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Novak Djokovic cheered on by Mercedes' George Russell in Monte Carlo Masters win over Ivan Gakhov
Novak Djokovic was cheered on by Formula 1 star George Russell as he made his return to court at the Monte Carlo Masters. The world No.1 came through a tough battle against Russian qualifier Ivan Gakhov to progress 7-6 6-2 on Court Rainier III. Ad In his post-match interview on court, Djokovic called it “an ugly tennis win”, but he faced more questions of his performance from Mercedes driver Russell.
Novak Djokovic Labours To Win, Stefanos Tsitsipas Advances In Monte Carlo
Novak Djokovic made a winning return to competition in the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday but was made to work by his 198th-ranked Russian opponent as two-time defending champion Stefanos Tsitsipas advanced when his rival retired injured. Djokovic is back on court after failing to get a waiver to enter the United States for last month's Indian Wells tournament and Miami Open due to his anti-Covid vaccination stance. The world number one was in danger of losing the opening set against Russian qualifier Ivan Gakhov before easing through 7-6 (7/5), 6-2 in 1hr 47min.
Djokovic labours to win, Tsitsipas advances in Monte Carlo
Novak Djokovic made a winning return to competition in the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday but was made to work by his 198th-ranked Russian opponent as two-time defending champion Stefanos Tsitsipas advanced when his rival retired injured.
Novak Djokovic survives scare from qualifier Ivan Gakhov to win on return at Monte Carlo Masters
Novak Djokovic said he won “ugly” on his return to action at the Monte Carlo Masters after fighting off the stubborn challenge of Ivan Gakhov. World No. 1 Djokovic came through 7-6(5) 6-2 but faced an afternoon of frustration against the world No.198, who had previously played just one tour level match.
Brittney Griner memoir to detail 'unfathomable' time in Russia
NEW YORK — Saying she is ready to share the «unfathomable» experience of being arrested and incarcerated in Russia, basketball star Brittney Griner is working on a memoir that is scheduled for spring 2024.
Brittney Griner working on memoir about 'unfathomable' Russian captivity
Saying she is ready to share the "unfathomable" experience of being arrested and incarcerated in Russia, basketball star Brittney Griner is working on a memoir that is scheduled for spring 2024.
Djokovic recovers after stuttering start in Monte Carlo Masters
Novak Djokovic had to fight his way into the third round of the Monte Carlo Masters after a 7-6(5), 6-2 victory against Russian qualifier Ivan Gakhov on Tuesday.