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Emotionally drained Djokovic to skip Serbia Open

Top-ranked Novak Djokovic says he will skip the hometown tennis tournament organized by his family because of the death of his grandfather.

FP Archives|Apr 25, 2012, 21:15:49 IST

Top-ranked Novak Djokovic says he will skip the hometown tennis tournament organized by his family because of the death of his grandfather.Djokovic said on Wednesday he felt emotionally drained and was unable to summon the mental strength since his grandfather died last Thursday.[caption id="attachment_288879" align="alignleft" width="380" caption="Reuters"][/caption]Djokovic says his decision to miss the Serbia Open starting on Monday in Belgrade "was one of the most difficult decisions in my career, but it is impossible for me to play and think about tennis."Djokovic lost to second-ranked Rafael Nadal in the Monte Carlo Masters final last Sunday.

High-flying PV Sindhu defeats fellow Indian Unnati Hooda, advances into 2026 China Open round two

Double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu battled past teenage compatriot Unnati Hooda in a hard‑fought opening‑round clash to reach the second round of the China Open.

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What Is 3x3 Basketball, and why India Is playing It at the 2026 CWG for the first time

The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow have sparked debate with the exclusion of nine sporting events, but they will mark a historic milestone with India’s maiden appearance in the women’s 3x3 wheelchair basketball competition.

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Why India may not witness a medal rush at 2026 Commonwealth Games

A 125-strong Indian contingent is in Glasgow for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, starting today (July 23), chasing international glory. However, with a roster of sports such as badminton and wrestling being cut from the event, the country’s medal chances have been drastically reduced

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MLS probes Inter Miami over Casemiro move despite confirmed signing

Inter Miami have signed Brazil midfielder Casemiro as a free agent, but Major League Soccer has launched an investigation into an alleged tampering issue linked to his move

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'It's not over yet': PV Sindhu makes bold declaration following historic Japan Open title victory

Two‑time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu reaffirmed her belief in herself with a landmark triumph at the Japan Open Super 750, defeating local favourite Akane Yamaguchi in straight sets.