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World number one Djokovic tests positive for coronavirus after organising Adria Tour

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World number one Novak Djokovic has become the fourth tennis player to test positive for coronavirus

Djokovic, who had faced a significant backlash for hosting the series of events, revealed he and his

the third player to test positive for COVID-19 after competing in the charity tennis event hosted by Djokovic

reportedly returning a positive coronavirus test.The final of the event in the Croatian city between Djokovic

player to test positive for coronavirus ©Getty ImagesFellow Briton Dan Evans, world number 28, said Djokovic

City in August is set to be held without fans in response to the pandemic, with measures in place that Djokovic


Dimitrov and Ćorić test positive for COVID-19 after playing in events hosted by Djokovic

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Croatia have tested positive for COVID-19 during a series of tennis events hosted by world number one Novak

Djokovic.

did not have any symptoms and was "feeling well".The final of the event in the Croatian city between Djokovic

the Belgrade leg of the Adria Tour last weekend, was pictured on social media playing basketball with Djokovic

and Marin Čilić three days ago.Following the opening event in the Serbian capital, players including Djokovic

players who had come into contact with Dimitrov would be tested.The series of events was set up by Djokovic




French Open pushed backed by a week as ATP and WTA Tours set return dates

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The French Open will start a week later than it was first rescheduled to following the announcement of return-to-play schedules for both the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) Tours.

and with anti-coronavirus measures in place, although top players including men's world number one Novak

Djokovic and women's world number one Ashleigh Barty have suggested they could opt to skip the Grand


USTA pressing ahead with plans to begin US Open on August 31

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The United States Tennis Association (USTA) is set to press ahead with plans to host the US Open as first scheduled.

behind closed doors, have received a mixed response from players.Serbian star and world number one Novak

Djokovic has been among the most vocal in criticising the plan, with the three-time US Open champion

tournaments are currently on hold, but several tournaments have been staged in Europe in recent weeks, with Djokovic


All England Lawn Tennis Club to run social media campaign to replace cancelled Wimbledon

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The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) has announced a new campaign showcasing Wimbledon's greatest matches after the 2020 edition was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Andrew Cotter and include Romania's Simona Halep's walk on to Centre Court, as well as action from Novak

Djokovic and Serena Williams.It also challenges viewers to recreate their own versions of their favourite


Decision on US Open expected on Monday amid player criticism

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The fate of this year’s US Open is expected to be determined on Monday (June 15) as the United States’ Tennis Association’s (USTA) current plans continue to face criticism from several of the sport’s star names.

each.Qualification would also be removed, while doubles fields would be reduced in size.Serbian star Novak

Djokovic has been among the most vocal in criticising the plan, with the three-time US Open champion

the low number of coronavirus cases in Serbia and that Government restrictions have been eased.Novak Djokovic


Pakistan's Qureshi sells tennis memorabilia to raise COVID-19 relief funds

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Pakistani tennis player Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi has raised more than PKR6 million (£29,000/$37,000/€32,500) at an auction for COVID-19-related causes, selling sports memorabilia.

said that the remaining memorabilia, which includes shirts from Federer and men's world number one Novak

Djokovic, will be auctioned in the near future, as reported by The Nation.A racquet belonging to former


Djokovic criticises "extreme" US Open COVID-19 safety measures

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World number one Novak Djokovic has labelled COVID-19 safety measures set to be implemented if this year's

The comments from Djokovic in an interview with Prva TV in his native Serbia came after Ashleigh

season, mostly about the US Open due in late August, but it is not known whether it will be held," Djokovic


Plíšková to headline Prague tennis event as Berlin tournament targets Federer

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Karolína Plíšková is to headline an exhibition tournament in Prague this week as new tennis events continue to appear amid the coronavirus pandemic.

to 15 and July 17 to 19, with Elina Svitolina headlining the women's contest.Men's world number one Novak

Djokovic has also organised the new Adria Tour, hoped to be held in the Balkans in June.


Djokovic hopeful new Adria Tour will take place next month

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Tennis world number one Novak Djokovic announced a new eight-man tournament in the Balkans from June

 Djokovic and Bosnian Damir Džumhur will then wrap up the series with an exhibition match in Sarajevo

play and support humanitarian projects across th… https://t.co/8eQsx7CkMu pic.twitter.com/QDVXa4FbqV— Novak

Djokovic (@DjokerNole) May 22, 2020The proceeds are set to go towards humanitarian projects throughout

the Balkans, which includes the Novak Djokovic Foundation’s early childhood development and education

 Djokovic previously caused controversy after saying he was unsure if he will continue to play tennis


Nancy Gillen: Sport must have athletes on board for a successful restart

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Having been at a standstill for so many weeks, sport is starting to make a slow return.

suggested they are not willing to compete until a vaccine is available, while Serbian tennis legend Novak

Djokovic conversely suggested he would not be willing to have such a vaccination.Novak Djokovic raised


Bencic still planning to play with Federer at Tokyo 2020 despite postponement

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Swiss tennis player Belinda Bencic is hopeful she will still play in the Olympic mixed doubles event at Tokyo 2020 with Roger Federer, despite the postponement of the Games until 2021. 

suggested tennis should not resume until a vaccination has been found, but current men's world number one Novak

Djokovic has admitted his opposition to a mandatory vaccination.


Tennis bodies set to financially support players affected by coronavirus pandemic

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The International Tennis Federation (ITF) has revealed talks are in progress about a Player Relief Programme for those financially struggling because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

ATP's "big three" in men's tennis, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, had suggested that

doubles rankings should contribute towards a fund.Their request would ask the top five - Federer, Nadal, Djokovic