Novak Djokovic broke yet another record when chasing his 24th Grand Slam title at the 2023 US Open .
Few eras in tennis have witnessed such domineering champions as we have in the 21st century. With Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal perpetually making headlines, Novak Djokovic has often played the role of a persistent challenger.
But in recent years, Djokovic has taken a step beyond the esteemed company of Nadal and Federer, stepping into the tennis pantheon. And at the 2023 US Open, thanks to his win over Taylor Fritz , he broke yet another record.
By the end of this hard-fought match, Djokovic's tally of Grand Slam semifinals reached an unparalleled 47. This accomplishment edged him past Federer’s 46, creating a discernible gap between him and Rafael Nadal's 38.
This recent accolade does more than add another feather to Djokovic's cap; it reiterates his sustained dominance in the world of tennis. Looking at the list of elite tennis players,...
Few eras in tennis have witnessed such domineering champions as we have in the 21st century. With Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal perpetually making headlines, Novak Djokovic has often played the role of a persistent challenger.
But in recent years, Djokovic has taken a step beyond the esteemed company of Nadal and Federer, stepping into the tennis pantheon. And at the 2023 US Open, thanks to his win over Taylor Fritz , he broke yet another record.
By the end of this hard-fought match, Djokovic's tally of Grand Slam semifinals reached an unparalleled 47. This accomplishment edged him past Federer’s 46, creating a discernible gap between him and Rafael Nadal's 38.
This recent accolade does more than add another feather to Djokovic's cap; it reiterates his sustained dominance in the world of tennis. Looking at the list of elite tennis players,...
- 9/6/2023
- Tennis Infinity
Cincinnati (US), Aug 21 (Ians) The 23-time Grand Slam champion, Novak Djokovic defeated world no. 1 Carlos Alcaraz in one of the all-time great Masters 1000 matches, with the Serbian saving championship point to win the Cincinnati Masters 5-7, 7-6 (7), 7-6 (4).
The 36-year-old rallied from a set and a break down against the World No. 1 and saved a championship point at 5/6 in the second-set tie-break to earn a record-extending 39th Atp Masters 1000 title.
Djokovic was visibly struggling with the intense Cincinnati heat and was unable to find an answer against the top seed. But one poor Alcaraz service game at 4-3 in the second set slightly opened the door, and that was all Djokovic needed to spring to life.
By the final-set tie-break, it was the 20-year-old who was struggling physically, cramping in his right hand. Djokovic finally converted his fifth championship point and fell to the court in celebration.
Djokovic and Alcaraz...
The 36-year-old rallied from a set and a break down against the World No. 1 and saved a championship point at 5/6 in the second-set tie-break to earn a record-extending 39th Atp Masters 1000 title.
Djokovic was visibly struggling with the intense Cincinnati heat and was unable to find an answer against the top seed. But one poor Alcaraz service game at 4-3 in the second set slightly opened the door, and that was all Djokovic needed to spring to life.
By the final-set tie-break, it was the 20-year-old who was struggling physically, cramping in his right hand. Djokovic finally converted his fifth championship point and fell to the court in celebration.
Djokovic and Alcaraz...
- 8/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The Open Era in tennis is symbolic of shaping the sport into what we know today as modern-day tennis.
It put an end to the tennis divide and heralded the start of tennis as a fully-fledged professional sport. The birth of Open Era tennis happened in 1968. And as the name suggests, 'Open' was to allow for inclusivity for amateur and professional tennis players to compete in all Grand Slam tournaments and earn prize money for their efforts.
The period before the Open Era was called Amateur Era, and the four Grand Slams, namely, Australian Open , Roland Garros , Wimbledon , and US Open , only allowed amateurs and not professionals to play in them. Amateurs did not make money and competed for pride and prestige. They were prohibited from taking money or compensation in any other form.
Professional tennis players regularly competed in head-to-head tours instead of tournaments and made a living for it.
It put an end to the tennis divide and heralded the start of tennis as a fully-fledged professional sport. The birth of Open Era tennis happened in 1968. And as the name suggests, 'Open' was to allow for inclusivity for amateur and professional tennis players to compete in all Grand Slam tournaments and earn prize money for their efforts.
The period before the Open Era was called Amateur Era, and the four Grand Slams, namely, Australian Open , Roland Garros , Wimbledon , and US Open , only allowed amateurs and not professionals to play in them. Amateurs did not make money and competed for pride and prestige. They were prohibited from taking money or compensation in any other form.
Professional tennis players regularly competed in head-to-head tours instead of tournaments and made a living for it.
- 7/29/2023
- Tennis Infinity
London, July 14 (Ians) World No. 2 Novak Djokovic dismissed the big-hitting threat of Jannik Sinner to reach his fifth consecutive Wimbledon final, here on Friday.
Djokovic delivered a typically classy all-around semi-final performance to prevail 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(4) against the Italian and notch his 34th straight match win at the grass-court major.
His clean, deep returning was a constant menace to the Sinner serve and Djokovic was rock-solid under pressure as he saved all six break points he faced in his two-hour, 46-minute triumph.
“In the semi-finals, it was always going to be a very tense, very close match.Three very close sets, I think the scoreline maybe doesn’t give the reality of what was happening on the court. It was super close,” said Djokovic in his on-court interview.
“The third set could have gone his way. He had 5-4, 15/40 and a couple of second serves. He missed a few...
Djokovic delivered a typically classy all-around semi-final performance to prevail 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(4) against the Italian and notch his 34th straight match win at the grass-court major.
His clean, deep returning was a constant menace to the Sinner serve and Djokovic was rock-solid under pressure as he saved all six break points he faced in his two-hour, 46-minute triumph.
“In the semi-finals, it was always going to be a very tense, very close match.Three very close sets, I think the scoreline maybe doesn’t give the reality of what was happening on the court. It was super close,” said Djokovic in his on-court interview.
“The third set could have gone his way. He had 5-4, 15/40 and a couple of second serves. He missed a few...
- 7/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Novak Djokovic 's 2023 Roland Garros was historic but just how historic was it? The numbers can explain that the best.
Novak Djokovic won the 2023 Roland Garros by beating Casper Ruud in the final and he became the first man ever to win 23 Grand Slam titles. That's one of the many records he broke during this run and while the most important one, it's certainly not the only one.
He also became the only player to win each of four of the grand slams at least three times , and he also replaced Roger Federer as the player with the best tiebreak winning percentag e . All of that makes this run very iconic but there are plenty of other things he was able to complete at this year's French Open.
Another impressive achievement is the Serb being the player who has the most season with multiple Grand Slam wins. Djokovic has now...
Novak Djokovic won the 2023 Roland Garros by beating Casper Ruud in the final and he became the first man ever to win 23 Grand Slam titles. That's one of the many records he broke during this run and while the most important one, it's certainly not the only one.
He also became the only player to win each of four of the grand slams at least three times , and he also replaced Roger Federer as the player with the best tiebreak winning percentag e . All of that makes this run very iconic but there are plenty of other things he was able to complete at this year's French Open.
Another impressive achievement is the Serb being the player who has the most season with multiple Grand Slam wins. Djokovic has now...
- 6/14/2023
- Tennis Infinity
Melbourne, Jan 15 (Ians) Australian tennis legend Ken Rosewall has been revealed as the face of the Australian Open 2023 commemorative coin, honouring the 70-year anniversary of his 1953 men’s singles triumph.
The Australian tennis legend is being honoured on the official Australian Open 2023 coin in a ‘grassroots to Grand Slam’ moment at Melbourne Park on Sunday.
“Legendary status. 4x #AusOpen champ Ken ‘Muscles’ Rosewall is the face of our 2023 commemorative coin, 70 years after his first triumph in 1953,” tournament organisers tweeted.
Rosewall remains the youngest man to have won the Australian Open men’s singles title, winning at just 18. Claiming subsequent titles in 1955 and 1971, Rosewall also won in 1972 aged 36, marking 19 years since his inaugural title – another record that remains to this day.
Rosewall amassed an impressive 18 major titles across three decades including nine men’s doubles titles and a mixed doubles title at the US Open in 1956.
“It’s a wonderful honour...
The Australian tennis legend is being honoured on the official Australian Open 2023 coin in a ‘grassroots to Grand Slam’ moment at Melbourne Park on Sunday.
“Legendary status. 4x #AusOpen champ Ken ‘Muscles’ Rosewall is the face of our 2023 commemorative coin, 70 years after his first triumph in 1953,” tournament organisers tweeted.
Rosewall remains the youngest man to have won the Australian Open men’s singles title, winning at just 18. Claiming subsequent titles in 1955 and 1971, Rosewall also won in 1972 aged 36, marking 19 years since his inaugural title – another record that remains to this day.
Rosewall amassed an impressive 18 major titles across three decades including nine men’s doubles titles and a mixed doubles title at the US Open in 1956.
“It’s a wonderful honour...
- 1/15/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Sydney, Jan 2 (Ians) World No. 9 Taylor Fritz fired Team United States into a 1-0 lead against Team Germany at the United Cup when he moved past World No. 12 Alexander Zverev 6-1, 6-4, here.
In a dominant display on Ken Rosewall Arena, Fritz produced a strong serving performance, winning 96 per cent (26/27) of points behind his first delivery. He outmanoeuvred Zverev with his accurate ballstriking, pulling the two-time Nitto Atp Finals champion around the court throughout the 64-minute clash.
The 25-year-old raced out of the blocks, winning the first five games as he stepped inside the baseline to ruthlessly finish points. He then kept up his intensity in the second set to defeat Zverev, who was competing for just the second time since June when he tore three ligaments in his right ankle during his Roland Garros semi-final clash against Rafael Nadal.
With his victory, the 2022 Indian Wells champion Fritz has improved...
In a dominant display on Ken Rosewall Arena, Fritz produced a strong serving performance, winning 96 per cent (26/27) of points behind his first delivery. He outmanoeuvred Zverev with his accurate ballstriking, pulling the two-time Nitto Atp Finals champion around the court throughout the 64-minute clash.
The 25-year-old raced out of the blocks, winning the first five games as he stepped inside the baseline to ruthlessly finish points. He then kept up his intensity in the second set to defeat Zverev, who was competing for just the second time since June when he tore three ligaments in his right ankle during his Roland Garros semi-final clash against Rafael Nadal.
With his victory, the 2022 Indian Wells champion Fritz has improved...
- 1/2/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
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