physically during the second set. In a clip that has surfaced on social media, Nadal's father and sister can be seen asking him to withdraw from the contest. Sebastian Nadal telling his son Rafael to quit? #Wimbledon #Nadal pic.twitter.com/L0LiJQQttY — Simon Häring (@_shaering) July 6, 2022 × ALSO READ | Injured Rafael Nadal unsure if he can play Wimbledon semis against Nick Kyrgios After the match, Nadal heaped praise on Fritz and said, "It was a tough afternoon against a great player. All the credit to Taylor, he has been playing great during the whole season. From my personal side, it was not an easy match at all, so I'm just very happy to be in the semi-finals. The body, in general, is fine. In the abdominal [area] it is not going well, to be honest. I had to find a way to serve a little bit differently, for a lot of moments I was thinking maybe I would not be able to finish the match, but I don't know. The court, the energy [helped me]." Nadal, however, remains unsure if he can turn up for his mouth-watering semi-final match versus Australia's Nick Krygios. "I don`t know," th veteran said when asked about his chances of playing the unseeded Kyrgios. "Honestly, I can`t give you a clear answer because if I gave you a clear answer and tomorrow another thing happens, I will be a liar."

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<p>Just when Novak Djokovic`s troubling year looked like hitting another low he salvaged his bid for a fourth successive Wimbledon title by coming back from two sets down to beat Italian Jannik Sinner on Tuesday. The Serbian top seed had looked in all kinds of trouble against the inspired 20-year-old after being outplayed for two sets but stormed back to win 5-7 2-6 6-3 6-2 6-2.</p>

<p>In the end there was an air of inevitability about the outcome as the battle-hardened 35-year-old seized control to reach his 43rd Grand Slam semi-final and 11th at Wimbledon.</p>

<p>Djokovic has not been able to add to his 20 major titles this year after being deported before the Australian Open following a COVID-19 standoff and then losing to Rafa Nadal in the quarter-finals of the French Open.</p>

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<p>But he kept alive the prospect of facing second seed Nadal in Sunday`s final with a superb comeback, the seventh time in his career he has triumphed after losing the first two sets.</p>

<p>Sinner, who was bidding to follow in the footsteps of compatriot Matteo Berrettini who reached last year`s final, showed why he is being tipped as a future Grand Slam champion but he faded in the face of a Djokovic onslaught.</p>

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<p>When the Serbian produced a miraculous backhand winner on the slide to earn a break in the seventh game of the fifth set, ending on his belly in a superman posture, 10th seed Sinner knew that he was facing mission impossible.<br />
The Italian belted a volley long on the next point and then Djokovic held to love to seal victory.</p>


Just when Novak Djokovic`s troubling year looked like hitting another low he salvaged his bid for a fourth successive Wimbledon title by coming back from two sets down to beat Italian Jannik Sinner on Tuesday.

Just when Novak Djokovic`s troubling year looked like hitting another low he salvaged his bid for a fourth successive Wimbledon title by coming back from two sets down to beat Italian Jannik Sinner on Tuesday. The Serbian top seed had looked in all kinds of trouble against the inspired 20-year-old after being outplayed for two sets but stormed back to win 5-7 2-6 6-3 6-2 6-2. In the end there was an air of inevitability about the outcome as the battle-hardened 35-year-old seized control to reach his 43rd Grand Slam semi-final and 11th at Wimbledon. Djokovic has not been able to add to his 20 major titles this year after being deported before the Australian Open following a COVID-19 standoff and then losing to Rafa Nadal in the quarter-finals of the French Open. Also Read: Wimbledon 2022 - Sania Mirza-Mate Pavic reach mixed doubles semifinals But he kept alive the prospect of facing second seed Nadal in Sunday`s final with a superb comeback, the seventh time in his career he has triumphed after losing the first two sets. Sinner, who was bidding to follow in the footsteps of compatriot Matteo Berrettini who reached last year`s final, showed why he is being tipped as a future Grand Slam champion but he faded in the face of a Djokovic onslaught. Also Read: Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios to face court next month in assault charge When the Serbian produced a miraculous backhand winner on the slide to earn a break in the seventh game of the fifth set, ending on his belly in a superman posture, 10th seed Sinner knew that he was facing mission impossible. The Italian belted a volley long on the next point and then Djokovic held to love to seal victory.

Novak Djokovic beats Jannik Sinner to storm into Wimbledon 2022 semi-finals

<p>The action continues in Wimbledon 2022 as the competition is getting intense with each passing day in every category. On Tuesday (July 05), Serbian star Novak Djokovic will play his quarter-final match as he will be up against the 20-year-old Italian player Jannik Sinner in what promises to be an enthralling battle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the unversed, Djokovic will be playing his 13th quarterfinal at the premier tournament in London. He went past&nbsp;Dutchman Tim van Rijthoven in four sets in the fourth round whereas&nbsp;Sinner was in top form and beat Carlos Alcaraz in an intense content, which was of four sets, to enter&nbsp;his made his maiden Wimbledon quarterfinal appearance.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Here's the live streaming details of the Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner quarter-final&nbsp;match in Wimbledon 2022</strong></p>

<p><strong>Where will the Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner quarter-final&nbsp;tie in Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;be played?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Sinner quarter-final&nbsp;match at Wimbledon 2022<strong>&nbsp;</strong>will be held at the&nbsp;Centre Court.</p>

<p><strong>When will the&nbsp;Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner quarter-final&nbsp;match in Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;commence?</strong></p>

<p>The Djokovic vs&nbsp;Sinner quarter-final clash&nbsp;at Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;will kick off&nbsp;at 6:00 pm IST on Tuesday evening (July 05).</p>

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<p><strong>Which TV channels will broadcast the Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner quarter-final&nbsp;match in Wimbledon 2022?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Sinner quarter-final&nbsp;tie at Wimbledon 2022 will be available for&nbsp;broadcast on Sony Sports Network.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>How to watch the live streaming of the Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner quarter-final&nbsp;match in Wimbledon 2022?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Sinner quarter-final&nbsp;fixture&nbsp;at Wimbledon 2022 will be&nbsp;live-streamed on the Disney+ Hotstar website and app.</p>


The action continues in Wimbledon 2022 as the competition is getting intense with each passing day in every category. On Tuesday (July 05), Serbian star Novak Djokovic will play his quarter-final match as he will be up against the 20-year-old Italian player Jannik Sinner in what promises to be an enthralling battle.

The action continues in Wimbledon 2022 as the competition is getting intense with each passing day in every category. On Tuesday (July 05), Serbian star Novak Djokovic will play his quarter-final match as he will be up against the 20-year-old Italian player Jannik Sinner in what promises to be an enthralling battle. For the unversed, Djokovic will be playing his 13th quarterfinal at the premier tournament in London. He went past Dutchman Tim van Rijthoven in four sets in the fourth round whereas Sinner was in top form and beat Carlos Alcaraz in an intense content, which was of four sets, to enter his made his maiden Wimbledon quarterfinal appearance. Here's the live streaming details of the Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner quarter-final match in Wimbledon 2022 Where will the Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner quarter-final tie in Wimbledon 2022 be played? The Djokovic vs Sinner quarter-final match at Wimbledon 2022 will be held at the Centre Court. When will the Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner quarter-final match in Wimbledon 2022 commence? The Djokovic vs Sinner quarter-final clash at Wimbledon 2022 will kick off at 6:00 pm IST on Tuesday evening (July 05). ALSO READ | Seven-times major champion Mats Wilander slams toxic atmosphere in Nick Kyrgios- Stefanos Tsitsipas tie Which TV channels will broadcast the Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner quarter-final match in Wimbledon 2022? The Djokovic vs Sinner quarter-final tie at Wimbledon 2022 will be available for broadcast on Sony Sports Network. How to watch the live streaming of the Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner quarter-final match in Wimbledon 2022? The Djokovic vs Sinner quarter-final fixture at Wimbledon 2022 will be live-streamed on the Disney+ Hotstar website and app.

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<p>Top seed Novak Djokovic raised his level to put an end to the fairytale run of Dutch wildcard Tim van Rijthoven during a battling 6-2 4-6 6-1 6-2 victory on Sunday and keep his Wimbledon title defence on track.<br />
Chasing a fourth straight Wimbledon crown and seventh overall at the grasscourt major, Djokovic is now unbeaten on the manicured lawns of the All England Club since retiring due to an elbow injury against Tomas Berdych in the 2017 quarter-finals.</p>

<p>Djokovic will play Italian 10th seed Jannik Sinner for a place in Friday`s semi-finals after the 20-year-old ousted fifth-seeded Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz in the previous contest on Centre Court. Van Rijthoven was ranked 205th in the world last month and had not even won a Challenger Tour title when he triumphed at the ATP 250 grasscourt event in `s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, defeating world number one Daniil Medvedev 6-4 6-1 in the final.</p>

<p>"Very tough. I mean, I have never faced him before and he`s kind of a new face on the tour," Djokovic said standing on the same lawn that he graced a few hours earlier as part of a parade of former champions to celebrate Centre Court`s 100 years. "He was on a streak on this surface and I knew that it wasn`t going to be easy with that serve and a lot of talent, great touch, powerful forehand, he can do a lot of damage. It took me a little bit of time to get used to his pace."</p>

<p>Djokovic broke the Dutchman at the first opportunity but was soon forced to dig deep on his own serve when van Rijthoven set up two break point chances. But the Serbian saved both and let out a huge roar that sounded even louder with the roof closed due to the lateness of the match.</p>

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<p>Van Rijthoven missed one more chance on Djokovic`s serve in the seventh game and instead it was the top seed who got a second break to bag the set with an exquisite backhand down the line.<br />
The 25-year-old Van Rijthoven, who said it was his dream before the tournament to play Djokovic, would not be beaten easily though. He started putting Djokovic under pressure with his heavy forehand and finally managed to crack his opponent`s serve in the seventh game with cries of "Come on Tim" reverberating in the stands.</p>

<p>The Dutch, who rates his delivery as his greatest weapon, saved four break points while serving for the second set at 5-4 before slamming down two consecutive aces to level the contest at one set apiece.<br />
With less than 90 minutes left for an impending curfew at 11 pm local time, many would have wondered if the match was headed for a Monday finish. But Djokovic had other ideas. He slipped a few times on important points during the first two sets as he played a few metres behind the baseline to allow himself more time against the hard-hitting Van Rijthoven.</p>

<p>After losing the second set he decided to change tactics and pumped up his aggression. The 35-year-old showed why he has won 25 consecutive matches on grass and broke his opponent`s serve twice to completely shut out the momentum the Dutchman had gained.</p>

<p>Djokovic got a break early in the fourth and let out roars of "come on" with his fists clenched, while a second break in the seventh game put the world number three firmly in control. The 20-times major champion then converted his first match point with a forehand winner -- his 28th of the evening -- to keep his title defence rolling on grass.</p>

<p>"Conditions under the roof played a little bit different, a bit slippery. It takes a bit of time or a bit of adjustment but overall I closed out the match well," said Djokovic, claiming he was unaware of the approaching curfew.<br />
"I`m lucky. It`s never really pleasant if you can`t finish the match the same day. Glad I did."</p>


Top seed Novak Djokovic raised his level to put an end to the fairytale run of Dutch wildcard Tim van Rijthoven during a battling 6-2 4-6 6-1 6-2 victory on Sunday and keep his Wimbledon title defence on track.

Top seed Novak Djokovic raised his level to put an end to the fairytale run of Dutch wildcard Tim van Rijthoven during a battling 6-2 4-6 6-1 6-2 victory on Sunday and keep his Wimbledon title defence on track. Chasing a fourth straight Wimbledon crown and seventh overall at the grasscourt major, Djokovic is now unbeaten on the manicured lawns of the All England Club since retiring due to an elbow injury against Tomas Berdych in the 2017 quarter-finals. Djokovic will play Italian 10th seed Jannik Sinner for a place in Friday`s semi-finals after the 20-year-old ousted fifth-seeded Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz in the previous contest on Centre Court. Van Rijthoven was ranked 205th in the world last month and had not even won a Challenger Tour title when he triumphed at the ATP 250 grasscourt event in `s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, defeating world number one Daniil Medvedev 6-4 6-1 in the final. "Very tough. I mean, I have never faced him before and he`s kind of a new face on the tour," Djokovic said standing on the same lawn that he graced a few hours earlier as part of a parade of former champions to celebrate Centre Court`s 100 years. "He was on a streak on this surface and I knew that it wasn`t going to be easy with that serve and a lot of talent, great touch, powerful forehand, he can do a lot of damage. It took me a little bit of time to get used to his pace." Djokovic broke the Dutchman at the first opportunity but was soon forced to dig deep on his own serve when van Rijthoven set up two break point chances. But the Serbian saved both and let out a huge roar that sounded even louder with the roof closed due to the lateness of the match. ALSO READ | 'I hope I can come back': Roger Federer hints at Wimbledon return on surprise visit Van Rijthoven missed one more chance on Djokovic`s serve in the seventh game and instead it was the top seed who got a second break to bag the set with an exquisite backhand down the line. The 25-year-old Van Rijthoven, who said it was his dream before the tournament to play Djokovic, would not be beaten easily though. He started putting Djokovic under pressure with his heavy forehand and finally managed to crack his opponent`s serve in the seventh game with cries of "Come on Tim" reverberating in the stands. The Dutch, who rates his delivery as his greatest weapon, saved four break points while serving for the second set at 5-4 before slamming down two consecutive aces to level the contest at one set apiece. With less than 90 minutes left for an impending curfew at 11 pm local time, many would have wondered if the match was headed for a Monday finish. But Djokovic had other ideas. He slipped a few times on important points during the first two sets as he played a few metres behind the baseline to allow himself more time against the hard-hitting Van Rijthoven. After losing the second set he decided to change tactics and pumped up his aggression. The 35-year-old showed why he has won 25 consecutive matches on grass and broke his opponent`s serve twice to completely shut out the momentum the Dutchman had gained. Djokovic got a break early in the fourth and let out roars of "come on" with his fists clenched, while a second break in the seventh game put the world number three firmly in control. The 20-times major champion then converted his first match point with a forehand winner -- his 28th of the evening -- to keep his title defence rolling on grass. "Conditions under the roof played a little bit different, a bit slippery. It takes a bit of time or a bit of adjustment but overall I closed out the match well," said Djokovic, claiming he was unaware of the approaching curfew. "I`m lucky. It`s never really pleasant if you can`t finish the match the same day. Glad I did."

Wimbledon 2022: Novak Djokovic tames wildcard Tim Van Rijthoven to set up Jannik Sinner clash in QFs

<p>Novak Djokovic clinically disposed of fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic as he continued his relentless pursuit of a fourth successive Wimbledon title with a 6-0 6-3 6-4 victory on Friday.</p>

<p>The top seed was unplayable in the opening set of his third-round match on Centre Court, taking it in 24 minutes.</p>

<p>Kecmanovic, seeded 25, received the biggest cheer of the day when he finally got on the scoreboard after 35 minutes by taking a long service game.</p>

<p>But Djokovic was streets ahead of his 22-year-old rival as he reached the last 16 at Wimbledon for the 14th time.</p>

<p>The 35-year-old needed just one break of serve in the second set and broke twice in the third to lead 5-2 before blotting his copybook slightly with a couple of loose games.</p>

<p>It only delayed the inevitable, however, as Djokovic completed victory, his 24th in a row at the grasscourt major dating back to 2018, to set up a clash with Dutch wildcard Tim van Rijthoven.</p>

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<p>"Obviously it helps a lot if you start off the match very well," Djokovic said of his lightning start. "The way I played first set was great.</p>

<p>"I maintained that level pretty much throughout the entire match. Just overall very pleased."<br />
His next assignment against Van Rijthoven will take place on middle Sunday, which until this year was a rest day.</p>

<p>Wimbledon have moved with the times and have now scheduled matches on that day with the men`s and women`s fourth round singles spread over Sunday and Monday rather than just Monday.</p>

<p>Djokovic, who is bidding for a seventh Wimbledon title, said he was happy with the tweak.</p>

<p>"All the other Grand Slams are playing in middle Sunday. I`m glad that Wimbledon has introduced that. I`m in favour of that rule change," he said.</p>

<p>And of his opponent, Djokovic said he will do his homework, although if he plays against the Dutchman like he did against Kecmanovic, it might well be a Sunday walk in the park.</p>

<p>"I`m sure he`s excited to play on a big stage. He doesn`t have much to lose," Djokovic said.</p>

<p>"He`s on his dream run. He`s a young player that is just starting so I`m sure his career will be very good."</p>


Novak Djokovic clinically disposed of fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic as he continued his relentless pursuit of a fourth successive Wimbledon title with a 6-0 6-3 6-4 victory on Friday.

Novak Djokovic clinically disposed of fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic as he continued his relentless pursuit of a fourth successive Wimbledon title with a 6-0 6-3 6-4 victory on Friday. The top seed was unplayable in the opening set of his third-round match on Centre Court, taking it in 24 minutes. Kecmanovic, seeded 25, received the biggest cheer of the day when he finally got on the scoreboard after 35 minutes by taking a long service game. But Djokovic was streets ahead of his 22-year-old rival as he reached the last 16 at Wimbledon for the 14th time. The 35-year-old needed just one break of serve in the second set and broke twice in the third to lead 5-2 before blotting his copybook slightly with a couple of loose games. It only delayed the inevitable, however, as Djokovic completed victory, his 24th in a row at the grasscourt major dating back to 2018, to set up a clash with Dutch wildcard Tim van Rijthoven. Also read | Neeraj Chopra takes blessings from elderly fan after national record-breaking throw - WATCH "Obviously it helps a lot if you start off the match very well," Djokovic said of his lightning start. "The way I played first set was great. "I maintained that level pretty much throughout the entire match. Just overall very pleased." His next assignment against Van Rijthoven will take place on middle Sunday, which until this year was a rest day. Wimbledon have moved with the times and have now scheduled matches on that day with the men`s and women`s fourth round singles spread over Sunday and Monday rather than just Monday. Djokovic, who is bidding for a seventh Wimbledon title, said he was happy with the tweak. "All the other Grand Slams are playing in middle Sunday. I`m glad that Wimbledon has introduced that. I`m in favour of that rule change," he said. And of his opponent, Djokovic said he will do his homework, although if he plays against the Dutchman like he did against Kecmanovic, it might well be a Sunday walk in the park. "I`m sure he`s excited to play on a big stage. He doesn`t have much to lose," Djokovic said. "He`s on his dream run. He`s a young player that is just starting so I`m sure his career will be very good."

Novak Djokovic schools Miomir Kecmanovic to reach Wimbledon last 16 again

<p>A lot is happening at the Wimbledon 2022 edition with each passing day. While Serena Williams was shown the door in her first round in&nbsp;women's singles, Rafael Nadal was stretched in two games in a row, Iga Swiatek survived a scare whereas has also not been at his dominant best, dropping a set in his first round match.</p>

<p>The action continues in the fifth day of the 135th edition of the premier edition, in London on Friday (July 01). Serbian star Djokovic takes on his compatriot&nbsp;Miomir Kecmanović on Friday evening at the Centre Court. Talking about Miomir, the 22-year-old has also lost a set each in both his games so far before going past his opponents as he now faces a litmus test against Djokovic.</p>

<p>Both the players have met twice, with Djokovic winning both the games. Will the script remain the same this time around or will Miomir pull off an upset?</p>

<p><strong>Here's the live streaming details of Novak Djokovic vs Miomir Kecmanovic match in Wimbledon 2022</strong></p>

<p><strong>Where will the Novak Djokovic vs Miomir Kecmanovic clash in Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;be played?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Kecmanovic face-off at Wimbledon 2022<strong>&nbsp;</strong>will be held at the&nbsp;Centre Court, i.e. the main court at the Wimbledon Championships.</p>

<p><strong>When will the&nbsp;Novak Djokovic vs Miomir Kecmanovic match in Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;kick off?</strong></p>

<p>The Djokovic vs&nbsp;Kecmanovic clash at Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;will commence at 7:15&nbsp;pm IST on Friday&nbsp;(July 01).</p>

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<p><strong>Which TV channels will broadcast the Novak Djokovic vs Miomir Kecmanovic&nbsp;match in Wimbledon 2022?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Kecmanovic match at Wimbledon 2022 will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>How to watch the live streaming of the Novak Djokovic vs Miomir Kecmanovic match in Wimbledon 2022?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Kecmanovic match at Wimbledon 2022 will be&nbsp;live-streamed on the Disney+ Hotstar website and app.</p>


A lot is happening at the Wimbledon 2022 edition with each passing day. While Serena Williams was shown the door in her first round in women's singles, Rafael Nadal was stretched in two games in a row, Iga Swiatek survived a scare whereas has also not been at his dominant best, dropping a set in his first round match.

A lot is happening at the Wimbledon 2022 edition with each passing day. While Serena Williams was shown the door in her first round in women's singles, Rafael Nadal was stretched in two games in a row, Iga Swiatek survived a scare whereas has also not been at his dominant best, dropping a set in his first round match. The action continues in the fifth day of the 135th edition of the premier edition, in London on Friday (July 01). Serbian star Djokovic takes on his compatriot Miomir Kecmanović on Friday evening at the Centre Court. Talking about Miomir, the 22-year-old has also lost a set each in both his games so far before going past his opponents as he now faces a litmus test against Djokovic. Both the players have met twice, with Djokovic winning both the games. Will the script remain the same this time around or will Miomir pull off an upset? Here's the live streaming details of Novak Djokovic vs Miomir Kecmanovic match in Wimbledon 2022 Where will the Novak Djokovic vs Miomir Kecmanovic clash in Wimbledon 2022 be played? The Djokovic vs Kecmanovic face-off at Wimbledon 2022 will be held at the Centre Court, i.e. the main court at the Wimbledon Championships. When will the Novak Djokovic vs Miomir Kecmanovic match in Wimbledon 2022 kick off? The Djokovic vs Kecmanovic clash at Wimbledon 2022 will commence at 7:15 pm IST on Friday (July 01). ALSO READ | THROWBACK: UNMISSABLE! Steffi Graf's epic reply to a fan's marriage proposal at Wimbledon - WATCH Which TV channels will broadcast the Novak Djokovic vs Miomir Kecmanovic match in Wimbledon 2022? The Djokovic vs Kecmanovic match at Wimbledon 2022 will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network. How to watch the live streaming of the Novak Djokovic vs Miomir Kecmanovic match in Wimbledon 2022? The Djokovic vs Kecmanovic match at Wimbledon 2022 will be live-streamed on the Disney+ Hotstar website and app.

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<p>Top seed Novak Djokovic once again looked every bit the dominant player who has won the last three Wimbledon titles as he swept aside Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis 6-1 6-4 6-2 on Wednesday to power into the third round of the Championships. On Monday the 35-year-old, bidding for his fourth Wimbledon title in a row and his seventh overall, had looked scratchy during his opening win against Kwon Soon-woo but he was back close to lofty standards against the 79th-ranked Kokkinakis.</p>

<p>The Australian famously defeated Roger Federer in the second round of the Miami masters at 2018 but there were no signs of another upset during the contest on Centre Court as the 20-time major champion dictated terms from the start.</p>

<p>The Serb, who defeated Kokkinakis in straight sets during their only previous meeting seven years back at Roland Garros, broke his opponent`s delivery early in each of the three sets for a total of five break of serves during the contest.</p>

<p>Djokovic faced a lone break point on his own serve and closed out the victory in two hours on his second match point to set up a third-round meeting against either Chile`s Alejandro Tabilo or Serb compatriot Miomir Kecmanovic.</p>

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<p>Norway`s number three seed Casper Ruud was unable to reproduce his French Open heroics at Wimbledon as he was bundled out 3-6 6-2 7-5 6-4 in the second round by world number 112 Ugo Humbert on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Frenchman Humbert turned up for the match without any rackets and struggled in the first set but his high-risk approach started to pay off as the ratio of winners to unforced errors moved in his favour and he impressively took the next two. Ruud, who lost to Rafa Nadal in the French Open final three weeks ago, fought back in a high quality fourth set but Humbert, who reached the last 16 at Wimbledon in 2019, produced an excellent game to break for 5-4 before serving out to love.</p>


Top seed Novak Djokovic once again looked every bit the dominant player who has won the last three Wimbledon titles as he swept aside Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis 6-1 6-4 6-2 on Wednesday to power into the third round of the Championships.

Top seed Novak Djokovic once again looked every bit the dominant player who has won the last three Wimbledon titles as he swept aside Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis 6-1 6-4 6-2 on Wednesday to power into the third round of the Championships. On Monday the 35-year-old, bidding for his fourth Wimbledon title in a row and his seventh overall, had looked scratchy during his opening win against Kwon Soon-woo but he was back close to lofty standards against the 79th-ranked Kokkinakis. The Australian famously defeated Roger Federer in the second round of the Miami masters at 2018 but there were no signs of another upset during the contest on Centre Court as the 20-time major champion dictated terms from the start. The Serb, who defeated Kokkinakis in straight sets during their only previous meeting seven years back at Roland Garros, broke his opponent`s delivery early in each of the three sets for a total of five break of serves during the contest. Djokovic faced a lone break point on his own serve and closed out the victory in two hours on his second match point to set up a third-round meeting against either Chile`s Alejandro Tabilo or Serb compatriot Miomir Kecmanovic. ALSO READ | World No. 1 Iga Swiatek announces charity event for people affected by Ukraine war Norway`s number three seed Casper Ruud was unable to reproduce his French Open heroics at Wimbledon as he was bundled out 3-6 6-2 7-5 6-4 in the second round by world number 112 Ugo Humbert on Wednesday. Frenchman Humbert turned up for the match without any rackets and struggled in the first set but his high-risk approach started to pay off as the ratio of winners to unforced errors moved in his favour and he impressively took the next two. Ruud, who lost to Rafa Nadal in the French Open final three weeks ago, fought back in a high quality fourth set but Humbert, who reached the last 16 at Wimbledon in 2019, produced an excellent game to break for 5-4 before serving out to love.

Wimbledon: Novak Djokovic storms into R3 with Thanasi Kokkinakis thrashing, Casper Ruud eliminated

<p>The action continues at the Wimbledon 2022 edition as Novak Djokovic will play his second round match on Wednesday evening (June 29). The Serbian was off to a winning start in the 135th edition of the premier tournament, however, it wasn't an easy victory for the World number three player.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Djokovic, the defending champion, faced a stiff challenge from 81st-ranked Korean Kwon Soon-woo and overcame his own grasscourt rustiness to reach the&nbsp;second round with a&nbsp;6-4 3-6 6-3 6-4 win on Monday (June 27). On the other hand, his upcoming opponent Thanasi Kokkinakis&nbsp;went past&nbsp;Kamil Majchrzak 7-6 (7-5), 6-2, 7-5 to reach the next round.</p>

<p>Will Djokovic will be challenged once again or will the Serb go past the 26-year-old Australian without dropping much sweat?</p>

<p><strong>Here's the live streaming details of Novak Djokovic vs Thanasi Kokkinakis match in Wimbledon 2022</strong></p>

<p><strong>Where will the Novak Djokovic vs Thanasi Kokkinakis match in Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;be held?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Kokkinakis match at Wimbledon 2022<strong>&nbsp;</strong>will be played at the iconic Centre Court, the main court at the Wimbledon Championships.</p>

<p><strong>When will the&nbsp;Novak Djokovic vs Thanasi Kokkinakis match in Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;commence?</strong></p>

<p>The Djokovic vs&nbsp;Kokkinakis clash at Wimbledon 2022&nbsp;will start&nbsp;at 6:15&nbsp;pm IST on Wednesday evening (June 29).</p>

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<p><strong>Which TV channels will broadcast the Novak Djokovic vs Thanasi Kokkinakis&nbsp;match in Wimbledon 2022?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Kokkinakis match at Wimbledon 2022 will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>How to watch the live streaming of the Novak Djokovic vs Thanasi Kokkinakis match in Wimbledon 2022?</strong></p>

<p>The&nbsp;Djokovic vs&nbsp;Kokkinakis match at Wimbledon 2022 will be&nbsp;live streamed on the Disney+ Hotstar website and app.</p>


The action continues at the Wimbledon 2022 edition as Novak Djokovic will play his second round match on Wednesday evening (June 29). The Serbian was off to a winning start in the 135th edition of the premier tournament, however, it wasn't an easy victory for the World number three player.

The action continues at the Wimbledon 2022 edition as Novak Djokovic will play his second round match on Wednesday evening (June 29). The Serbian was off to a winning start in the 135th edition of the premier tournament, however, it wasn't an easy victory for the World number three player. Djokovic, the defending champion, faced a stiff challenge from 81st-ranked Korean Kwon Soon-woo and overcame his own grasscourt rustiness to reach the second round with a 6-4 3-6 6-3 6-4 win on Monday (June 27). On the other hand, his upcoming opponent Thanasi Kokkinakis went past Kamil Majchrzak 7-6 (7-5), 6-2, 7-5 to reach the next round. Will Djokovic will be challenged once again or will the Serb go past the 26-year-old Australian without dropping much sweat? Here's the live streaming details of Novak Djokovic vs Thanasi Kokkinakis match in Wimbledon 2022 Where will the Novak Djokovic vs Thanasi Kokkinakis match in Wimbledon 2022 be held? The Djokovic vs Kokkinakis match at Wimbledon 2022 will be played at the iconic Centre Court, the main court at the Wimbledon Championships. When will the Novak Djokovic vs Thanasi Kokkinakis match in Wimbledon 2022 commence? The Djokovic vs Kokkinakis clash at Wimbledon 2022 will start at 6:15 pm IST on Wednesday evening (June 29). ALSO READ | 'Who knows?': Serena Williams on returning to Wimbledon next year after loss against Harmony Tan Which TV channels will broadcast the Novak Djokovic vs Thanasi Kokkinakis match in Wimbledon 2022? The Djokovic vs Kokkinakis match at Wimbledon 2022 will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network. How to watch the live streaming of the Novak Djokovic vs Thanasi Kokkinakis match in Wimbledon 2022? The Djokovic vs Kokkinakis match at Wimbledon 2022 will be live streamed on the Disney+ Hotstar website and app.

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