The New York Times – Sports:
After missing last year’s tournament when he was deported for being unvaccinated for Covid-19, the Serbian star beat Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece in straight sets to win his 22nd Grand Slam title.
Category: Djokovic, Novak
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Why Coaching From the Stands in Tennis Can Feel Like ‘Cheating’
The New York Times – Sports:
In-match coaching has always happened on the sly, but this year is the first time the Australian Open has allowed players to be coached from the stands.
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Djokovic Is Back in the Australian Open Final
The New York Times – Sports:
Djokovic will play for his 22nd Grand Slam title on Sunday against Stefanos Tsitsipas. Will his father, Srdjan, be in his usual seat in the stands to cheer him on?
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It’s Tommy Paul vs. Novak Djokovic in an Australian Open Semifinal
The New York Times – Sports:
Paul, the first American man to reach an Australian Open singles semifinal since Andy Roddick in 2009, must now face Novak Djokovic.
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At the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic Wins But Andy Murray Loses
The New York Times – Sports:
The aging stars were both playing hurt at the Australian Open. Only Djokovic managed to move on, beating Grigor Dimitrov in straight sets.
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Inside the Battle to Control, and Fix, Tennis
The New York Times – Sports:
Tennis’ hit Netflix series and rising collection of young stars has investors bullish on the sport, which is poised for a once-in-a-generation moment of disruption.
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American Jenson Brooksby Beats Casper Ruud at Australian Open
The New York Times – Sports:
Murray’s stirring five-set comeback against Thanasi Kokkinakis of Australia ended a day that also saw the men’s singles favorite Novak Djokovic win while playing with a hamstring injury.
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Extreme Heat and Torrential Rain Plague Australian Open
The New York Times – Sports:
At the first Grand Slam tournament of the tennis season, the heat got so intense that play was halted for most of the afternoon. In the evening, a torrential rain fell, halting play once more.
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Novak Djokovic Returns to the Australian Open, No Longer a Villain
The New York Times – Sports:
Djokovic’s deportation was major news in January 2022, but a year later, the Grand Slam tournament, country and sport seem eager to move on.