2 h. ago Novak Djokovic behaviour sparks John McEnroe claim after Carlos Alcaraz defeat at US Open

Novak Djokovic was beaten in straight sets by Carlos Alcaraz in the US Open semi-finals and John McEnroe has raised concerns over the Serbian's future in the sport

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7 h. ago John McEnroe spots Novak Djokovic reaction after Carlos Alcaraz defeat at US Open

Tennis legend John McEnroe spotted how Novak Djokovic reacted after losing to Carlos Alcaraz in the US Open semi-finals and discussed the possibility of the Serbian retiring

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14 h. ago US Open live: Jannik Sinner overcomes injury struggles to set up Carlos Alcaraz final

Sinner defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime after Alcaraz brushed Novak Djokovic aside in straight sets

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16 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz calls Donald Trump’s US Open return ‘great for tennis’

Spaniard aiming for third title in New YorkTrump to attend first Open match since 2015Carlos Alcaraz said Donald Trump’s presence at the US Open final will be “great for tennis” as the US president prepares to attend his first match at Flushing Meadows in a decade.The 22-year-old Spaniard reached Sunday’s final by beating Novak Djokovic in straight sets on Friday afternoon at Arthur Ashe Stadium. He will face either defending champion Jannik Sinner or Canada’s Félix Auger-Aliassime for a sixth grand slam title and a third in New York. Continue reading...

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17 h. ago Novak Djokovic’s new reality painfully exposed in familiar US Open exit

Djokovic admitted Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are ‘too good’ for him at the grand slams, leaving him in a curious position at the age of 38

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18 h. ago US Open: Carlos Alcaraz condemns Novak Djokovic to another semi

Unlucky Djokovic has now lost in the last four at every Grand Slam event in 2025, while Alcaraz is into a third consecutive final

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18 h. ago US Open live: Novak Djokovic admits Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner ‘too good’ after crushing semi

Alcaraz brushed Djokovic aside in straight sets in the first US Open semi-final before Jannik Sinner faces Felix Auger-Aliassime

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19 h. ago Alcaraz too strong as he beats Djokovic in straight sets to reach US Open final

22-year-old Spaniard wins 6-4, 7-6 (4), 6-2He is into his third successive grand slam finalBy the final stages of a tense second-set tie-break, Novak Djokovic had left no stone unturned as he tried to cling on. He attempted to serve and volley, he threw in drop shots and vainly tried to take the first strike from his opponent. On more than one occasion, Djokovic’s miraculous defensive efforts drew 23,000 spectators to their feet.Yet this time, in this late stretch of his glorious career, he simply did not have the level to match one of the new standard bearers of the sport he has dominated for so long. Across the net, Carlos Alcaraz continued his imperious form by maintaining his composure and holding his nerve to return to the US Open final with a 6-4, 7-6 (4), 6-2 victory. Continue reading...

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19 h. ago US Open tennis 2025: Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic to reach final – as it happened

Alcaraz powered to a 6-4, 7-6 (4), 6-2 win and a likely final against Jannik Sinner as the 38-year-old Djokovic was once again denied in a slam semiHere’s Novak. He’s asked before stepping on to court how his body is feeling. “It’s feeling alright, let’s see. I’m expecting a very physical battle. I look forward to it, the challenge.”And then it’s Carlos. “To be honest in the grand slams having two days to rest [before this semi-final], to feel fresh, is great. I recharged the battery physically and mentally. I’ve been really consistent this tournament [on serve], which I’m really happy about. But now I’m facing one of the best returners, it’s going to be tricky.” Continue reading...

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19 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz proves too strong for Novak Djokovic to book US Open final place

Alcaraz claimed a 6-4 7-6 (4) 6-2 victory on Arthur Ashe Stadium.

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22 h. ago US Open tennis 2025: Novak Djokovic v Carlos Alcaraz, men’s semi

Updates from the first of the men’s semi-finals Alcaraz v Djokovic: two contrasting careers | Email KatyHere’s Novak. He’s asked before stepping on to court how his body is feeling. “It’s feeling alright, let’s see. I’m expecting a very physical battle. I look forward to it, the challenge.”And then it’s Carlos. “To be honest in the grand slams having two days to rest [before this semi-final], to feel fresh, is great. I recharged the battery physically and mentally. I’ve been really consistent this tournament [on serve], which I’m really happy about. But now I’m facing one of the best returners, it’s going to be tricky.” Continue reading...

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24 h. ago Novak Djokovic v Carlos Alcaraz live: US Open latest score as rivals meet in semi

Djokovic and Alcaraz clash in the first US Open semi-final before Jannik Sinner faces Felix Auger-Aliassime

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47 h. ago Alcaraz and Djokovic’s contrasting careers at forefront in scintillating semi

The pair, born 16 years apart, will have met at every single major when they enter Arthur Ashe Stadium on FridayCarlos Alcaraz took his final leave from Rod Laver Arena this year consumed by frustration. Losing at the Australian Open, the first grand slam tournament of the year, was painful enough, but Alcaraz’s disappointment was particularly down to how he had lost.His opponent, Novak Djokovic, had visibly begun to struggle with a leg injury early in their four-set quarter-final, but instead of focusing on his own game, Alcaraz found himself staring across the net and thinking too much about his opponent’s condition rather than what he needed to win. While the Spaniard’s focus wavered, Djokovic’s difficulties inspired his most offensive, decisive tennis, and he willed himself to a miraculous victory. Continue reading...

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48 h. ago Novak Djokovic hopes body will not let him down in US Open semi

The 38-year-old is aiming to reach his first Grand Slam final of the season

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56 h. ago Rory McIlroy to copy Novak Djokovic behaviour after blow up and incident with star's wife

Team Europe's Rory McIlroy is already planning how he is going to handle a fiery crowd at this month's Ryder Cup, and he could well take note of how tennis star Novak Djokovic dealt with fans

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58 h. ago Rory McIlroy encourages Ryder Cup teammates to channel Novak Djokovic’s mentality

The Northern Irishman says his team can learn from Djokovic’s approach to handling hostile crowds ahead of the tournament in New York

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61 h. ago US Open live: Sinner sets challenge to Djokovic and Alcaraz with ruthless thrashing of Musetti

Sinner returned to the US Open semi-finals with a dominant performance and joins Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and Felix Auger-Aliassime in the last four

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62 h. ago US Open live: Sinner battles Musetti after Anisimova stuns Swiatek to set up Osaka semi

Can Sinner return to the US Open semi-finals and join Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz and Felix Auger-Aliassime in the last four?

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68 h. ago US Open stars make drugs complaint as Novak Djokovic left with no choice

Players are unhappy with what has unfolded at the event in New York

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69 h. ago US Open live: Iga Swiatek and Amanda Anisimova face off as Novak Djokovic sets up Carlos Alcaraz blockbuster

Anisimova lost 6-0 6-0 to Swiatek in the Wimbledon final and now has the chance for revenge in front of her home fans

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