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Novak Djokovic drops major hint on future after semi-final exit from French Open: 'This could have been the last...

Novak Djokovic dropped a cryptic statement after bowing out of the ongoing French Open with a semi-final defeat at the hands of world No 1 Jannik Sinner on Friday, which extended his wait for a 25th Grand Slam triumph.

French Open: Sinner denies Djokovic 25th Grand Slam win with semi-final victory, faces Alcaraz for title

World number one Sinner held off a record-chasing Djokovic with an impressive 6-4, 7-5, 7-6 (7/3) win on Court Philippe Chatrier to reach his maiden Roland Garros final, where he faces defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.

'I don't think that was fair': Iga Swiatek fumes over umpire call in French Open exit against Sabalenka

Iga Swiatek expressed disappointment after the chair umpire denied her request to inspect a mark during her French Open semifinal loss to Aryna Sabalenka. The incident occurred in a key moment of the match on Court Philippe-Chatrier.

Novak Djokovic becomes oldest French Open semi-finalist in nearly six decades after beating Alexander Zverev

Novak Djokovic kept his quest for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam triumph alive at the ongoing French Open with a 4-6 6-3 6-2 6-4 victory over Alexander Zverev in their quarter-final meeting on Wednesday.

World No.361 Boisson stuns third seed Pegula at French Open 2025; Djokovic hits century at Roland Garros

In one of the biggest shockers at French Open, wild card holder and World No.361 Lois Boisson outplayed the American favourite Jessica Pegula as the Chatrier crowd was on their feet.

French Open 2025: Roland Garros is facing accusations of gender bias; here's why

While world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka has expressed her desire to play more matches at Court Philippe-Chatrier, the centre court, Ons Jabeur and Coco Gauff have slammed the organisers for the lack of women's matches in the night session.

India's campaign ends at French Open 2025: Bopanna, Bhambri, and Dhamne bow out in early rounds

India’s French Open campaign ended as Rohan Bopanna and Yuki Bhambri bowed out in the third round of men’s doubles. Both pairs lost to higher-seeded opponents in a tough contest. Meanwhile, junior player Manas Dhamne exited the boys' singles after a hard-fought match.

'Fun night to be in Paris': Djokovic enters French Open last-16 while crowd celebrates PSG's goals in UCL final

Novak Djokovic had earlier expressed reservations about playing the late match on Centre Court at Roland Garros as it would have prevented him from watching the Champions League final between PSG and Inter Milan.

Police secure perimeter around Roland Garros for French Open and Champions League final clash

The Champions League final is taking place in Germany, but with Paris-based PSG involved and the match clashing with the French Open, security has been heightened around the tennis tournament.

Novak Djokovic gets 'quite an adrenaline experience' cycling around Paris during French Open | Watch

Novak Djokovic also said that while cycling in Paris was fun for while it later became dangerous as he surrounded by many cars.

'In Europe, it's unfortunate for women's sports': Ons Jabeur slams French Open for lack of women’s matches in night

The last time a women's singles match was played under the lights at the French Open was in 2023.

Handshake controversy erupts at India-Pakistan tennis match; fans slam 'filthy attitude' from Pak player

The handshake controversy erupted at the India-Pakistan tennis match after Pakistan’s Mikaeel Ali Baig was involved in an unsportsmanlike conduct agianst India's Tavish Pahwa.

French Open: Gauff finds rhythm after forgetting rackets, Djokovic overcomes difficult conditions

While Coco Gauff and Novak Djokovic won, Daniil Medvedev found it tough to tackle the wet and windy Tuesday as he lost to Cameron Norrie.

Fab Four reunion makes Novak Djokovic reflect on his ‘end of the road’

Novak Djokovic, however, also said that he is 'proud' that he's still playing as he aims to win the French Open 2025.

Naomi Osaka leaves press conference in tears after French Open exit: 'Hate disappointing people'

Naomi Osaka found it tough to answer the questions during the press conference after suffering a first-round exit at the French Open 2025 on Monday.

Watch: Rafael Nadal, 14-time French Open champion, immortalised at Roland Garros with special gesture

A special tribute ceremony was organised for the legendary Rafael Nadal on Sunday, the opening day of the 2025 French Open. And among the highlights of the emotional evening at Roland Garros was Nadal's permanent footprint being unveiled on the clay court.

Rafael Nadal on life after retirement: 'I am having fun... I don’t miss much tennis'

Rafael Nadal, who received a moving tribute at Roland Garros on the opening day of the 2025 French Open, added that he is enjoying the new phase of his life with his wife and two-year-old son at its centre.

WATCH - Rafael Nadal gets emotional during his tribute ceremony at Roland Garros

Rafael Nadal was honoured with a tribute at Roland Garros on Court Philippe-Chatrier on Sunday. He won his record 14 French Open titles at the same venue. Nadal was seen crying while watching a video montage during the event.

French Open 2025: Rafael Nadal tribute ceremony to headline opening day at Roland Garros

Rafael Nadal, a 14-time French Open champion, is set to be honoured by the organisers on the opening day of the clay-court Grand Slam with former rivals Roger Federer and Andy Murray are expected to attend Nadal's ceremony, as well as Novak Djokovic.

Novak Djokovic finally wins 100th ATP title with victory over Hubert Hurkacz in Geneva Open final

Novak Djokovic won his 100th ATP title at the Geneva Open, becoming only the third player to achieve this historic feat in the Open Era. The 38-year-old beat Hubert Hurkacz in a thrilling final in Switzerland just before the Roland Garros.

Rafael Nadal criticises Netflix documentary on Carlos Alcaraz: 'It’s just not true'

Tennis great Rafael Nadal feels the Netflix documentary on Carlos Alcaraz has painted a wrong picture about the Spanish player.

Novak Djokovic one win away from 100th ATP Tour-level singles title after reaching Geneva Open final

Novak Djokovic smashed 11 aces and 34 winners to beat Cameron Norrie and reach the Geneva Open final, which has put him on the brink of 100th ATP Tour-level singles title.

Andy Murray hilariously reveals one thing he won't miss after coaching split with Novak Djokovic

Andy Murray recently opened up about his short coaching stint with Serbian great Novak Djokovic. He joked about their split and revealed the thing that he will never miss about Djokovic.

Novak Djokovic smashes racket, beats Matteo Arnaldi and celebrates birthday at Geneva Open

It was an eventful birthday for Novak Djokovic as the tennis star turned 38 on Thursday. During his win over Matteo Arnaldi at Geneva Open, Djokovic also smashed his racket once.

French Open 2025: Sinner vs Djokovic semi-final on the cards as heavyweights included in same half of Roland Garros draw

Also included in the top half of the draw alongside world No 1 Jannik Sinner, who recently made his comeback from a three-month doping ban, and 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic is Alexander Zverev who had lost to Carlos Alcaraz in the final at Roland Garros last year.

French Open increases prize money purse for fourth straight year

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