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Daily Tribune
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Tribune
Djokovic Joins Nadal in Century Club
TDT | Manama Novak Djokovic's legacy at Roland Garros added another line of brilliance on Monday as the three-time champion powered past Britain's Cameron Norrie in straight sets — 6-2, 6-3, 6-2 — to record his 100th match victory at the French Open. In doing so, he joined Rafael Nadal as only the second man in history to reach a century of wins at the Paris Grand Slam. The milestone moment, achieved in typically clinical fashion, keeps Djokovic on course for an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam title and reaffirms his status as one of the sport's most enduring forces, even at 38. New Century in Paris Nadal's 112-match win record at Roland Garros stands as one of the most iconic in tennis, and Djokovic has long chased the Spaniard's shadow on the red clay. Monday's win marks a new personal benchmark: Roland Garros is now officially Djokovic's most successful Slam in terms of matches won, nudging ahead of his 99 wins at the Australian Open — where he has lifted the trophy 10 times. Speaking to the French crowd after the match, Djokovic said, 'It's a number which is very good and nice, but a 101st win is even better. It's not finished for me here. I feel very good and good to make history here.' If his form so far is any indicator, that 101st win could arrive sooner than later. Vintage Novak Djokovic hasn't dropped a set through four rounds in Paris — a 12-set sweep that's showcased his trademark intensity and meticulous point construction. Against Norrie, the world No. 1 recovered from an early exchange of breaks to completely dominate proceedings on Court Philippe Chatrier. While Norrie, ranked 33rd, tried to disrupt Djokovic's rhythm with aggressive left-handed strokes, the Serb responded with unwavering court coverage and relentless depth. A break to love early in the third set after a Norrie error all but sealed the Briton's fate. 'I feel good, I have a lot of expectations from my game,' Djokovic said. 'Every day I play better... everything is positive and solid at the moment.' The victory extends Djokovic's perfect record against Norrie to 6–0, following a similarly one-sided win en route to the Geneva title in May. Quarter-Final Bound With the win, Djokovic advances to his 17th French Open quarter-final — and remarkably, his 16th in a row — becoming the oldest man to do so at Roland Garros since Istvan Gulyas in 1971. Next up: a clash with Germany's Alexander Zverev, the tournament's third seed. The pair last met in the Australian Open semi-finals earlier this year, a match Djokovic was forced to retire from due to injury. He currently leads their head-to-head 8–5. Given Djokovic's form, fitness, and fire, the Parisian crowd can expect a marquee battle. Still Hungry Despite a year that has otherwise lacked the dominance typically associated with Djokovic — albeit one that still included a 100th ATP title — the Serb's form in Paris is peaking at the right time. His movement, shot selection, and mental sharpness appear undiminished, sending a message to the younger field that his era is far from over. With history in sight and Nadal watching from retirement, Djokovic's 2025 French Open campaign is building into something special — another chapter in a career already defined by records, resilience, and relentless ambition.
Dubai Eye
3 days ago
- Sport
- Dubai Eye
Djokovic beats Norrie to join Nadal in French Open century club
Three-times champion Novak Djokovic reached a century of wins at the French Open in a straight sets victory against Cameron Norrie on Monday and Jannik Sinner produced another masterclass to also blaze into the quarter-finals. Men's fifth seed Jack Draper bowed out though, as did women's third seed Jessica Pegula who was stunned by world France's world number 361 Lois Boisson. Serbian Djokovic, the sixth seed, looked serene in outclassing Britain's Norrie 6-2 6-3 6-2 to edge closer to a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. Djokovic became the second man to win 100 matches at the Paris Grand Slam after retired 14-times champion Rafael Nadal (112), to set up a last-eight clash against Alexander Zverev. "It's a number which is very good and nice, but a 101st win is even better," Djokovic, who won the Olympic gold medal last year in Paris to complete his trophy cabinet, told the appreciative crowd in fluent French. "It's not finished for me here the tournament and I feel very good and good to make history here. I hope there will be another win here in two days." His German opponent in the last eight spent even less time on the court, third seed Zverev punching his ticket when Dutchman Tallon Griekspoor r etired midway through the second set with an abdominal injury. Zverev has reached his seventh French Open quarter-final in the last eight years and is still looking to secure a maiden Grand Slam title. "From now on I have the toughest draw in the tournament," Zverev said. "I'm looking forward to the battles ahead, and I'm looking forward to playing the best in the world." Sublime Sinner World number one Sinner lit up the night session with a sublime display to beat Andrey Rublev 6-1 6-3 6-4 and stretch his winning streak in Grand Slam play to 18 matches. Italian Sinner, the U.S. and Australian Open champion, has won all 12 sets he has played this year on Parisian clay and looks in ominous form as he closes on a first French Open title. While Djokovic, Sinner and Zverev were all smiles, Britain's dark horse Draper was heading for home after succumbing to a mesmeric display by Kazakh Alexander Bublik, who a few months ago questioned his future having dropped down the pecking order. The 27-year-old, among the most naturally gifted players on tour who has admitted to lacking the commitment of other top professionals, seized his moment to drop shot his way past young gun Draper to reach his first Grand Slam quarter-final. Bublik, who had never got past the second round in Paris, hit a staggering 37 drop shots in his 5-7 6-3 6-2 6-4 win. "Standing here is the best moment of my life, period,", Bublik, in tears, told the crowd. "I'm standing here like I won the thing. I can't cry here, let me be in peace, I'm a professional tennis player, I've got one more match, I've got to get ready." Bublik's victory was the second upset of the day after unheralded Boisson shook up the women's draw with a shock 3-6 6-4 6-4 win over Pegula. Wild card Boisson outplayed the American favourite with the aid of a fierce forehand that had the Chatrier crowd on their feet. As if that was not enough for the home crowd, they also got to see the Champions League soccer trophy minutes later, after Paris St Germain's victory over Inter Milan on Saturday. PSG forward Ousmane Dembele carried it onto the court to ear-splitting cheers as his team became the second French outfit to lift the European Cup after Olympique de Marseille in 1993. Second seed Coco Gauff was in no mood for surprises, however, as she brushed aside Russian Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-0 7-5 to stay on course for her first title in Paris. Gauff, who got to the final in 2022 and semis last year, is the youngest American to reach at least the fourth round at seven straight Grand Slams since Venus Williams from 1997-1999. The Americans are guaranteed a semi-finalist with Gauff next facing Australian Open champion Madison Keys, who eased past Hailey Baptiste. Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva also booked a last-eight spot by overcoming Australian 17th seed Daria Kasatkina 6-3 7-5 to become the youngest player to reach back-to-back French Open quarter-finals in nearly three decades.
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First Post
3 days ago
- Sport
- First Post
World No.361 Boisson stuns third seed Pegula at French Open 2025; Djokovic hits century at Roland Garros
In one of the biggest shockers at French Open, wild card holder and World No.361 Lois Boisson outplayed the American favourite Jessica Pegula as the Chatrier crowd was on their feet. read more Lois Boisson of France celebrates winning her match against Jessica Pegula of the United States at Roland Garros Stadium. Image: Susan Mullane-Imagn Images/Reuters Three-times champion Novak Djokovic reached a century of wins at the French Open in a straight sets victory against Cameron Norrie on Monday and top seed Jannik Sinner produced another masterclass to also blaze into the quarter-finals. Men's fifth seed Jack Draper bowed out though, as did women's third seed Jessica Pegula who was stunned by world France's world number 361 Lois Boisson. Serbian Djokovic, the sixth seed, looked serene in outclassing Britain's Norrie 6-2 6-3 6-2 to edge closer to a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Djokovic became the second man to win 100 matches at the Paris Grand Slam after retired 14-times champion Rafael Nadal (112), to set up a last-eight clash against Alexander Zverev. 'It's a number which is very good and nice, but a 101st win is even better,' Djokovic, who won the Olympic gold medal last year in Paris to complete his trophy cabinet, told the appreciative crowd in fluent French. 'It's not finished for me here the tournament and I feel very good and good to make history here. I hope there will be another win here in two days.' His German opponent in the last eight spent even less time on the court, third seed Zverev punching his ticket when Dutchman Tallon Griekspoor retired midway through the second set with an abdominal injury. Zverev has reached his seventh French Open quarter-final in the last eight years and is still looking to secure a maiden Grand Slam title. 'From now on I have the toughest draw in the tournament,' Zverev said. 'I'm looking forward to the battles ahead, and I'm looking forward to playing the best in the world.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Sublime Sinner reaches quarters World number one Sinner lit up the night session with a sublime display to beat Andrey Rublev 6-1 6-3 6-4 and stretch his winning streak in Grand Slam play to 18 matches. Italian Sinner, the U.S. and Australian Open champion, has won all 12 sets he has played this year on Parisian clay and looks in ominous form as he closes on a first French Open title. While Djokovic, Sinner and Zverev were all smiles, Britain's dark horse Draper was heading for home after succumbing to a mesmeric display by Kazakh Alexander Bublik, who a few months ago questioned his future having dropped down the pecking order. The 27-year-old, among the most naturally gifted players on tour who has admitted to lacking the commitment of other top professionals, seized his moment to drop shot his way past young gun Draper to reach his first Grand Slam quarter-final. Bublik, who had never got past the second round in Paris, hit a staggering 37 drop shots in his 5-7 6-3 6-2 6-4 win. 'Standing here is the best moment of my life, period,', Bublik, in tears, told the crowd. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'I'm standing here like I won the thing. I can't cry here, let me be in peace, I'm a professional tennis player, I've got one more match, I've got to get ready.' Bublik's victory was the second upset of the day after unheralded Boisson shook up the women's draw with a shock 3-6 6-4 6-4 win over Pegula. World number 361 Boisson stuns Pegula Wild card Boisson outplayed the American favourite with the aid of a fierce forehand that had the Chatrier crowd on their feet. As if that was not enough for the home crowd, they also got to see the Champions League soccer trophy minutes later, after Paris St Germain's victory over Inter Milan on Saturday. PSG forward Ousmane Dembele carried it onto the court to ear-splitting cheers as his team became the second French outfit to lift the European Cup after Olympique de Marseille in 1993. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Second seed Coco Gauff was in no mood for surprises, however, as she brushed aside Russian Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-0 7-5 to stay on course for her first title in Paris. Gauff, who got to the final in 2022 and semis last year, is the youngest American to reach at least the fourth round at seven straight Grand Slams since Venus Williams from 1997-1999. The Americans are guaranteed a semi-finalist with Gauff next facing Australian Open champion Madison Keys, who eased past Hailey Baptiste. Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva also booked a last-eight spot by overcoming Australian 17th seed Daria Kasatkina 6-3 7-5 to become the youngest player to reach back-to-back French Open quarter-finals in nearly three decades.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Pullman Dubai Downtown introduces Roland-Garros Suite
Pullman Dubai Downtown, an Accor property in Dubai, UAE, has unveiled the first Roland-Garros Suite in the Middle East, offering guests a tennis experience. This initiative by ALL Accor's loyalty programme and booking platform allows visitors to experience the essence of the Paris Grand Slam in Dubai. Accor Middle East, Africa & Türkiye Premium, Midscale & Economy Division chief operating officer Paul Stevens said: 'Pullman Dubai Downtown is redefining what it means to 'stay in the game. 'Through our global partnership with Roland-Garros, we're proud to bring this iconic French sporting experience to the region. More than a themed stay, this collaboration celebrates culture and sport in the heart of Dubai, aligning with the UAE's vision to become a global hub for lifestyle, tourism, and innovation in hospitality.' The 93m2 suite at the Pullman property has been transformed to reflect the tennis tournament's tradition, available for a full year. The suite's design includes clay-court-textured walls, tennis-inspired artwork, and photography celebrating champions. It is equipped with a living room, dining area, pantry, and entertainment corner, and guests are greeted with branded towels, bathrobes, and a selection of themed treats. Pullman Dubai Downtown general manager Alexander Musch said: 'This suite is a first for the region. 'We've brought Roland-Garros to life through exclusive design, in-room experiences, and premium service. Whether you're a tennis lover, a design enthusiast, or a guest looking for something special, this is where Dubai meets Paris in the most dynamic way possible.' For those not staying in the suite but wishing to enjoy the Roland-Garros atmosphere, Pullman's Breadhouse Bistro & Bakery is screening the live tournament and offering a tailored menu. Pullman is a brand within Accor, which operates more than 5,600 properties in more than 110 countries. Earlier in 2025, Accor, Valor Hospitality Partners and Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD) jointly introduced a six-hotel cluster at Dubai Deira Waterfront. "Pullman Dubai Downtown introduces Roland-Garros Suite" was originally created and published by Hotel Management Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
ARN News Center
3 days ago
- Sport
- ARN News Center
Djokovic beats Norrie to join Nadal in French Open century club
Three-times champion Novak Djokovic reached a century of wins at the French Open in a straight sets victory against Cameron Norrie on Monday and Jannik Sinner produced another masterclass to also blaze into the quarter-finals. Men's fifth seed Jack Draper bowed out though, as did women's third seed Jessica Pegula who was stunned by world France's world number 361 Lois Boisson. Serbian Djokovic, the sixth seed, looked serene in outclassing Britain's Norrie 6-2 6-3 6-2 to edge closer to a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. Djokovic became the second man to win 100 matches at the Paris Grand Slam after retired 14-times champion Rafael Nadal (112), to set up a last-eight clash against Alexander Zverev. "It's a number which is very good and nice, but a 101st win is even better," Djokovic, who won the Olympic gold medal last year in Paris to complete his trophy cabinet, told the appreciative crowd in fluent French. "It's not finished for me here the tournament and I feel very good and good to make history here. I hope there will be another win here in two days." His German opponent in the last eight spent even less time on the court, third seed Zverev punching his ticket when Dutchman Tallon Griekspoor r etired midway through the second set with an abdominal injury. Zverev has reached his seventh French Open quarter-final in the last eight years and is still looking to secure a maiden Grand Slam title. "From now on I have the toughest draw in the tournament," Zverev said. "I'm looking forward to the battles ahead, and I'm looking forward to playing the best in the world." Sublime Sinner World number one Sinner lit up the night session with a sublime display to beat Andrey Rublev 6-1 6-3 6-4 and stretch his winning streak in Grand Slam play to 18 matches. Italian Sinner, the U.S. and Australian Open champion, has won all 12 sets he has played this year on Parisian clay and looks in ominous form as he closes on a first French Open title. While Djokovic, Sinner and Zverev were all smiles, Britain's dark horse Draper was heading for home after succumbing to a mesmeric display by Kazakh Alexander Bublik, who a few months ago questioned his future having dropped down the pecking order. The 27-year-old, among the most naturally gifted players on tour who has admitted to lacking the commitment of other top professionals, seized his moment to drop shot his way past young gun Draper to reach his first Grand Slam quarter-final. Bublik, who had never got past the second round in Paris, hit a staggering 37 drop shots in his 5-7 6-3 6-2 6-4 win. "Standing here is the best moment of my life, period,", Bublik, in tears, told the crowd. "I'm standing here like I won the thing. I can't cry here, let me be in peace, I'm a professional tennis player, I've got one more match, I've got to get ready." Bublik's victory was the second upset of the day after unheralded Boisson shook up the women's draw with a shock 3-6 6-4 6-4 win over Pegula. Wild card Boisson outplayed the American favourite with the aid of a fierce forehand that had the Chatrier crowd on their feet. As if that was not enough for the home crowd, they also got to see the Champions League soccer trophy minutes later, after Paris St Germain's victory over Inter Milan on Saturday. PSG forward Ousmane Dembele carried it onto the court to ear-splitting cheers as his team became the second French outfit to lift the European Cup after Olympique de Marseille in 1993. Second seed Coco Gauff was in no mood for surprises, however, as she brushed aside Russian Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-0 7-5 to stay on course for her first title in Paris. Gauff, who got to the final in 2022 and semis last year, is the youngest American to reach at least the fourth round at seven straight Grand Slams since Venus Williams from 1997-1999. The Americans are guaranteed a semi-finalist with Gauff next facing Australian Open champion Madison Keys, who eased past Hailey Baptiste. Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva also booked a last-eight spot by overcoming Australian 17th seed Daria Kasatkina 6-3 7-5 to become the youngest player to reach back-to-back French Open quarter-finals in nearly three decades.
