Novak Djokovic exclusive - World No. 1 underlines his French Open ambition: 'I want to peak in Paris'

11.04.2023 - 08:11 eurosport.com

Novak Djokovic says he is hoping to «peak in Paris» as he prepares to return to competitive action at Monte Carlo after missing the sunshine swing in the United States.

The world No. 1 was unable to compete at Indian Wells or the Miami Open after being refused entry to the US due to his Covid-19 vaccination status.

Ad Djokovic began the 2023 season in flying form by winning in Adelaide, claiming the Australian Open title and reaching the semi-finals in Dubai, but more than a month has now passed since he last competed.

TennisATP clay power rankings: Djokovic, Alcaraz lead the way, but where's Nadal?A DAY AGO The Monte Carlo Masters kicks off the European clay-court season this week, leading up to the showcase of Roland-Garros at the end of May, and the Serbian told Eurosport he has one eye on the second Grand Slam of the year. “I have to say, it’s in the back of my mind, as an ultimate goal on clay.

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Carlos Alcaraz insisted Sunday that he is not Rafael Nadal's "replacement" as the teenager comfortably defended his Barcelona title, bolstering his bid to succeed his compatriot as French Open champion. The 19-year-old brushed aside Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 6-4 to add the Barcelona trophy to wins in Buenos Aires and Indian Wells in 2023. He now has nine career titles. With 14-time French Open champion Nadal sidelined since January with a hip injury and world number one and two-time Roland Garros winner Novak Djokovic struggling with an elbow problem, Alcaraz reinforced his credentials as a major contender to add the clay-court Grand Slam title to the US Open he captured last year.

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Djokovic hoping to hit top form on clay after Banja Luka exit

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BANJA LUKA Bosnia/Herzegovina: Novak Djokovic battled back from a set down to beat French teenager Luca Van Assche 6-7 (4/7), 6-3, 6-2 in his opening match in Banja Luka on Wednesday.