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Novak Djokovic clamps Carlos Alcaraz for lacking 'respect' as rival calls out rival's Wimbledon 'big lie'
The pair returned to SW19 for media duties before the 2025 edition and couldn't resist some mischief Mischievous Novak Djokovic isn't buying rival Carlos Alcaraz's fawning claims of respect after being mercilessly put to the sword in consecutive Wimbledon Finals. The pair returned to SW19 for media duties before the 2025 edition and the amiable Spaniard was effusive in his praise of the man he has defeated in back-to-back centre court Finals at Wimbledon. And the 22-year-old - already a five-time major winner - reckons the most decorated man of the Open era was also exaggerating his feelings about their recent meetings. Reigning and defending champion Alcaraz said: "He said he was privileged to play this year because of me, because I was defending champion but that was a big lie. "I'm privileged to play with a seven-time champion here, it's crazy what he has done. Not only on grass but it's a privilege.' But Djokovic couldn't resist a chance to lob one back across the court. The 38-year-old teased: I'm looking for a little bit more respect from him. He's talking about respect but the last two years he didn't give me the respect on this court.' You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Celtic page, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season.
Gulf Today
10-06-2025
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Epic Tennis
Congratulations to Carlos Alcaraz for his remarkable bounce back, from two sets to nil down to take the next three sets to win the French Open against the world number One, Jannak Sinner. It was an epic encounter which went for nearly six hours, which I feel may be a World Record in Tennis history. I remember the epic Wimbledon Finals match of 2008 between the then World No.1 Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, which too went for nearly five hours, before Nadal prevailed over Federer to lift his maiden Wimbledon title. Though Nadal had taken the first two sets, Federer bounced back to win the next two to level two all. But the young and energetic Nadal prevailed over Federer during the deciding set and lifted the trophy. These matches were real treat to the Tennis fans all over the World. Vinay Mahadevan Al Nahada, Dubai
