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French Open plans special tribute to Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros • Apr. 17, 2025, 6:20 AM ET (The Indian Express)
Djokovic upset by Tabilo in the 2nd round at Monte Carlo. Alcaraz advances • Apr. 9, 2025, 7:29 PM ET (AP)
Djokovic, Gauff and other players ask the Grand Slam tournaments for more money and more say • Apr. 3, 2025, 6:50 PM ET (AP)
Jakub Mensik prevents Djokovic from his 100th title, wins Miami Open for first ATP trophy • Mar. 30, 2025, 11:59 PM ET (AP)
With Lionel Messi watching, Novak Djokovic advances to Miami Open final to face upstart Jakub Mensik • Mar. 28, 2025, 10:18 PM ET (AP)

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Born May 22, 1987 (age 37) • Belgrade • Serbia
Awards And Honors Wimbledon Championships • Australian Open • U.S. Open • French Open • Davis Cup (2010)

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