SPORTS RADIO ESPN 1420 » novak djokovic

Novak Djokovic Defeats Andy Murray, Wins Third Straight Australian Open

Steve Peloquin — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 16:22:52 +0000

Novak Djokovic defeated Andy Murray in four sets, 6-7 (2), 7-6 (3), 6-3, 6-2 in Sunday's Australian Open final, becoming the only man in the Open era to win three-consecutive tournament titles.

Read More|Comment

Andy Murray Ends Great Britain's Drought, Defeats Novak Djokovic to Win US Open

Tom Barrabi — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 06:05:58 +0000

At long last, Great Britain’s Grand Slam drought has come to an end.

Read More|Comment

Andy Murray Defeats Novak Djokovic To Claim First Slam

Scott Prather — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 02:22:22 +0000

Andy Murray defeated Novak Djokovic in an absolutely thrilling five-setter at the U.S. Open Final. The victory marks the first Grand Slam of Murray's career. Djokovic made it tough on Murray, forcing...

Read More|Comment

Federer Upsets Djokovic, To Face Murray In Epic Wimbledon Final

Scott Prather — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 19:59:14 +0000

For anyone that fills out a Wimbledon bracket (and nobody does), chances are you don't pencil in this Final. Roger Federer upset Novak Djokovic today, while Englishmen Andy Murray defeated Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to become the first British man in a Wimbledon singles final in 74 years. Both men won their...

Read More|Comment

Nadal Defeats Novak For Record 7th French Open Title

Scott Prather — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 14:03:42 +0000

It took an extra day, but Tennis superstar Rafael Nadal claimed his record 7th French Open title Monday morning, ending #1 ranked Novak Djokovic's grand slam streak in the process. It wasn't easy, but the Spaniard outsted Djokovic in 4 sets. With the victory...

Read More|Comment

Men's French Open Final Suspended Until Monday

Jay Walker — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 20:09:02 +0000

Nadal leading two sets to one; match suspended by rain and darkness

Read More|Comment

What Athletes Have Been Most Influential?

Scott Prather — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 23:36:26 +0000

TIME magazine released it's yearly list of the top 100 most influential people in the world. In no particular order, six athletes made the cut. Only two of those athletes are American, and neither guy has made an All-Star game in their respective sport. However, their influence is unchallenged, as the two athletes are...

Read More|Comment

Crazed Woman Steals Novac Djokovic's Shirt From Young Fan [VIDEO]

Nick Romano — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:15:19 +0000

One reason why tennis player Novac Djokovic has so many fans is because he loves to take off his shirt. This simple act excites even the most casual of sports enthusiasts, which probably explains why one woman stole Djokovic’s t-shirt after he tossed it to a younger fan. Oh snap!

Read More|Comment

Djokovic Outlasts Nadal In Epic Grand Slam Final

Scott Prather — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 01:16:08 +0000

In the longest match in Australian Open history, Novak Djokovic outlasted Rafael Nadal 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-7 (5), 7-5 to take home the Australian Open championship. In a 5 hour, 53-minute endurance contest, Djokovic proved once again why he's the best tennis player on the planet.

Read More|Comment

Djokovic Outlasts Murray In 5 Sets To Advace To Final

Scott Prather — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:20:47 +0000

Novak Djokovic will attempt to take home his second straight Australian Open final when he competes against Rafael Nadal on Sunday. However, his path to the final was anything but easy. Early this morning, Novak overcame some breathing issues to hold off Andy Murray 6-3, 3-6, 6-7 (4), 6-1, 7-5 in a match that lasted just under 5 hours.

Read More|Comment

Nadal Outlasts Federer, Advances To Final

Scott Prather — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:33:45 +0000

Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer have competed in many memorable matches over the years. This morning at the Austrailian Open, they went head to head once again. In the end, Nadal outlasted Federer 6-7 (5), 6-2, 7-6 (5), 6-4 to advance to the final.

Read More|Comment

Top 50 Athletes Of 2011

Scott Prather — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 17:35:28 +0000

2011 has been an awesome year in sports. It's been an even better year for some of sports' best athletes. How does the top 50 of 2011 measure up?

Read More|Comment

Novak Djokovic Wins U.S. Open

Scott Prather — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 05:12:37 +0000

Tennis superstar Novak Djokovic has had one hell of a run this year, composing a 2011 record of 64-2, with 10 tournament titles. Monday evening in New York, he defeated Rafael Nadal to win his first ever U.S. Open title. The win marks Djokovic's 4th career grand slam title, and 3rd this year.

Read More|Comment

Novak Djokovic Wins Wimbledon Title

Steve Peloquin — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 15:57:29 +0000

Novak Djokovic won his second major of the year, and first Wimbledon Championship, defeating Rafael Nadal, in the Gentlemen's final, on Sunday.

Read More|Comment

Nadal and Djokovic Win, Will Play In Final

Scott Prather — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:52:05 +0000

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic both won their semifinal matches at Wimbledon in 4 sets. Much to the dismay of the local British fans, Nadal eliminated Andy Murray 5-7, 6-2, 6-2, 6-4. Djokovic, who replaced Nadal as the No. 1 ranked player with his win today, defeated Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 7-6 (4), 6-2, 6-7 (9), 6-3. Djokovic will meet Nadal in the Wimbledon final on Sunday.

Read More|Comment

Federer Ends Djokovic's Streak, Will Play Nadal In Final

Scott Prather — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 21:06:17 +0000

Novak Djokovic's 43 game winning streak came to an end today as Roger Federer defeated him in an intense four-set effort at the French Open semi-final. Federer will face off against Rafael Nadal in the final on Sunday.

Read More|Comment

Federer Makes History

Scott Prather — Mon, 30 May 2011 12:33:48 +0000

Roger Federer has made tennis history more than once during his illustrious career. Yesterday at the French Open, he set yet another Grand Slam record.

Read More|Comment

Djokovic's Streak At 42

Scott Prather — Sat, 28 May 2011 23:26:02 +0000

Novak Djokovic extended his winning streak to 42 this morning with a 4 set victory over Juan Martin Del Potro. Djokovic's 2011 record is 40-0 as he advanced into the next round of the French Open. His 42 match streak is the third best of the Open Era.

Read More|Comment

Novak Djokovic Can't Be Beat

Scott Prather — Mon, 16 May 2011 15:17:53 +0000

Tennis star Novak Djokovic defeated Rafael Nadal yesterday in straight sets at the Italian Open final. With the victory, Djokovic won his 39th consecutive match. He is 37-0 this year, only 5 shy of tying John McEnroe's 42-0 start in 1984.

Read More|Comment

Novak Djokovic Keeps Winning

Scott Prather — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 06:36:54 +0000

Tennis star Novak Djokovic is ranked second in the world. However, the strong willed Serbain has beaten number one ranked Rafael Nadal two times in as many weeks. Yesterday, Djokovic ousted Nadal in a dramatic final at the Sony Ericsson Tournament final, winning 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (4). He has won 26 matches in a row, and remains unbeaten in 2011.

Read More|Comment