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Novak Djokovic gets 'quite an adrenaline experience' cycling around Paris during French Open
Novak Djokovic also said that while cycling in Paris was fun for while it later became dangerous as he surrounded by many cars. read more Despite enjoying the experience, Novak Djokovic said he won't go cycling again during French Open. Images: X/Reuters Novak Djokovic said riding a bicycle around Paris was a little more eventful than his routine victory over home player Corentin Moutet to reach the French Open third round on Thursday. The 38-year-old Serb, bidding for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title, barely needed all his gears as he rolled past Moutet 6-3 6-2 7-6(1) and afterwards told reporters that he had spent part of the previous day on two wheels. Novak Djokovic shares cycling experience in Paris 'I have done some bike rides in the past in Paris, but I haven't done one in a while,' he told reporters. 'Roland Garros was kind enough to gift me a bicycle, so I used it yesterday for the first time. We were kind of trying our luck a little bit with that roundabout at the Arc de Triomphe. 'To be honest at one point we had cars all over the place. It was quite an adrenaline experience, but I don't think I will repeat that. We were crazy enough to get into that roundabout. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'It was fun but at one point but also a bit dangerous. It's great. It's great to see Paris from, you know, from the bicycle. I think it's just more fun.' Djokovic, who warmed up for the French Open by winning his 100th career title in Geneva, has been untroubled in two rounds so far, although he did have to deal with blistered feet. 'It took me almost an hour to deal with the blister and the bleeding that I had,' he said. 'So they had to use the injections and draw the blood out and then inject something to dry out the blister. So that was not really a pleasant process. 'But I don't think it's going to be an issue for me to recover. Good thing about slams obviously you have a day in between.' Up next for Djokovic is Austrian Filip Misolic.
The Star
an hour ago
- Sport
- The Star
Tennis-Djokovic gets on his bike for adrenaline rush around Paris
Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 29, 2025 Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates winning his second round match against France's Corentin Moutet REUTERS/Lisi Niesner PARIS (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic said riding a bicycle around Paris was a little more eventful than his routine victory over home player Corentin Moutet to reach the French Open third round on Thursday. The 38-year-old Serb, bidding for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title, barely needed all his gears as he rolled past Moutet 6-3 6-2 7-6(1) and afterwards told reporters that he had spent part of the previous day on two wheels. "I have done some bike rides in the past in Paris, but I haven't done one in a while," he told reporters. "Roland Garros was kind enough to gift me a bicycle, so I used it yesterday for the first time. We were kind of trying our luck a little bit with that roundabout at the Arc de Triomphe. "To be honest at one point we had cars all over the place. It was quite an adrenaline experience, but I don't think I will repeat that. We were crazy enough to get into that roundabout. "It was fun but at one point but also a bit dangerous. It's great. It's great to see Paris from, you know, from the bicycle. I think it's just more fun." Djokovic, who warmed up for the French Open by winning his 100th career title in Geneva, has been untroubled in two rounds so far although he did have to deal with blistered feet. "It took me almost an hour to deal with the blister and the bleeding that I had," he said. "So they had to use the injections and draw the blood out and then inject something to dry out the blister. So that was not really a pleasant process. "But I don't think it's going to be an issue for me to recover. Good thing about slams obviously you have a day in between." Up next for Djokovic is Austrian Filip Misolic. (Reporting by Martyn Herman; Editing by Christian Radnedge)
Free Malaysia Today
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Free Malaysia Today
Sinner crushes Gasquet to end Frenchman's career
The 23-year-old said they have a good relationship off the court. (AP pic) PARIS : World number one Jannik Sinner sent Frenchman Richard Gasquet into retirement with a 6-3 6-0 6-4 hammering in the battle of generations at the French Open on Thursday to ease into the third round. It was the second time in as many years in Paris that the 23-year-old beat local hero Gasquet, who said he would end his career that started over two decades ago and yielded 16 tour-level singles titles after his home Grand Slam. With his team watching on in matching white T-shirts that read 'Merci Richard' the 38-year-old soaked up his ovation and video messages from peers, including Novak Djokovic and the recently retired Rafa Nadal, on the big screen. 'I'd like to thank Jannik for his kindness and the player that he is and I know he'll have a great career,' Gasquet said. 'I have great memories with all of you. You all supported me in defeat and victory … I began playing in a club in the south and travelled and played across France. So, I remember all the tournaments I played in, not just Roland Garros. 'We always had a welcome here that was extraordinary. I'd like to thank the federation. Tennis finishes for me today.' Gasquet, who made his French Open debut in 2002 when top seed Sinner was still in a crib, drew huge roars from the Court Philippe Chatrier crowd when he unleashed his single-handed backhand on the Italian early in the match. Fans were slightly more subdued when Sinner raced ahead 4-1 and won the opening set, before they were almost silenced when he dished out a bagel in the next set to leave Gasquet with a mountain to climb. Sinner faced more resistance in the first eight games of the next set as Gasquet mounted an unlikely comeback attempt, but he broke for a 5-4 lead and promptly closed out the match, before paying tribute to his opponent. 'We have a good relationship off the court. We're different generations, but it's your moment,' Sinner said. 'Congrats to your family, your team. Without great people around each player, it's impossible to make such an incredible career. You played in such an incredible era of tennis and everyone will recognise you, even after your retirement.' Victory ensured US and Australian Open champion Sinner became the first man born in 1990 or later to record 16 straight wins at Grand Slams. He will next play Czech Jiri Lehecka.
Perth Now
7 hours ago
- Health
- Perth Now
Hospitalisation rocks Novak Djokovic's French Open campaign
Novak Djokovic's French Open campaign has been rocked by the sudden hospitalisation of his longtime friend and physio, Miljan Amanovic. Amanovic has been in the 24-time grand slam champion's inner circle for several years, and sits in his players' box during matches. The Serbian tennis legend provided an update on his friend on Friday (AEST), but wouldn't be drawn into details of the 'serious' health issue. 'Unfortunately, Miljan is in the hospital,' Djokovic said. 'He had a serious situation today and underwent surgery. 'I wouldn't want to go into more detail than that.' The 38-year-old said everyone in his team is worried. 'We're all very concerned,' Djokovic added. 'He's currently stable, but the situation isn't ideal. 'He'll have to stay in the hospital for a few days. 'We're all worried. I hope everything will be alright.' Novak Djokovic getting stretched by his physiotherapist Miljan Amanovic. Credit: Peter Staples/ATP Tour / ATP Tour via Getty Images With Amanovic front-of-mind, Djokovic found it a bit of a slog to put away the eccentric Corentin Moutet 6-3, 6-2, 7-6 (7-1) in more than three hours to stay on course to go past the record of 24 grand slams that he currently shares with Margaret Court. He had to survive a set point in the third set and also needed some medical treatment on the sore toes on his left foot. Djokovic struggled with blisters on his left foot during the match. Credit: DeFodi Images / DeFodi Images via Getty Images 'He had set point,' said Djokovic. 'At that moment anything could happen but I stayed in the set. At the right time, I found a good serve.' 'Obviously, motivation now is to make more history,' added the phenomenon who's looking in ominous form after his 100th title win in Geneva and will face either Canada's Denis Shapovalov or Austrian Filip Misolic in round three. The 38-year-old admitted it's not as easy to back up from match to match anymore at his age, compounding the absence felt without his physio. 'Look, the recovery time is not much longer, I feel like,' he said. 'I mean, I'm pretty fit at the moment. I don't feel like I have any major issues. Although it took me, like, almost an hour to deal with the blister and the bleeding that I had. 'So they had to use the injections and draw the blood out and then inject something to dry out the blister. So that was, you know, not really a pleasant process. But it is something that, you know, anyone who has blisters that are bleeding has to do it. 'So that's why I'm also late with you guys, and I'm sorry for that. But I don't think it's going to be an issue for me to recover. I mean, three hours was a lot of running, straight sets, but a three-hour match is a good three-hour session. 'Good thing about slams obviously you have a day in between. So plenty of time to recover and get ready for the next one.'
News.com.au
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Sinner thrashes retiring Gasquet at French Open, Djokovic, Gauff through
Jannik Sinner ended the retiring Richard Gasquet's career with a one-sided victory at the French Open on Thursday, while Novak Djokovic successfully continued his Grand Slam record bid at Roland Garros. Women's second seed and former finalist Coco Gauff booked a place in the last 32, after 18-year-old contender Mirra Andreeva cruised through. World number one Sinner had no trouble in seeing off the 38-year-old Gasquet, playing at the tournament for the 22nd and final time, 6-3, 6-0, 6-4 in under two hours. Sinner made his comeback from a three-month doping ban at the Italian Open earlier in May, reaching the final before losing in straight sets to reigning Roland Garros champion Carlos Alcaraz. He was in fine form against Gasquet, saving three break points to serve out the first set before dominating the rest of the match on Court Philippe Chatrier. "Thank you for being very fair with me today, I know what was at stake... It's your (Gasquet's) moment. Congrats on an amazing career," Sinner told the crowd after setting up a third-round meeting with Czech Jiri Lehecka. Djokovic continued his bid for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title by downing Frenchman Corentin Moutet in straight sets, despite needing a medical time-out to treat a blister on his foot. The 38-year-old, who became just the third man to win 100 ATP titles last week in Geneva, eventually put away an obdurate Moutet, winning 6-3, 6-2, 7-6 (7/1). The Serb will next play Austrian qualifier Filip Misolic, as he edges closer to a possible quarter-final clash with Alexander Zverev. "I think in general I played well," Djokovic said after an impressive display against an awkward opponent who missed a set point in the third. "I came to Roland Garros with more confidence, good feelings... Hopefully I can continue like that." - Zverev, Fils progress - Third seed Zverev bounced back from losing the first set in a 3-6, 6-1, 6-2, 6-3 win over Dutchman Jesper de Jong. The German, who lost last year's final to Alcaraz in five sets, will next face Italian Flavio Cobolli on Saturday for a last-16 berth. Australian ninth seed Alex de Minaur's run of reaching four consecutive Grand Slam quarter-finals was ended as he blew a two-set lead to lose 2-6, 2-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-2 to Alexander Bublik. Czech teenager Jakub Mensik, the Miami Open champion, also suffered a collapse from two sets up in a 2-6, 1-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 defeat by Grand Slam debutant Henrique Rocha of Portugal. Home hope Arthur Fils narrowly avoided suffering a similar fate though. The 14th seed fought back from a break down in the deciding set to grab a dramatic 7-6 (7/3), 7-6 (7/4), 2-6, 0-6, 6-4 victory over Spaniard Jaume Munar on a raucous Court Suzanne Lenglen despite battling a back injury. Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca reached the third round of a Grand Slam event for the first time with a straight-sets win against French wildcard Pierre-Hugues Herbert. The 18-year-old will next face British fifth seed Jack Draper, who beat Gael Monfils in four sets in a gripping night session match. - Gauff, Andreeva through - Gauff struggled with her serve but did enough to claim a 6-2, 6-4 win over 2024 French Open girls' champion Tereza Valentova. She only managed one hold of serve in a scrappy second set but broke her 18-year-old Czech opponent eight times in the match to secure a third-round meeting with Marie Bouzkova. The American is targeting a first title since last year's WTA Finals, having come up just short in Madrid and Rome. "I could have been more aggressive on serve but the return game was good," Gauff said. Sixth seed Andreeva, who had an impressive run to the semi-finals at Roland Garros last year, brushed side American Ashlyn Krueger 6-3, 6-4. Andreeva is playing her first Grand Slam as a top-10 seed after capturing WTA 1000 series titles in Dubai and Indian Wells. "I'm just happy that I stayed calm during the match, and I'm happy that I overcame some little difficulties throughout the match," said the Russian. Third seed Jessica Pegula beat fellow American Ann Li 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) and will face former Wimbledon winner Marketa Vondrousova in the third round. Madison Keys, who won her maiden Grand Slam title at the Australian Open in January, saw off Katie Boulter 6-1, 6-3.
