‘There is so much inconsistencies’: Novak Djokovic calls for overhaul of tennis anti-doping system amid controversial cases | Tennis News – The Times of India

Novak Djokovic (AP Photo) Novak Djokovic called for a comprehensive reform of tennis’s anti-doping protocols, highlighting disparities in the handling of cases involving prominent players Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek compared to lower-ranked competitors.The world’s top-ranked player, Sinner, received a three-month suspension on Saturday, acknowledging “partial responsibility” for his team’s errors resulting in two positive…

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Jannik Sinner retains Australian Open title with straight sets victory over Alexander Zverev | Tennis News – The Times of India

(Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images) Jannik Sinner secured his second consecutive Australian Open title on Sunday with a commanding performance, never allowing a single break point and showcasing his all-around game to dominate Alexander Zverev in a 6-3, 7-6 (4), 6-3 victory.The 23-year-old Italian became the youngest man to win back-to-back Australian Open championships since…

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Novak Djokovic retires to put Alexander Zverev into Australian Open final | Tennis News – The Times of India

Novak Djokovic (AP photo) NEW DELHI: Novak Djokovic‘s quest for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title was cut short due to an injury during his Australian Open semi-final match against Alexander Zverev on Friday. The Serbian star, who had his upper left leg heavily taped following a quarter-final injury, retired after losing a hard-fought first…

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Ageless Novak Djokovic outlasts Carlos Alcaraz to make Australian Open semis | Tennis News – The Times of India

Novak Djokovic (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Novak Djokovic, defying age, emerged victorious in a thrilling generational battle against Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open quarter-final in Melbourne on Tuesday. The 37-year-old Serb remains on course for his 11th Australian Open title, with Alexander Zverev awaiting him in the semi-finals. Despite having his left thigh heavily…

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‘Made mockery of Serbian fans, insulted me’: Novak Djokovic snubs on-court interview. Watch | Tennis News – The Times of India

Novak Djokovic (AP photo) NEW DELHI: 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic on Sunday refused to participate in the customary post-match TV interview at the Australian Open following his win over Jiri Lehecka in straight sets. The 37-year-old’s interview snub came in protest of the comments made on air by Tony Jones, who works for…

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Australian Open: ‘There’s a lot more similarities between Murray and Djokovic than differences,’ says Somdev Devvarman | Tennis News – Times of India

Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic (AP photo) NEW DELHI: Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray have known each for approximately 25 years. They were born a week apart. They played each other as juniors when they were all of 12 years old. Upon turning professional, they squared off 36 times, including 10-times in Grand Slams. The…

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‘Federer, Djokovic, Nadal…’: Sunil Gavaskar reflects on Virat Kohli’s struggles before Perth hundred | Cricket News – Times of India

Virat Kohli and Sunil Gavaskar. (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Former India batting icon Sunil Gavaskar drew a comparison between the period when tennis greats Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic were without titles with Virat Kohli‘s struggles before the former captain struck a magnificent hundred in the first Test in Perth in the Border-Gavaskar…

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‘The best sportsman in history’: Rafael Nadal’s legacy celebrated as an emotional ‘King of Clay’ retires from tennis | Tennis News – Times of India

Rafael Nadal reacts during his final professional match in Malaga. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Rafael Nadal, one of tennis’s greatest icons, retired from professional tennis on Tuesday, marking the end of an illustrious 23-year career. The 38-year-old Spanish legend was honored with a heartfelt tribute at the Davis Cup quarter-finals in Malaga, where the Netherlands…

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