News about Novak Djokovic

The response from plenty of MMA fans when they heard it would be Steve Erceg (left, top right, bottom right) taking on Alexandre Pantoja (second from top right) at UFC 301, was: 'Who?' Erceg is only ranked No 10 in the division and the Australian has only fought three times in the UFC. But this Saturday night he will challenge the Brazilian in the champion's own back yard, no doubt serenaded by 'uh vai morrer', which translates as 'you're going to die'. Erceg's big opportunity was an unexpected call-up for fans but also the man himself. 

The three-time Grand Slam winner has effectively confirmed this will be his last year on tour, having battled through a hip issues in the latter stage of his career. After suffering an agonising defeat by Tomas Machac at the Miami Open, Murray admitted that he was 'looking forward to the end'. The defeat came with the additional blow of an ankle injury that has kept him sidelined for the start of the clay season.

The pair became friends at St Andrew's University (left) - with the early days of their romance recently dramatised in the final season of The Crown - and that connection blossomed into romance. Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton in October 2010 and the couple now share three children George, Charlotte and Louis (inset).

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY DOMINIC KING: The numbers and anecdotes that will boggle your mind will arrive in due course but first Sir Anthony McCoy wants to explain his apprehension. A landmark birthday is approaching - he'll be 50 next Saturday - and saying the number out loud leads to a grimace. In his head, he feels no different to the young man from Moneyglass in County Antrim who arrived on these shores aged 20 in August 1994, driving "my little Peugeot 205" into Toby Balding's yard burning with dreams and desire. McCoy could control almost everything in his life, from championship races to the kind of pain that would make most of us faint, but not the ageing process. Nor will he be able to shape events at the Tottenham Stadium this afternoon, something that will leave this Arsenal devotee tormented.

Arisa Trew, a 14-year-old skateboarding sensation with her eyes set on the Olympics, has become the sole Australian to be honoured at world sport's biggest awards gala. While Novak Djokovic and Aitana Bonmati were being saluted as world sportsman and sportswoman of the year at the Laureus Awards on Monday (Tuesday AEST), the Gold Coast youngster was thrilled to be named action sportsperson of the year at the lavish ceremony in Madrid. Trew was honoured for her pioneering feat at the age of just 13 last year, when she became the first female skater to land a 720 - two full rotations in mid-air - in competition.

The visibly irate World No 1 crashed out of the tournament after a 6-4 1-6 6-4 loss to the 10th-ranked Ruud on Saturday night as his struggles in 2024 continued. It proved Ruud's first victory over the 24-time Grand Slam title winner in his six attempts - with Djokovic losing out in the deciding set and voicing his frustration. Djokovic was caught on camera turning to a spectator and unleashing a string of expletives, seemingly furious at the noise emanating from the stands. Having missed a simple forehand while trailing 3-4, Djokovic, standing on the cusp of another setback, span round before fixing his attention on the rowdy individual.

Novak Djokovic has brushed off concerns after he was seen shaking during his third round match at the Monte Carlo Masters before securing a straight sets win over Lorenzo Musetti. The 36-year-old was seen shaking during a changeover during the match with the Italian, who had beaten him at the same stage of the tournament last year. Djokovic was seen putting a towel to his face amid the warm conditions in Monaco.

An Indian school girl who shot to fame in an Oscar-winning film has expressed her indignation and sadness that it did not help her escape a life of crushing poverty. When Pinki Sonkar appeared in Smile Pinki at the age of five, she told the tale of the cruel neglect and taunts she suffered for having a cleft lip before undergoing life-changing surgery. However, despite the hopes of a better tomorrow, Pinki's aspirations have failed to materialize as Pinki continues to live a life of 'pain and poverty' that is no different from what she experienced before appearing in the documentary.

Novak Djokovic and long-time coach Goran Ivanisevic have ended their friendship after six years, according to a post on Instagram. After a dramatic run that has won the Serbian some 12 Grand Slam titles, Djokovic and the Croatian legend have remained one of the most influential player-coach pairings in tennis history. Although Djokovic already had 12 titles to his name, Ivanisevic's contribution to transforming Djokovic's career from black to at-time Invincible in the last few years has been well documented, from a far-from-blunt machine to transform him from difficult to beat to at-time Invincible in a short time span.

Following news that Konstantin Koltsov, a long-time mentor of two-time Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka, died in the early hours of Tuesday morning in a 'apparent suicide' at a posh Miami hotel, the tennis world is reeling. Even as tragic as the news of the former ice hockey star's death was shocking, particularly after early reports in Belarusian media revealed that the 42-year-old died of a suspected detached blood clot, it is all the more heartbreaking considering his public rapport with the 25-year-old tennis star. Followers of the world number two's longest marriage felt privy to the passion she held for her boyfriend and vice versa, as shown by photographs and videos of a constant stream of gifts, posted trips, and romantic declarations.

Arthur Cazaux, a French tennis player, collapsed on the court in horrific scenes midway through his match at the Miami Open on Monday. When Cazaux collapsed to the ground with no one around him, the 21-year-old's match against fellow Frenchman Harold Mayot was a decisive third set. The umpire was on the ground for a few seconds before the umpire was allowed to stand down from his chair and a medic rushed to assist him.

The 36-year-old World No. 6 has been named. When going shirtless at Miami Beach on Monday, the city's open was revealed, 1 proved that age is just number when showing off his toned physique in a navy-blue swimsuit. Even though he was shirtless by the water, he wore a silver chain, and wore sported posh white sunglasses to complete his look, to ensure he didn't get sunburnt.

Following his 6-4, 3-5, 6-3 loss to No 123 Luca Nardi at the BNP Paribas Open on Monday, the 36-year-old Serbian announced his decision on Saturday. Nardi, 20, became the lowest-ranked player to defeat Djokovic in a Grand Slam or ATP Masters 1000 level tournament. No. was the last to be able to win the challenge. Kevin Anderson was 122 in Miami in 2008. 'Unfortunately, I won't be able to participate in the Miami Open this year,' Djokovic wrote. "I'm balancing my personal and professional life at this point in my career.'

As Murray prepares for the day when he'll be able to restrain his racquet for good, a new question remains about what he'll do with his retirement. Murray has been quietly developing a company portfolio that is as diverse as it is eye-opening. Murray Inc is licensed to trade, from energy drinks to clothing, assisting a new product, to a fragrance and diffuser line.

As the Liverpool captain looks to bring his game to a new level and remain at the top for many years to come, Virgil van Dijk has spent time researching legendary figures from other sports, including LeBron James, Novak Djokovic, and Tom Brady. The Dutchman maintains that the basketball icon 'King James' has the most appropriate tag,'strike for glory,' sums up Liverpool's quest for four trophies in a season where many, including Reds fans and staffers, were cautious with their trophy aspirations. We haven't spoken to LeBron and I, but we have had messages exchanged between us,' he said.' I love basketball.' Because they all play a significant part, either as a role model or a part of their organization or community, there are so many things you can learn about.

Pinki Sonkar, a five-year-old beauty, captured the hearts of the world when she appeared in Smile Pinki, which told the tale of the cruel abuse and taunts she suffered for having a cleft lip before she underwent life-changing surgery. When the acclaimed film received an Oscar in 2009, she walked alongside Hollywood A-listers at the 81st Academy Awards, she referred to as 'the best moments of my life.' In 2013, Andy Murray was invited to do the coin toss at the Wimbledon Men's Singles Finals, her latest fame was to win over Novak Djokovic. But Pinki has since revealed that she was taken from her shortly after, and she is back to her childhood village in one of India's poorest areas.

The film, directed by Megan Mylan, received an Academy Award for Best Documentary (Short Subject) and drew national notice for raising public health concerns regarding clefts. Ms Sonar received a bit of fame and appeared in the customary coin toss at the Wimbledon final in 2013 between Andy Murry and Novak Djokovic. But Ms Sonar, a student at the University of Mirzapur, near Varanasi, has returned to her village of Mirzapur, where she has found herself in 'the same situation as before.'

Novak Djokovic has been trapped in an on-court meltdown at Indian Wells before losing his first match in 16 years to Luca Nardi. Nardi, the Italian who finished ranked 123 in the world by the ATP, is the lowest-ranked player to defeat Djokovic at the ATP Masters 1000 or Grand Slam level, defeating him 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 victor. Djokovic was clearly the overwhelming favourite for the tie as a five-time champion of the event and a 24-time Grand Slam champion, up against the 20-year-old who only participated in the tournament as a lucky loser.

Nardi defeated No. 1 by a combination of poise and strength. In the third round of the tournament in the Californian desert, 1-ranked Djokovic - his boyhood idol - defeated him 6-3 6-3 on Monday night. With a thumping ace, the 20-year-old Italian closed out his memorable win over the record holder of the most Grand Slam men's singles titles of all time. He lowered his racket and stretched his hands to his face in disbelief.

Although nearly all mothers will be the first to tell you how proud they are of their sons, only a select few will claim to have raised a hero professional athlete - or in Judy Murray's case, two. They have played a vital part in promoting the success of an even smaller number of them. This can mean either behind the scenes in the boardroom, such as Adrian Rabiot and Kylian Mbappe's manager mothers, or providing vital emotional assistance.

Soccer fans around the world are raving over Cristiano Ronaldo's legendary'siu' festival, including Novak Djokovic, who imitated the Portuguese actor during a kickabout at Indian Wells. The Serbian is in California to compete in the BNP Paribas Open, which he last won in 2016. On Friday, he had a casual game of soccer before starting his tournament, with a video of him scoring past Stefanos Tsitsipas in a video shared to X on Friday.

Queen Letizia of Spain stunned with a surprise new haircut as she stepped out to welcome Paraguay's President for lunch in Madrid on Wednesday. The European monarch, 51, joined her husband King Felipe VI to welcome their special guests to Spain, just one day after their full schedule saw the royal couple fly to England to attend King Constantine of Greece's memorial service. Paraguay President Santiago Pea, 45, and his wife Leticia Ocampos, 43, were welcomed. Imaged left yesterday and right today.

Queen Letizia of Spain put on a splendid display as she joined her husband King Felipe VI at the memorial service for King Constantine of Greece at Windsor Castle on Tuesday. The European monarch, 51, was solemn in a navy knee-length gown paired with matching heels and a shawl. Queen Sofia, 85, was Constantine's older sister, and the mother-of-two arrived arm in arm with her husband King Felipe.

Arisa Trew, an Australian teenager, has been nominated for the coveted Laureus World Sports Awards with Messi, Novak Djokovic, and Erling Haaland. After appearing in 2023, the 13-year-old from Queensland's Gold Coast received a nomination on Tuesday.