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‘Imagine Djokovic failed drugs test, then won Australian Open…’: Football legend

Published on Feb 03, 2025 12:47 PM IST

The next Grand Slam for this season will be in May at Roland Garros, a month after Jannik Sinner's CAS hearing

A former football player questioned Jannik Sinner's doping scandal and made a Novak Djokovic comparison.(AP)

ByHT Sports Desk

Bizarre Davis Cup drama as Cristian Garin gets disqualified for refusing to play

The incident happened during the third set of the match after Bergs secured a break in the 11th game to put Belgium on the verge of a win

Chile's Cristian Garin reacts during his singles match against Belgium's Zizou Bergs (REUTERS)

Published on Feb 03, 2025 11:09 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Even as players beat odds at home, tennis is far from finding a foothold in Togo

Even as Togo lost against India and failed to book their place in the World Group I in Sunday's match, the team may want to keep their hopes and spirits high.

India's N Sriram Balaji and Rithvik Bollipalli during the Davis Cup 2025 World Group I play-off match against Togo's Thomas Setodji and Padio Isak, in New Delhi, Sunday, Feb. 2(PTI)

Updated on Feb 03, 2025 06:36 AM IST

ByAratrick Mondal

Davis Cup: India blank Togo 4-0, in World Group I

Sriram Balaji and Rithvik Bollipalli won the doubles on Sunday before the hosts won the playoff tie 4-0 in New Delhi

N Sriram Balaji and Rithvik Choudary Bollipalli finished off proceedings quickly Day 2 to hand India the decisive win against Togo (Davis Cup)

Published on Feb 02, 2025 09:16 PM IST

BySandip Sikdar

Togo have come far in their tennis journey, so have Togolese fans

A tiny section of the Tologese crowd, nestled amid the home spectators, got behind the tourists with 'Allez Togo!' cheers.

Togo lost both their encounters on Day 1 of Davis Cup tie against India(AITA)

Updated on Feb 02, 2025 10:51 AM IST

ByAratrick Mondal, New Delhi

Novak Djokovic injury return date set as scan reports emerge on hamstring injury

As it reportedly stands, Novak Djokovic can return to the court in two weeks with the ATP 500 event in Doha looking a possibility.

Serbia's Novak Djokovic attends a press conference after retiring from his men's singles semi-final match against Germany's Alexander Zverev on day thirteen of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne(AFP)

Updated on Feb 02, 2025 08:59 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Teenager Maaya’s tenacity reflects Nadal academy lessons

The 15-year-old based at the Mallorca academy of the 22-time Slam winner collected her first WTA Tour points in Mumbai

Published on Feb 02, 2025 08:10 AM IST

ByShahid Judge

Davis Cup: Mukund, Ramkumar put India 2-0 up v Togo

India leads 2-0 against Togo in the Davis Cup 2025 playoff, with Mukund and Ramkumar winning their singles matches, aiming to seal the tie on Day 2.

Mukund Sasikumar in action on Day 1 of India’s Davis Cup tie against Togo at the DLTA on Saturday. (AITA)

Updated on Feb 01, 2025 10:00 PM IST

BySandip Sikdar

Roger Federer, wife Mirka party with David Beckham, Henry; photos go viral

Roger Federer donned a velvet burgundy suit. Meanwhile, Mirka caught everyone’s attention with a pink and silver sequined dress.

Roger Federer, Mirka attended Thierry Henry’s partner's birthday party.

Updated on Feb 01, 2025 05:05 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

‘Before semi-final, Sinner was interrogated from 4am to 10am’: Paolini’s coach

If the CAS does find Jannik Sinner guilty, he could receive a two-year ban.

Italy's Jannik Sinner poses for a photo.(AFP)

Published on Feb 01, 2025 01:58 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Novak Djokovic’s father drops retirement request: ‘My son, start thinking…’

Novak Djokovic revealed that his father has been urging him to retire, along with the media and fans.

Novak Djokovic during a press conference.(REUTERS)

Updated on Feb 01, 2025 01:26 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Davis Cup: Depleted India start favourites against Togo

The hosts will be missing their top players but they should have enough firepower to emerge victorious

India Davis Cup players ahead of their tie against Togo, at the DLTA. (AITA)

Updated on Jan 31, 2025 08:34 PM IST

BySandip Sikdar

'N Sriram Balaji is the best pairing I can get in this team': Rithvik Bollipalli

Ahead of the Davis Cup tie, Rithvik chatted with HT about his preparations for the contest and his experience at the Australian Open

Rithvik Choudary Bollipalli with N Sriram Balaji(Indian Tennis Daily)

Published on Jan 31, 2025 03:18 PM IST

ByAratrick Mondal

Rafa fan Karan Singh out to prove India not just 'doubles expert' nation

Speaking to HT, Karan Singh opened up on his Davis Cup preparations, his 2024 season and his experience at the recently-shut NTC

Updated on Jan 31, 2025 01:51 PM IST

ByAratrick Mondal

'Right attitude, team spirit' behind Togo's remarkable turnaround

Up ahead lies a tougher opponent in India, but the spirited Togo side has their eyes on 'history and recognition' that is at stake.

In this handout image, Togo's Davis Cup team during a press conference ahead of the Davis Cup World Group I Play-Offs tie against India, in New Delhi, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025(PTI)

Published on Jan 31, 2025 07:02 AM IST

ByAratrick Mondal, New Delhi

Amid doping divide in tennis, India’s Chaurasia provisionally suspended by ITIA

Doping in tennis has been in the spotlight over the last few months, with Sinner and Swiatek testing positive for banned substances

Image for representational purposes only. (Shutterstock)

Updated on Jan 30, 2025 11:44 PM IST

ByRutvick MehtaRutvick Mehta

Ex-tennis star Kournikova, Enrique’s partner, spotted in worrying state

Anna Kournikova announced her retirement from tennis in 2003 due to a serious back and spinal problem, which also consisted of a herniated disk.

Anna Kournikova is Enrique Iglesias' partner.

Updated on Jan 30, 2025 07:59 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Rafael Nadal rises in ATP rankings despite retiring from tennis two months back

The last time Rafael Nadal was on the court was in November, during Spain's Davis Cup match against the Netherlands

Published on Jan 29, 2025 08:57 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Serbia's Davis Cup tie; set for French Open return

With Novak Djokovic's decision to withdraw, Serbia will be without its star player in the first-round qualifying tie, which will begin on January 31.

Serbia's Novak Djokovic gestures to the crowd as he leaves the court after retiring from his semi final match against Germany's Alexander Zverev (REUTERS)

Updated on Jan 29, 2025 05:06 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Star players missing but Indian team sure of confident display at Davis Cup

Speaking to HT, Rajpal talked about the impending tie against Togo, the conversation he had with Mukund on his return, the absence of Nagal and Yuki

India's non-playing Davis Cup captain Rohit Rajpal speaks(PTI)

Published on Jan 29, 2025 10:32 AM IST

ByAratrick Mondal

Jannik Sinner alters roster after Australian Open win, withdraws from next event

It has now been confirmed that Jannik Sinner will not be participating in the 2025 edition of Rotterdam Open.

Italy's Jannik Sinner speaks at a media event with the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup trophy following his victory against Germany's Alexander Zverev in the men's singles final match of the Australian Open(AFP)

Updated on Jan 28, 2025 11:07 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Novak Djokovic to get Rafael Nadal-like honour at Melbourne Park

Australian Open boss Craig Tiley has given the green light to immortalising Novak Djokovic in statue form at the Melbourne Park

Novak Djokovic statute gets green signal at Melbourne Park(AFP)

Updated on Jan 28, 2025 08:27 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

‘She was…’: AUS Open boss defends Zverev after heckler's domestic abuse reminder

During his post-match speech in Melbourne, a spectator reminded Alexander Zverev about his domestic abuse accusations.

Alexander Zverev gives a speech during the trophy ceremony after losing the final against Jannik Sinner.(REUTERS)

Published on Jan 27, 2025 03:50 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Sinner in danger of having played last Grand Slam match for next two years

Jannik Sinner's CAS hearing is scheduled for April 16-17, and if the decision goes against him, he could receive a ban of up to two years.

Jannik Sinner reacts after winning the Australian Open final against Alexander Zverev.(REUTERS)

Updated on Jan 27, 2025 03:57 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Sabalenka accused of 'disgusting' gesture at Australian Open runners-up trophy

Aryna Sabalenka suffered a shock 6-3, 2-6, 7-5 defeat at the hands of Madison Keys, the No 19 seed, in the summit clash.

Belarus' Aryna Sabalenka reacts after losing against USA's Madison Keys during their women's singles final match on day fourteen of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on January 25(AFP)

Updated on Jan 27, 2025 01:27 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Where does Sinner stand in Grand Slam battle with Alcaraz after Australian Open?

This was Jannik Sinner's third Grand Slam title, and he became the first Italian player to achieve this feat.

Updated on Jan 27, 2025 12:39 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Djokovic's heartfelt message to Zverev; Rafael Nadal congratulates Jannik Sinner

Both Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal congratulated Jannik Sinner on his Australian Open win

Jannik Sinner beat Alexander Zverev to win 2025 Australian Open title

Updated on Jan 27, 2025 08:27 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

How Sinner caused Zverev to run out of ammunition in the Australian Open final

Jannik Sinner became the third male player in this century not to face a single break point in a Grand Slam final

Italy's Jannik Sinner poses with the trophy alongside Germany's Alexander Zverev after the final(REUTERS)

Updated on Jan 27, 2025 07:19 AM IST

ByAratrick Mondal

Djokovic ruled out for ‘couple months’ due to injury, eyes French Open return

Novak Djokovic is reportedly set to miss the upcoming Qatar Open due to injury, and will be making his return at Roland Garros.

Novak Djokovic waves to the crowd as he leaves the court after retiring from his semi-final against Alexander Zverev.(HT_PRINT)

Published on Jan 27, 2025 05:59 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Sinner the hard court maestro again

Jannik Sinner dominated Alexander Zverev to win the Australian Open final 6-3, 7-6(4), 6-3, securing his third Grand Slam title and defending his title.

Jannik Sinner’s victory made him the youngest to defend the Australian Open title since Jim Courier (1992-93). (AP)

Updated on Jan 26, 2025 10:12 PM IST

ByRutvick Mehta

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The next Grand Slam for this season will be in May at Roland Garros, a month after Jannik Sinner's CAS hearing

The incident happened during the third set of the match after Bergs secured a break in the 11th game to put Belgium on the verge of a win

Even as Togo lost against India and failed to book their place in the World Group I in Sunday's match, the team may want to keep their hopes and spirits high.

Sriram Balaji and Rithvik Bollipalli won the doubles on Sunday before the hosts won the playoff tie 4-0 in New Delhi

A tiny section of the Tologese crowd, nestled amid the home spectators, got behind the tourists with 'Allez Togo!' cheers.

As it reportedly stands, Novak Djokovic can return to the court in two weeks with the ATP 500 event in Doha looking a possibility.

The 15-year-old based at the Mallorca academy of the 22-time Slam winner collected her first WTA Tour points in Mumbai

India leads 2-0 against Togo in the Davis Cup 2025 playoff, with Mukund and Ramkumar winning their singles matches, aiming to seal the tie on Day 2.

Roger Federer donned a velvet burgundy suit. Meanwhile, Mirka caught everyone’s attention with a pink and silver sequined dress.

If the CAS does find Jannik Sinner guilty, he could receive a two-year ban.

Novak Djokovic revealed that his father has been urging him to retire, along with the media and fans.

The hosts will be missing their top players but they should have enough firepower to emerge victorious

Ahead of the Davis Cup tie, Rithvik chatted with HT about his preparations for the contest and his experience at the Australian Open

Speaking to HT, Karan Singh opened up on his Davis Cup preparations, his 2024 season and his experience at the recently-shut NTC

Up ahead lies a tougher opponent in India, but the spirited Togo side has their eyes on 'history and recognition' that is at stake.

Doping in tennis has been in the spotlight over the last few months, with Sinner and Swiatek testing positive for banned substances

Anna Kournikova announced her retirement from tennis in 2003 due to a serious back and spinal problem, which also consisted of a herniated disk.

The last time Rafael Nadal was on the court was in November, during Spain's Davis Cup match against the Netherlands

With Novak Djokovic's decision to withdraw, Serbia will be without its star player in the first-round qualifying tie, which will begin on January 31.

Speaking to HT, Rajpal talked about the impending tie against Togo, the conversation he had with Mukund on his return, the absence of Nagal and Yuki

It has now been confirmed that Jannik Sinner will not be participating in the 2025 edition of Rotterdam Open.

Australian Open boss Craig Tiley has given the green light to immortalising Novak Djokovic in statue form at the Melbourne Park

During his post-match speech in Melbourne, a spectator reminded Alexander Zverev about his domestic abuse accusations.

Jannik Sinner's CAS hearing is scheduled for April 16-17, and if the decision goes against him, he could receive a ban of up to two years.

Aryna Sabalenka suffered a shock 6-3, 2-6, 7-5 defeat at the hands of Madison Keys, the No 19 seed, in the summit clash.

This was Jannik Sinner's third Grand Slam title, and he became the first Italian player to achieve this feat.

Both Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal congratulated Jannik Sinner on his Australian Open win

Jannik Sinner became the third male player in this century not to face a single break point in a Grand Slam final

Novak Djokovic is reportedly set to miss the upcoming Qatar Open due to injury, and will be making his return at Roland Garros.

Jannik Sinner dominated Alexander Zverev to win the Australian Open final 6-3, 7-6(4), 6-3, securing his third Grand Slam title and defending his title.

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