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Djokovic’s French Open future uncertain after stunning loss to Fonseca

Djokovic’s French Open future uncertain after stunning loss to Fonseca

Published by Sam Flores

PARIS, May 29 : Three-time French Open champion Novak Djokovic said he was unsure if he would return to the red clay of Roland Garros next year, following his third-round defeat by Brazilian teenage sensation Joao Fonseca on Friday. The 39-year-old Serb, who celebrated his birthday last week, fell to a rare defeat in Paris, raising questions over his future in the tournament after 22 consecutive appearances. “I don’t know,” the world number four said when asked whether he would play in Roland Garros again. Djokovic, who has been injured for three months, said he felt he had played “really good tennis” against Fonseca but felt tired at the end of what will enter records as his longest game ever played in the French Open at four hours and 53 minutes. “A couple of times where I felt like I was barely standing on my legs towards the end of the match,” the 24-time Grand Slam winner said. It was the second time that Djokovic lost from two sets up, with the other also coming …

Djokovic’s French Open Loss to Teenager Fonseca Ensures a New Men’s Grand Slam Winner

Djokovic’s French Open Loss to Teenager Fonseca Ensures a New Men’s Grand Slam Winner

Published by Sam Flores

PARIS (AP) — There will be a new men’s champion at the French Open after Novak Djokovic followed Jannik Sinner out of Roland Garros in a five-set stunner on Friday. Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca beat 24-time major winner Djokovic 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 in the third round to follow Thursday’s huge upset, when No. 1 Sinner — last year’s runner-up lost to 56th-ranked Juan Manuel Cerundolo. “Ten minutes after the match I could realize a little bit what I did, what I achieved,” the 19-year-old Fonseca said. “How difficult it was and how amazing it was for me.” Djokovic’s latest quest for a record 25th Grand Slam was ended and it was just the second time he lost from two sets up, the other also coming in Paris in 2010. Along with veterans Marin Cilic and Stan Wawrinka, all the men’s major winners are out, thus guaranteeing that a new pair of hands will raise the Coupe des Mousquetaires trophy aloft on June 7 on Court Philippe-Chatrier. “Of course, Jannik and Djokovic out, there’s …

Inside Novak Djoković’s shocking net worth and business ventures

Inside Novak Djoković’s shocking net worth and business ventures

Published by Daniella Wilson

Tennis star Novak Djoković is a living legend with an impressive 24 Grand Slam Titles, which is the men’s all-time record. He also made history by winning each major grand slam including the U.S. Open, Australian Open, Wimbledon and the French Open at least three times. With stats like that, it should come as no surprise that Novak is a multi-millionaire. How much, you ask?  The champion has a jaw-dropping net worth of $240 million, per multiple reports. We’ve delved into his business ventures and career below. © Getty Images Endorsements Outside of tennis, the star represented a plethora of various companies through endorsements. One of his first endorsements was with the athletic brand Head. He’s also been sponsored by Lacoste, Asics, Hublot and Waterdrop. Most recently, he’s advertised Aman, Qatar Airways and Joe & the Juice. His collaborations with brands have included shooting commercials, advertisements or wearing certain brands on court. On top of those known companies, he’s also partnered with banks, car companies and software brands. His other endorsements include ANZ, Ultimate Software, Peugeot, …