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US Open: Medvedev praised after defeating Djokovic, vows to celebrate for days
Daniil Medvedev won his first Grand Slam title at the 2021 US Open defeating world number one Novak Djokovic in straight sets to deny the Serb the chance to complete a historic calendar Grand Slam.
Rafael Nadal not obsessing over Grand Slam race with Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer
Rafael Nadal is open to the idea of finishing his career with fewer Grand Slam titles compared to rivals Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer.
Rafael Nadal officially out of competition for the rest of the year
Nadal wants to concentrate on recovering from a persistent foot injury
Roger Federer out for 'several months' after confirming knee surgery
Roger Federer is unlikely to play again in 2021 after confirming that the will be out for several months with yet another knee surgery on the cards.
Rafael Nadal withdraws from Canadian Open, doubts remain about Cincinnati Masters
Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the Canadian Open and remains a doubt for the Cincinnati Masters. Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic have already withdrawn from the final warm up event before the US Open.
Rafael Nadal taking injury positives after shock Citi Open loss
Rafael Nadal was knocked out in the third round of the Citi Open by South African Lloyd Harris but the Spaniard was looking at the positives following his return from a foot injury.
Rafael Nadal advises Novak Djokovic after Olympics meltdown, says 'the image is not the best'
Rafael Nadal has admonished Novak Djokovic for his reactions during and after his loss to Carreno Busta at the Olympics. The Spaniard feels the world number one should be more controlled owing to him being a role model.
Watch: Novak Djokovic shares video to confirm Tokyo Olympics participation
Novak Djokovic has a chance to become the first man to win all four Grand Slams and an Olympic gold medal in the same year after he confirmed his participation in the summer games.
Novak Djokovic will surpass Federer and Nadal, he is the 'best ever', Ivanisevic says
Novak Djokovic has been tipped to make history and win the US Open later in the year to complete the calendar-year Grand Slam and become the second man in the Open Era to do so.
Novak Djokovic says 'I'm the best' before paying tribute to Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal
Novak Djokovic joined Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal on 20 men's singles Grand Slam titles to well and truly enter the GOAT debate.
Djokovic wins record-equalling 20th Grand Slam and sixth Wimbledon title
Djokovic also now has 85 career titles while he has become the first man to break the $150 million prize money barrier.
Wimbledon: Roger Federer shows he may still be able to stop Djokovic
The 20-time Grand Slam champion has made it into the fourth round at Wimbledon
Novak Djokovic deserves adulation like Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, says Swiss ace's former coach
Novak Djokovic may be the best player of the last decade but he still is not appreciated as much as Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.
Rafael Nadal looks towards the future after withdrawing from Wimbledon and Tokyo Olympics
Rafael Nadal won two titles on clay this year, but lost a grueling semifinal match at the French Open to long-time rival Novak Djokovic.
Novak Djokovic will get ahead of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, says Serbian's surprise practice partner
Novak Djokovic called on a university senior as a practice partner ahead of his French Open showdown with Rafael Nadal.
Novak Djokovic explains 2021 plans after extending lead over Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer
Novak Djokovic won his 19th Grand Slam title at Roland Garros on Sunday. The title saw him extend his lead over Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer in the race for 'Big Titles'.
French Open final: Djokovic vs Tsitsipas features old guard against the 'next gen'
It will be a symbolic victory for either side, as the "Big Three" take on the "Next Gen" of tennis.
Novak Djokovic ends Rafael Nadal's French Open reign, faces 'Next Gen' star Tsitsipas in the final
Djokovic will be facing Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final on Sunday
French Open: 'Great Novak Djokovic' warned about unstoppable Rafael Nadal
The 2021 French Open semifinals between Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic will be the pair's 58th meeting. The Serb holds a slender 29-28 advantage.
French Open: Rafael Nadal wary, Novak Djokovic confident as semi-final clash looms
Rafael Nadal overcame Diego Schwartzman and Novak Djokovic beat Matteo Berrettini to set up a semi-final clash against each other. It is the most highly anticipated match of the tournament.
Federer, Djokovic and Nadal retirement will leave a 'big hole', youngsters not strong enough
Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic have dominated tennis for the last decade and a half. The trio have won 41 of the last 59 Grand Slams since 2006 with only 5 other players claiming major titles in that time.
French Open: Novak Djokovic says 'I do not copy Rafael Nadal' as potential semifinal clash looms
Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic are just one win away from booking a semi-final clash against each other at the French Open. If it happens, it will be the ninth meeting between the pair at Roland Garros.
French Open: Diego Schwartzman explains mindset needed before facing Rafael Nadal
Diego Schwartzman will face Rafael Nadal in the quarterfinals of the French Open on Wednesday after overcoming Jan-Lennard Struff in straight sets.
Djokovic survives, Nadal cruises at French Open as Gauff makes breakthrough
Swiatek, 20, is aiming to become the first woman to defend the title in Paris since Justine Henin
French Open: Novak Djokovic accepts Lewis Hamilton comparison after record-breaking victory
Novak Djokovic demolished Ricardas Berankis in straight sets to make his 12th consecutive quarterfinal at Roland Garros surpassing both Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, who recorded 11 each.
French Open: Roger Federer has rare argument with chair umpire
The Swiss star had a lengthy discussion with the umpire after he was handed a time penalty in the match against Marin Cilic
French Open: Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic mentally preparing for potential clash
Rafael Nadal was drawn into the same half as Novak Djokovic owing to his number three seeding at the 2021 French Open. If the two progress as expected they could face off in the semifinals rather than the final.
French Open: How Dominic Thiem's loss almost cost Alexander Zverev
Dominic Thiem, a two-time French Open finalist, suffered a shock loss in the first round at Roland Garros on Sunday. Zverev was facing a similar fate until the German star turned his fortunes around.
Naomi Osaka faces French Open expulsion for media boycott
The other Grand Slam events have also warned the player about future sanctions
French Open: Is it too early to write Roger Federer off? Swiss ace addresses expectations
Roger Federer will get his French Open campaign underway against Denis Istomin on Tuesday. The Swiss ace has played just two tournaments prior to Roland Garros in 2021.