Djokovic cruises past Karatsev into ninth AO final
Eight-time defending champion muscles past Russian qualifier with minimal fuss, taking less than two hours to advance to another Melbourne Park decider.
18 February 2021
Age
37 years
Born
Belgrade, Serbia
Height
188cm (6 ft 2 in)
Weight
77kg (170 lbs)
Profile data courtesy ATP/WTA. Updated 22/11/2024
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Player & Career Overview
Career Wins 84%Turned Pro2003Playing HandRight-handedPrize Money$185,065,269 USDSingles Titles99Events EnteredSingles Win-Loss1124-222 -
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Men’s SF preview: Novak Djokovic v Aslan Karatsev
The most successful player ever in Melbourne versus a qualifier in their first main draw? On paper, this is a monumental mismatch – on the court, form suggests Thursday night will paint a different picture.
17 February 2021
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Djokovic digs deep to deny Zverev
Eight-time AO champion battles his ailing body and an inspired opponent to advance to a ninth final-four appearance in Melbourne, where he’ll meet Russian qualifier Aslan Karatsev.
17 February 2021
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Djokovic defying pain for Grand Slam gain
World No.1 Novak Djokovic is just three matches away from clinching an unprecedented ninth Australian Open title.
16 February 2021
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Quarterfinal preview: What to watch on Day 9
Osaka wary of Hsieh, Serena seeks revenge for Halep's Wimbledon thrashing and can Aslan tame another lion?
15 February 2021
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Double dozen for Djokovic sets up Zverev clash
Novak Djokovic beats Milos Raonic for the 12th time in 12 meetings to make a 12th Melbourne quarterfinal, where he’ll face German sixth seed Alexander Zverev.
15 February 2021
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Five matches to watch on Day 7 of AO 2021
Juicy clash sees Muguruza take on Osaka, Thiem backs up against Bulgarian and power hitter from Belarus set to give Serena a challenge.
13 February 2021
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Defiant Djokovic pulls through in five
The champion Serb was made to work hard for this fourth-round spot, but eventually got the job done on Rod Laver Arena
13 February 2021
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Five matches to watch on Day 5 of AO 2021
Box office drama of the Nick Kyrgios-style beckons for Thiem, while two Canadians pair off for a tasty match-up.
11 February 2021
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Novak sweats his way past tough Tiafoe
Superstar Serb made to work hard before triumphing in four sets over Frances Tiafoe.
10 February 2021
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Five matches to watch on Day 3 of AO 2021
Veterans clash in the women's draw, Novak faces tricky American and Osaka takes on French comeback hopeful.
9 February 2021
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Champions prove they're already in the groove
Whether it was warm-up matches or practice sessions, everything has been condensed this year due to the worldwide pandemic, but this is where champion instincts kick in.
9 February 2021
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Dynamic Djokovic swats Chardy aside
World No.1 and defending Australian Open champion extends his record over French veteran to a perfect 14-0 in dominant Monday night display at Rod Laver Arena.
8 February 2021
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Australian Open 2021 is ready to roll
Australian Open 2021 is now here, and there are an abundance of storylines to keep an eye on over the next fortnight.
8 February 2021
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ATP Cup: Zverev, Struff march into showdown with Russia
Scratch pairing get the better of Djokovic and Cacic to book a place in Saturday's semifinal against Russia.
5 February 2021
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