'I miss tennis': Novak Djokovic ready for comeback in Dubai
Novak Djokovic is looking forward to focusing on tennis again, with the world No 1 set to head an incredible line-up at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.
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Undefeated Shahama on course for second UAE Classic prize
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Novak Djokovic Eager For Dubai Comeback After Vaccine Controversy
World number one Novak Djokovic said on Thursday he has missed playing tennis as he prepares for his comeback in Dubai after the coronavirus vaccine row that kept him from defending his Australian Open title. The Serb, who was deported from Australia over his vaccination status, toured the Serbian pavilion at Dubai Expo, removing his black mask when requested and writing a message in the visitors' book. The 20-time Grand Slam-winner, who will play the ATP Dubai tournament next week, has kept a low profile since his deportation from Australia last month over his refusal to get jabbed.
Simona Halep extends fine form to reach Dubai Tennis Championships semi-finals
Simona Halep continued her encouraging start to the season on Thursday by reaching her third semi-final at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships following an impressive win over Tunisia's Ons Jabeur.
Halep surges into Dubai semis, Ostapenko saves match point against Kvitova
Simona Halep continued her excellent start to the year by powering past Ons Jabeur and into the semi-finals of the WTA event in Dubai on Thursday, while Jelena Ostapenko saved a match point to edge out Petra Kvitova.
Djokovic gets green light for Italian Open
Italian Sports Minister Valentina Vezzali says Novak Djokovic would be allowed to participate in the Italian Open as outdoor events don't require a person to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Peugeot sees Djokovic sporting its logo at next tournament, source says
PARIS : Carmaker Peugeot, a sponsor of Novak Djokovic, is glad the tennis star has told his story about his expulsion from Australia and expects its logo to be on his shirt when he competes in Dubai this month, a source close to the Peugeot brand told Reuters.