Tennis news as Novak Djokovic beats Andy Murray | Tennis.
ANDY MURRAY fell at the final hurdle for a fourth time in Melbourne as Novak Djokovic won his eighth career Grand Slam at the Australian Open.
Djokovic Wins in Rome
Novak Djokovic, the world’s third-ranked player, rallied to beat the unseeded Stanislas Wawrinka, 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, on Sunday at the Rome Masters.
Roger Federer Shows He Can Still Generate Sparks in the Twilight of His Career
Roger Federer, who defeated Stan Wawrinka on Saturday, will face Novak Djokovic on Sunday for the title in the ATP World Tour Finals.. Roger Federer defeats Stan Wawrinka and will face Novak Djokovic for the title in the ATP World Tour Finals.
Digital Serve: Mens Final Preview
But in the three years since, with Federer aging dramatically and Rafa breaking down, Djokovic missed a yawning opportunity. He took the Australian Open in 2012 and 2013 and, last year, Wimbledon. So why does it feel like hes been underachieving?
Djokovic Stays Unbeaten
Novak Djokovic won his 26th straight match to remain unbeaten in 2011, defeating Slovenia’s Blaz Kavcic, 6-3, 6-2, in the Serbia Open quarterfinals in Belgrade.. Novak Djokovic defeats Blaz Kavcic in quarterfinals of Serbia Open tennis tournament for his 26th straight singles win of 2011 ATP tour season.
Djokovic Withdraws and Russia Moves On
An ailing Novak Djokovic retired despite leading in the first reverse singles match, giving Russia a 3-2 win over Serbia in Moscow and a spot in the Davis Cup quarterfinals.Djokovic was leading Nikolay Davydenko, 6-4, 6-3, 4-6, when he quit, allowing Russia to take an insurmountable 3-1 lead.Djokovic withdrew from the opening singles Friday because of flulike symptoms but paired with Nenad Zimonjic on Saturday to give Serbia a point by beating Mikhail Youzhny and Dmitry Tursunov.In other matches Sunday, Sweden rallied to beat Israel, 3-2, winning both reverse singles; and Philipp Kohlschreiber gave Germany the winning point in a 3-2 win over South Korea in the best-of-five series by beating Lee Hyung-taik, 6-0, 4-6, 6-1, 7-6 (1).
Andy Murrays confident, but NOVAK DJOKOVIC has history
MELBOURNE, Australia ��� World No. 1 Novak Djokovic and sixth seed Andy Murray meet for the third time in the last five years at the Australian Open on Sunday night (Sunday at 3:30 a.m. ET), with Djokovic seeking his fifth crown here and Murray still .
Djokovic Marries Longtime Girlfriend
Four days after winning Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic married his longtime girlfriend, Jelena Ristic, in a private ceremony in Montenegro.
A Once-Carefree Spirit and His Game Are Grounded
After losing in the mens quarterfinals at Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic is in what appears to be a pronounced state of competitive depression.
Australian Open: Andy Murray distracted by Novak Djokovic
Murray was quick to realise he blew his opportunity in the third set: the anger he directed at himself, his coaching team and his racquet derailed his challenge. It appeared a mental failing, rather than a physical one, as he was distracted by.
Boise for Davis Cup? The City Has Advantages
The United States will play its Davis Cup quarterfinal against Serbia this weekend in Boise, Idaho, a city with one of the highest participation rates per capita for U.S.T.A. leagues and tournaments.. United States tennis team is preparing for its Davis Cup quarterfinal against Serbia in Boise, Idaho, city with one of the highest participation rates per capita for USTA leagues and tournaments.
Andy Murray vs NOVAK DJOKOVIC - as it happened: Murray defeated in Australian.
Djokovic is bidding for his fifth title in Melbourne. Djokovic holds a 15-8 record over Murray. However Murrays two grand slam wins to date came in finals against Djokovic. Murray ranked 6 in the world, Djokovic 1; Murray beat Tomas Berdych over four.
How Djokovic Beat Murray For Australian Open Title - ATP.
Novak Djokovic won a record equalling fifth Australian Open crown on Sunday with a 7-6(5), 6-7(4), 6-3, 6-0 victory over Andy Murray, who the World No. 1 also beat in the 2011 and 2013 finals. It was his 50th hard-court��.
Brain Game: NOVAK DJOKOVICs Mid-Match Adjustment The.
Novak Djokovic defeated Andy Murray 7-6(5), 6-7(4), 6-3, 6-0 to win his fifth Australian Open title, but at one stage early in the third set, victory seemed a distant hope.
Breaking It Down: Djokovic vs. Troicki
. At Wimbledon this year, Novak Djokovics backhand is lethal.
Serbias Davis Cup Victory Could Come at a High Cost
Novak Djokovic twisted his ankle as he helped Serbia beat the United States in the Davis Cup, and his status for the upcoming clay season is uncertain.
Novak Djokovic beats Andy Murray to win fifth Australian Open title
I would like to congratulate Novak - it is a fantastic record and thoroughly deserved, said Murray. It is probably my most consistent Grand Slam throughout my career but I just havent been able to win. Murray, who underwent back surgery towards.
Djokovic Extends Unbeaten Streak in Final
Novak Djokovic of Serbia defeated Feliciano López of Spain, 7-6 (4), 6-2, to win the Serbia Open in Belgrade for his fifth title and 27th straight victory this season.. Novak Djokovic defeats Feliciano Lopez to win Serbia Open mens tennis final; it is Djokovics his fifth title and 27th straight victory this season; other tennis news noted.
Roger Federer Withdraws Before Year-End Final With NOVAK DJOKOVIC
Roger Federer said a back injury sustained late in his semifinal victory Saturday had left him unfit to play.. Roger Federer withdraws from ATP Finals match against Novak Djokovic, saying back injury has left him unfit to play.
Djokovic Loses in Opener
Novak Djokovic often bounces the ball more than a dozen times before serving, and the tedious ritual may have cost him a match Friday. Djokovic, the defending champion at the Sony Ericsson Open in Key Biscayne, Fla., went into a funk after being warned for taking too much time between points, then blew a third-set lead to lose his opening match. The qualifier Kevin Anderson, a 6-foot-7 former N.C.A.A. doubles champion at Illinois, beat the third-ranked Djokovic, 7-6 (1), 3-6, 6-4. Djokovic won his first Grand Slam title at this years Australian Open and was coming off a title at Indian Wells last week.
Factbox: Australian Open Finalist Novak Djokovic
Factbox on Serbias Novak Djokovic who will contest his fifth Australian Open mens singles final against Andy Murray on Sunday.
Novak Djokovic v Milos Raonic: Australian Open 2015 ��� as.
Novak Djokovic is into his 25th grand slam semi-final. Was it ever in doubt? Not really. It was a limited challenge from Milos Raonic and Djokovic never looked back after winning the first set on a tie-break. You can bet its��.
Novak Djokovic Ends Gilles Mullers Melbourne Run.
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic ended Gilles Mullers inspired Australian Open run on Monday night in Melbourne with a 6-4, 7-5, 7-5 victory over the Luxembourg native to reach the quarter-finals.
Novak Djokovic Energised By Daddys Boy Stefan - Tennis.
Novak Djokovic has countless fans worldwide, but perhaps none bigger than three-month-old son Stefan.
NOVAK DJOKOVIC Proud Of Fighting Spirit In SF - Tennis.
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic says hes proud of his.
Australian Open final 2015: NOVAK DJOKOVIC beats Andy Murray to win title
When Novak Djokovic gets to the final of the Australian Open final, he wins it. When he takes the first set against Andy Murray, he wins it. Both of those familiar scenarios played out in the 2015 edition of the seasons first major, and, in a sad.
Djokovic vs. tank video | BGR - BGR.com
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic has stared down Federer and Nadal. but hes never faced a foe quite as fearsome as this. YouTube user timtimfed has created a hilarious video in which a digital Vietnam-era M1 Abrams tank��.
Australian Open 2015: Novak Djokovic v Gilles M��ller and.
Rolling report: Novak Djokovic fought off Gilles Muller in straight sets, while Venus Williams reached her first grand slam quarter-final since 2010.
Novak Djokovic vs. Andy Murray: Recap, Result from Australian Open 2015 Final
Djokovics record at the Australian Open speaks for itself, but it was far from a comfortable match for the Serbian, as Murray had him on the ropes for long periods. The fireworks started early, with both players exchanging massive blows as the first.
How Andy Murray can beat NOVAK DJOKOVIC in the Australian Open final
Andy Murray will have to really go for his serves in this match, put a lot of zip on his second serve, because Novak Djokovic is a great returner. I think what he has to do is vary it but work on that wide-slice serve on the deuce court. However, it.
Russia Wasn’t the Only Story in 2014
Amid churn and change, champions still reigned over the sports world, as the privileged tended to reclaim their privileges.
In Isner, U.S. Has a Player Too Good to Ignore
John Isner has been a force in Davis Cup play, and he may finally get American tennis fans to pay attention to the international tournament.
A Cheering Section, and a Support Team
As the purses at tennis tournaments have grown, so have the number of people that turn up in a top player’s guest box.. Number of hangers-on included in elite tennis players entourages at United States Open has grown since 1980s as prize money his increased.
Novak Djokovic Didnt Realise Hed Won Third Set - Tennis.
Novak Djokovic had broken Stan Wawrinkas serve to go up two sets to one in their Australian Open semi-final, but was so caught up in the moment he didnt realize hed just won the third set.
Australian Open: Novak Djokovic v Andrey Kuznetsov ��� live.
Game-by-game report: read Russell Jacksons account of Novak Djokovics straight sets win to progress to the third round in Melbourne.
NOVAK DJOKOVIC Defeats Andy Murray to Win Australian Open
But Novak Djokovic had other ideas and a cooler head, and in the critical phases of their latest big match in Melbourne, the scene looked familiar as Djokovic kept collecting games and momentum and Murray kept berating himself and the tennis fates.
WATCH: NOVAK DJOKOVIC Injures Thumb vs. Andy Murray
If Novak Djokovic holds off Andy Murray to win his fifth Australian Open title, the worlds No. 1 player will have to play through a thumb injury to do it. Djokovic appeared to injure his right thumb in the first set Sunday against Murray while lunging.
Australian Open: Novak Djokovic defeats Andy Murray to win fifth Australian.
Novak Djokovic does not lose Australian Open finals, as tremendously hard as Andy Murray made him work to win an Open-era record No.5. Djokovic also owns two Wimbledon and one US Open titles, so is not exactly a Melbourne Park specialist, but ��� with .
Australian Open 2015: NOVAK DJOKOVIC claims fifth Melbourne title with four.
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 01: Novak Djokovic of Serbia holds the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup after winning his mens final match against Andy Murray of Great Britain during day 14 of the 2015 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on .
NOVAK DJOKOVIC Routs Stan Wawrinka
Djokovic withstood an early assault from Wawrinka before crushing him, 6-3, 6-0, at the ATP World Tour Finals in London.. Novak Djokovic defeats Stan Wawrinka at the ATP World Finals in London.
Australian Open Final Preview: Novak Djokovic vs. Andy Murray
Novak Djokovic said yesterday that these were the reasons his relationship with Andy Murray is ���very special.��� To me, these are also the reasons that their rivalry, despite the fact that this will be the fifth time theyve faced each other in a Grand.
Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray Will Face Off With Revamped Teams
MELBOURNE, Australia ��� Once more, it will be Novak Djokovic versus Andy Murray with the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup and the Australian Open title at stake. But much has changed since they last played the final here, in 2013. At that stage, Murray .
Novak Djokovic vs Andy Murray Preview ��� Australian Open.
One of the top rivalries in mens tennis over the past decade will get its latest chapter written on Sunday evening in Melbourne, as world No. 1 Novak Djokovic will meet his longtime friend and professional adversary Andy��.
Djokovic Upset at Key Biscayne
The former champion Novak Djokovic was beaten in his opening match at the Sony Ericsson Open in Key Biscayne, Fla., losing to Olivier Rochus, 6-2, 6-7 (7), 6-4.
Novak Djokovic Evolution Continues With Fifth Australian.
It has become a familiar sight: Novak Djokovic holding the impeccably polished Norman Brookes Challenge Cup aloft at the conclusion of the Australian Open fortnight. After all, hes now won the title five times, becoming the��.
Work to Do, but Novak Djokovic Sews Up Top Year-End Ranking
Djokovic dispatched Tomas Berdych on Friday in his final round-robin match of the ATP tournament in London to reach the semifinals and also secure the year-end No. 1 ranking.. Christopher Clarey On Tennis column observes that Novak Djokovic has secured the No 1 ranking in mens tennis for the third time in the last four seasons; holds that while Djokovic still trails Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in career achievement and global recognition, he is running a very strong third.
A Djokovic-Wawrinka Final
Top-seeded Novak Djokovic and Stanislas Wawrinka won semifinal matches and will play for the title of the BA-CA Tennis Trophy in Vienna. Djokovic defeated Andreas Seppi, 6-4, 6-3, and Wawrinka downed Juan Carlos Ferrero, 7-5, 6-1. It will be the seventh final of the year for the third-ranked Djokovic, who has won four titles.
Tale Of The Tape: NOVAK DJOKOVIC v Andy Murray - Tennis.
Ahead of the final between Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, a look at the statistics for their respective performances through the first six rounds at the 2015 Australian Open.
Andy Murray frustrated at failure to overcome NOVAK DJOKOVICs final act
Andy Murray, who played so well for six matches of the 2015 Australian Open, leaves Melbourne a beaten finalist here for the fourth time and accused of choking while his conqueror, Novak Djokovic, had to fend off accusations of gamesmanship. Murray .
NOVAK DJOKOVIC Ready To Renew Special Rivalry With.
Novak Djokovic is well aware of whats at stake when he takes to Rod Laver Arena on Sunday, on the precipice of an Open Era record fifth Australian Open crown. One final hurdle remains: close friend and long-time rival��.
How Novak Djokovic Beat Stan Wawrinka In Australian.
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic will bid to win his fifth Australian Open title after he defeated defending champion and fourth seed Stan Wawrinka 7-6(1), 3-6, 6-4, 4-6, 6-0 in the semi-finals on Friday. Djokovic now leads Wawrinka��.
NOVAK DJOKOVIC vs Andy Murray report: Murray loses fourth Australian Open.
Although Murray won his two Grand Slam titles ��� at Flushing Meadows in 2012 and at Wimbledon the following year ��� with Djokovic on the other side of the net, the Serb has now beaten him five times in a row. Most tellingly of all, Djokovic has won all.