De Minaur glides into second round in Beijing Australia's Alex de Minaur has progressed to the last 16 at the China Open with a straight sets win over Mariano Navone. AAP · Oct 1
Novak Djokovic keeps perfect China Open record in first match since disastrous US Open Novak Djokovic won his first match at the China Open in 11 years by beating Nuno Borges in straight sets on Wednesday. Djokovic sealed a 6-3, 7-6 victory and has now won all 30 of his career matches at the China Open. The Serbian superstar said he was “very happy”… The Independent UK · Sep 30
Tennis Mailbag: What’s Next for Novak Djokovic After His Early U.S. Open Exit? The 39-year-old’s first-round loss has sparked a discussion about his future in the sport. Plus, the absurdity of late-night matches and more from Flushing Meadows. Sports Illustrated · Sep 2
Tennis star Novak Djokovic was knocked out during the first round of the U.S. Open—but he’ll still walk away with $140,000, and millions off-court The U.S. Open is offering $108 million in player compensation this year, the largest package in tennis history. The singles champion alone will take home over $5 million. Fortune · Sep 2
Will US Open defeat force Novak Djokovic to reconsider his end game? The Serb has his heart set on defending his Olympic title in Los Angeles in 2028, but his ageing body is screaming a resounding ‘no’ The Guardian - UK · Aug 31
Questions abound for Novak Djokovic after US Open loss and 3 years without a Grand Slam title There are plenty of questions surrounding Novak Djokovic's future after his first-round loss at the U.S. Open The Independent UK · Aug 31
US Open 2026: Novak Djokovic suffers shock first-round defeat to Mariano Navone Novak Djokovic experienced his earliest Grand Slam exit in twenty years. He lost to Mariano Navone in a grueling five-set match. Djokovic struggled physically throughout the contest and appeared distressed. Navone capitalized on Djokovic's declining condition for a career-defining victory. This surprising defeat opens up the US Open draw significantly. The Economic Times · Aug 31
Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears during shock US Open first round defeat Novak Djokovic was moved to tears as he crashed out of the US Open in a physically punishing first-round defeat to Argentinean Mariano Navone. The Independent UK · Aug 31
SI:AM | Novak Djokovic Bounced in First Round at U.S. Open Injuries and illness hampered the 39-year-old in a five-set loss to Mariano Navone. Sports Illustrated · Aug 31
Novak Djokovic’s US Open defeat was tough to watch – the question he now faces is even harder Djokovic appears set on finishing his career at the 2028 Olympics but he must decide whether he can stomach the painful scenes that accompanied his first-round defeat to Mariano Navone in New York The Independent UK · Aug 31
US Open 2026 men’s and women’s seeds list and tracker Novak Djokovic was the first of the big names to suffer a surprise exit - his earliest at a grand slam in more than 20 years The Independent UK · Aug 31
Novak Djokovic reacts to shock first round US Open exit: 'I despised every moment' 24-time grand slam champion was emotional after losing to Mariano Navone Evening Standard · Aug 31
Novak Djokovic out in US Open 1st round for the first time. Pegula, Medvedev, Kostyuk among winners Novak Djokovic experienced a surprising early exit from the US Open tournament. Mariano Navone defeated the champion in a lengthy and challenging opening match. Other players like Jessica Pegula and Marta Kostyuk advanced easily on Sunday. Major stars including Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz begin their campaigns on Monday. The… The Economic Times · Aug 31
The Independent UK · Aug 31 Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears after gruelling five-set US Open defeat The exit is the 39-year-old’s first in the opening round of a major since Paul Goldstein beat him at the Australian Open in 2006
The Guardian - AU · Aug 31 Ailing Novak Djokovic falls in US Open first round for earliest grand slam exit in 20 years Novak Djokovic suffered his earliest grand slam exit in 20 years as he fell in five brutal sets to Mariano Navone in the first round of the US Open
The Independent UK · Aug 31 Novak Djokovic crashes out of US Open in five-set defeat to Mariano Navone The 39-year-old looked physically spent throughout the match and was regularly doubled over in pain.
The Economic Times · Aug 29 Unrelenting Novak Djokovic refuses to give up on record major dream as US Open begins The 146th U.S. Open tennis tournament commences on Sunday with top players competing. Novak Djokovic aims for his record 25th major title while Jessica Pegula seeks her first. Venus Williams makes her 26th main draw appearance and Marta Kostyuk builds on recent success. Djokovic is determined to win his 25th…
AAP · Aug 26 Top seed out, California dream alive for Aussie veteran With the US Open around the corner, Aussies James Duckworth and Rinky Hijikata have booked their tickets to the last 16 of the ATP Tour event in Winston-Salem.
AAP · May 27 De Minaur's Paris opponent collapses in 'insane' heat Jakub Mensik, the next opponent for a rested Alex de Minaur at the French Open, collapsed on court after winning his second-round match amid distressing scenes.
The Guardian - UK · May 27 Jakub Mensik labels French Open heat ‘insane’ after collapsing at end of five-set win The 26th seed used a wheelchair to get off court after his victory, while Novak Djokovic called for more night matches on hot days
The Independent UK · May 27 Jakub Mensik leaves court in wheelchair after gruelling five-set French Open victory Mensik fell onto the clay and lay there for several minutes after beating Mario Navone in four hours and 41 minutes in gruelingly hot conditions
The Independent UK · May 27 Jakub Mensik collapses on court amid intense French Open heat The 20-year-old Czech needed attention from medical staff before being taken to the locker room in a wheelchair.
Sports Illustrated · May 21 2026 Roland Garros Men’s Seed Report: Jannik Sinner vs. the Field The top seed is the overwhelming favorite with his rival, Carlos Alcaraz, out of the French Open due to injury.
The Independent UK · May 20 Cameron Norrie suffers disappointing defeat in Geneva ahead of French Open British tennis star Cameron Norrie was dumped out of the Geneva Open in the round of 16 on Wednesday. Norrie, who was the No 3 seed at the tournament, was facing Argentina’s Mariano Navone for a place in the quarter-finals. It was Navone who came out on top in two…