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Rafael Nadal reveals the two most important matches of his career – and one is surprising

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Rafael Nadal has revealed the two most important matches of his career and named one obvious choice, along with a more surprising selection.

The legendary Spaniard picked his epic 2008 Wimbledon final triumph over Roger Federer, as well as his painful defeat to Novak Djokovic in the gruelling 2012 Australian Open final.

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At the 2008 Wimbledon Championships, Nadal overcame his great rival, Federer, 6-4, 6-4, 6-7(5-7), 6-7(8-10), 9-7 in a thrilling final to claim his first title at the All England Club.

The contest is regarded by many as one of the greatest matches in tennis history and it saw Nadal win his fifth Grand Slam title and first outside the French Open.

In the final of the 2012 Australian Open, Nadal was edged out 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-7(5-7), 7-5 by his other biggest rival, Djokovic, in an amazing and brutal encounter.

At an incredible five hours and 53 minutes, the marathon final — which is also considered an all-time classic — is the longest match in Australian Open history and the longest major singles final ever.

During his wide-ranging interview with La Sexta’s El Objetivo, Nadal addressed which matches stood above the rest from his remarkable career.

“Roland Garros is undoubtedly the most important tournament of my career. Concerning the special matches, it’s true that I have never experienced a five-set final in Paris,” the 37-year-old said.

“So I would say the 2008 Wimbledon final won against Roger Federer and the 2012 Australian Open final lost against Novak Djokovic. I lost, but I took a step forward in my career that day.”

The 22-time Grand Slam champion made his long-awaited comeback at the Brisbane International last month, where he reached the quarter-finals. The Mallorcan withdrew from the 2024 Australian Open due to a hip muscle injury that emerged during his defeat to Jordan Thompson in Brisbane.

Prior to Brisbane, Nadal had not played a singles match for almost a year — since losing to Mackenzie McDonald in the second round of the 2023 Australian Open, where he sustained a hip injury. He underwent arthroscopic surgery to treat the psoas muscle in his hip in June 2023.

Nadal hoped to make his return from his latest setback at the ATP 250 tournament in Doha this week, but he was forced to withdraw.

“I would have loved to play in Doha, where the tournament team, as well as the amazing Qatar fans, have always supported me greatly,” said Nadal in a social media post.

“Unfortunately I am not ready to compete and I won’t be able to come to Doha where I really wanted to be and play again after that unforgettable win in 2014. I will focus on keep working to be ready for the exhibition in Las Vegas and the amazing Indian Wells tournament.”

The Spaniard is aiming to compete at the ATP Masters 1000 tournament in Indian Wells next month, which will run from March 6-17. Before that, Nadal will play his compatriot Carlos Alcaraz in the ‘Netflix Slam’ exhibition in Las Vegas on March 3.

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“Please Join Me”: Lindsey Vonn Calls for Support As Skiing Legend Takes Huge Step for Underserved Girls

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In an age where women are given equal rights and respect, there are still those burdened by the old ways. While they may not express themselves due to various reasons, it does not mean that they have lost their desire to chase their dreams. Alpine skiing athlete, Lindsey Vonn, who is considered the most decorated alpine skier in the United States, is an example of a woman who achieved her dream.

Lindsey often spoke out against sexism, body shaming, and unfair remuneration while active. However, she thought that was not enough, so she formed the Lindsey Vonn Foundation in 2010. Her Instagram threads post requested assistance.

Alpine skiing legend empowering disadvantaged girls on Giving Tuesday
She asked the world to give to disadvantaged girls in a thread post. Why publish this when her foundation is about it? The reason was the celebration of Giving Tuesday on November 28th. Globally, Giving Tuesday celebrates charity. She made a post on how the day motivates people to give and assist. “Please Join Me“ was the caption she used for her post.

Her non-profit organization has a great history of helping out many girls who needed help to prosper in the world. Some of the core programs that her organization offers are “The StrongGirls Scholarship,” “The StrongGirls Mentorship Program,” and “The StrongGirls Leadership Institute.” Through reaching out and helping more than 100,000 girls through its programming, her foundation has raised more than 1 million dollars in scholarships. Her foundation has received many awards, including the ESPN Sports Humanitarian of the Year award, among many others.

Lindsey Vonn’s empowerment journey
Athlete Lindsey Vonn has inspired many, both in alpine skiing and beyond. The reason for this is her unwavering drive and self-control have served as an inspiration to her mates, proving that anything is possible. Her hardships as an athlete were the driving force behind her desire to assist other women. Her instructors, for example, would tell her she needed to lose weight because she was “too muscular,” and she would also be the target of sexist remarks.

An inspiration to many, Lindsey Vonn is a legendary name in alpine skiing. She has fought for gender equality while having to overcome discrimination and body shaming. On Giving Tuesday, she exemplifies her commitment to elevating women internationally by urging assistance for neglected girls via her organization.

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Paige Spiranac looks stunning with 12 pounds less and showing her natural hair color.

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She shares her diet and exercise secrets

Paige Spiranac looks stunning with 12 pounds less and showing her natural hair color. The golfer and influencer, reigning supreme on social media in the elite sports world, hosted a Q&A session with her followers on her Instagram account.

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Upon noticing the change in her appearance, someone in the forum asked about her dietary regimen and exercise routine to maintain a figure like hers. Paige immediately felt flattered by the question and, with the freshness and naturalness that characterize her, not only shared that she has recently lost 12 pounds, but also revealed in a video how she has achieved it and how others can too.

Paige Spiranac flattered to inspire others
In a recent interview with The U.S. Sun at The SI Invitational, Spiranac expressed her delight in seeing others follow in her career footsteps, stating: “It’s unbelievably flattering that everyone sees the path that I have taken and have been really successful doing so, and they want to do the same thing.” She mentioned names like Bri Teresi, Grace Charis, Waiyi Chan, and Karin Hart who have also gained fame by posting similar content to hers.

Spiranac disclosed that her initial aim was to encourage more women to take up golf: “When I first began, I was pioneering without a clear path, so I had to navigate my own way through. My ultimate goal in all of this was to create a more inclusive golfing community and to see more women involved in the sport.” Her efforts have undeniably played a part in opening up more opportunities for women within the golfing industry.

Despite the rising success of fellow golfing influencers, Spiranac stressed that she doesn’t let competitiveness influence her mindset. She voiced her support for other women in the field, stating, “Although it can be competitive and one might strive to be at the top, I try not to adopt that mindset. I prioritize a healthier perspective, aiming to see more women participating in the sport. I truly appreciate their contributions.”

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Tiger Woods’ Son Charlie, 15, Aiming to Qualify for First-Ever PGA Tour Event

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Tiger Woods’ son Charlie is looking to play pro.

The 15-year-old will take part in a PGA Tour pre-qualifier Thursday in an attempt to play the Cognizant Classic in Florida from Feb. 29 to March 3, the PGA Tour stated on its website Wednesday.

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Charlie will play at Lost Lake Golf Club in Hobe Sound, Florida, which is one of four pre-qualifying sites for the Classic. A total of 25 players will then advance to a full qualifier on Monday, from which four will earn the right to tee off in the Cognizant Classic alongside pros including Rickie Fowler and current world No. 2 Rory McIlroy,

The son of the 82-time PGA Tour winner will be just 15 years and 21 days old if he’s successful, according to USA Today. This will top his father, 48, who played his first Tour event at the age of 16

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Charlie has previously competed with his dad in the two-player PNC Championship, which features teams comprised of a major champion and a family member. In 2021, Tiger and Charlie finished second in the event, reported ESPN.

In addition to Charlie, Tiger shares daughter Sam Alexis, 16, with his ex-wife Elin Nordegren. In December 2023, she also joined the duo at the PNC Championship when she served as her dad’s caddie for the first time at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club in Orlando, Florida.

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In a video jointly shared on the PGA Tour and PNC Championship’s Instagram pages, Sam stood next to her father and chatted with him as she cleaned one of his clubs.

“For the first time, Sam Woods is caddying for her father today ❤,” the post’s caption read.

“I just love being with them and seeing what they’re doing, what they’re capable of doing – the joys, just the shifts of interest,” the golf legend said of his children in 2011. “It’s just fun. We have a great time together.”

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TRAILBLAZER I’m flattered by copycats attempting to follow my career path, I want more women in golf, reveals Paige Spiranac

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Learn more about who’s been vying for Paige’s throne as the Golf Influencer Queen

PAIGE Spiranac has opened up on copycats looking to follow in her career path.

A former professional golfer, Spiranac, 30, has gone on to forge a hugely successful career as a social media influencer, model, and media personality.

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Speaking at The SI Invitational, Spiranac exclusively told The U.S. Sun that she loves seeing newcomers following her example.

“It’s unbelievably flattering that everyone sees the path that I have taken and have been really successful doing so, and they want to do the same thing,” she said.

The likes of Bri Teresi, Grace Charis, Waiyi Chan, and Karin Hart have all found fame online posting similar content to Spiranac in recent years.

For Maxim’s 2022 Sexiest Woman Alive, this marks the execution of one of her original ambitions – bringing more women into the sport.

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“When I first started doing this, I was the first one and there was no path, and so I just had to figure it out,” she recalled.

“My ultimate goal with all of this was to make golf more welcoming and to have more women in the game.”

But despite the growing success of her fellow golfing influencers, Spiranac has no desire to let competitiveness creep into her mindset.

“You can see in two ways,” she explained.

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“One is where it is competitive and you want to be at the top, but I try to not have that mindset and having healthier of, I want more women in the game.

“I love that they’re doing it.

And we’ve created so many jobs within the golf industry for women based off of what I’ve done and what I’ve accomplished.

“And so I see it as a positive.”

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Not only does Spiranac enjoy seeing others succeed, but she too is still loving the lifestyle.

“I never thought that posting on social media would ever lead me to this position and that people would find swing videos interesting,” she admitted.

“But the fact that I’ve been able to grow a business and also to grow the game of golf has been something that has been so important to me and really great to see and quite shocking actually.”

Spiranac has amassed 3.9 million followers on Instagram where she shares a mixture of golf content, glamorous lifestyle snaps, and often risque shots.

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She also has another 1.5 million TikTok followers and almost a further million on X, formerly known as Twitter.

This has led to numerous sponsorship deals, including BYLT Premium Basics, X-Golf, and LA Golf.

On YouTube, Spiranac’s 390,000 followers tune in to watch as she shares lifestyle updates and instructional videos.

Recently, she also collaborated on a few videos with professional golfer Bryson DeChambeau.

 

 

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TENNIS

Gauff eyes ‘right side of history’ after Time magazine recognition

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US Open champion Coco Gauff says she is committed to fighting for equality and justice and hopes she’ll ultimately be seen as “on the right side of history”, after being named as one of Time magazine’s women of the year on Wednesday.

Gauff has been outspoken from a young age, and grew up with activism engrained in her DNA, passed on from her grandmother Yvonee Lee Odom, who desegregated her high school in Delray Beach in the early 1960s.

As a 16-year-old, Gauff stood up in a Black Lives Matter rally and gave a speech and earlier this week in Dubai, the now 19-year-old told UAE’s The National newspaper she was advocating for peace in Gaza.

“I think it’s important for us as privileged civilians to do our research and just continuing to demand our leaders to make change and I will never not advocate for that,” said Gauff, who won her Dubai last-16 tie on Wednesday against Karolina Pliskova.

Gauff said she felt “honoured” to be named on Time’s list of Women of the Year and wants to follow in the footsteps of tennis legends like Billie Jean King, Althea Gibson, and Venus Williams, who have all fought for equality across different generations.

“I like to say I’m more than a tennis player. I feel like this sport is very popular in advocating for equality and justice. I feel comfortable doing that,” Gauff told reporters in Dubai.

The world number three said she wasn’t too concerned about any backlash she might face for speaking her mind, irrespective of the topic, adding: “My goal is to tell my grandkids that I was on the right side of history. That’s why I’m not too worried about that.”

– Gauff battles past Pliskova –

On the court, Gauff snapped Pliskova’s 11-match winning streak, claiming a hard-fought 2-6 6-4 6-3 win to reach a second consecutive Dubai quarter-final.

A champion in Cluj and semi-finalist in Doha, where she handed Iga Swiatek a walkover, Pliskova hadn’t lost a match since her Australian Open first-round exit last month, picking up 11 victories in 15 days across three countries.

 

Gauff, who won Auckland at the start of the year and made the semi-finals of the Australian Open, lost her opener in Doha last week and overcame a shaky start against Pliskova to reach her third quarter-final of the season.

With the help of eight double faults from Gauff’s racquet, Pliskova scooped the opening set in 30 minutes.

Gauff had an extended argument with the umpire Pierre Bacchi in the second set at 2-6, 4-2, deuce, complaining that he made a late call to incorrectly overrule her serve then refused to award her the point, despite Pliskova missing the return well before the late call was made.

Gauff repeatedly asked for the supervisor to come to the court but Bacchi wouldn’t relent. After failing to convince him, Gauff ended the five-minute discussion and held serve for a 5-2 advantage.

Pliskova saved four set points on the Gauff serve and broke for 4-5 but the American was unnerved and grabbed the next game to take the match into a decider.

A crucial break for Gauff in the eighth game of the final set was enough for the third seed to complete a tough win in one hour and 53 minutes and set up a quarter-final against Anna Kalinskaya.

“I don’t usually advocate that hard for things unless I’m 100 percent sure. I don’t want to get the reputation with the refs from US Open to here,” said Gauff, referring to an argument she had with the official during her US Open first-round match last summer.

When told she was right about Bacchi’s late call, Gauff said: “Okay, so I guess is he going to apologies? I’ll let you know.”

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Anthony Joshua fired chilling warning ahead of blockbuster Francis Ngannou showdown – ‘Ungodly power’

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Francis Ngannou’s coach has warned Anthony Joshua that a fight with the former UFC star ‘isn’t for the weak’ due to his ‘ungodly power’.

The two men are set to meet on March 8, with millions from all over the world primed to tune in.

Joshua goes into the fight on a high having beaten the likes of Otto Wallin, Robert Helenius and Jermaine Franklin Jr over the past year.

Yet Ngannou will be looking to continue his brilliant start to his boxing career, having pushed Tyson Fury all the way when they met back in October.

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Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou are set to lock horns in Saudi Arabia on March 8

And his coach, Dewey Cooper, has now sent a chilling warning to Joshua by saying he’ll be facing a man with ‘ungodly power’.

“As far as his punching power, no that was something that he naturally had,” he told The Sun when discussing Ngannou’s stunning rise to the top.

“He dug sand mines as a kid all the way up to his early 20s.

“Of course, his DNA, his Cameroonian heritage and that hard manual labour as a kid all the way up, I feel was the main attribute to that ungodly power.”

Ngannou’s punching power was once tested and found to be the equivalent to 96 horse power.

To put that into perspective, it means receiving a punch from the French-Cameroonian star is like being hit by a moving Ford Escort.

And Cooper has admitted coaching Ngannou isn’t for the ‘weak or meek’, revealing he himself has sustained injuries in training.

“I had to change my body shield three or four different times because he was killing me,” he continued.

“I was going home with injured ribs all the time but I finally got a really good body pad – and it still hurts even now.

 

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“But I’m just barley tough enough to take it. Remember, coaching Francis Ngannou isn’t for the weak or the meek.

“The saying, ‘It felt like he got hit by a bus’, I feel that every training session, I’m used to it now.

“It’s gigantic power, it’s enormous power and that’s gonna be on display March 8th and that’s for damn sure.”

Eyebrows were raised when the fight between Joshua and Ngannou was announced.

Joshua had previously aimed digs at Fury for choosing to fight the former UFC star.

And Johnny Nelson thinks AJ’s career could be ‘in tatters’ if he’s unable to come out on top out in the Middle East.

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Anthony Joshua has been warned about Francis Ngannou’s ‘ungodly power’ ahead of their seismic clash

“Common sense is risk-reward. For me, the risk way outweighs the reward,” he told Sky Sports News.

“If Joshua somehow loses to Ngannou, that is it – credibility is gone, career is in tatters, and it is a lot of rebuilding.

“How is he ever going to get his head around losing to Ngannou? The risk is far too high, why would you?

“You’ve got no excuse to lose to this guy. He’s had one professional boxing match.

“If you lose to him, all the Olympics, all the success, being two-time heavyweight champion, it is all gone, it has gone up in smoke because that is what you remember, you lost to a guy who had one previous fight before you.

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Anthony Joshua has been told he’s risking his entire career with his fight against Francis Ngannou

“The risk far outweighs the reward. To me, common sense, I wouldn’t do it.

“Business-wise, I wouldn’t do it, but Ngannou has got himself into a position where you cannot ignore him.”

He continued: “Joshua, he needs to get these wins, the pride he has.

“To possibly lose to Ngannou, how would he be able to lift himself mentally, never mind how the press will crucify him?

“So, he understands what he has got to do – and I suppose we all do.”

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Lindsey Vonn Left in Awe by Sabrina Ionescu’s ‘Bada’ 3 Point Shootout

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Alpine skiing legend, Lindsey Vonn is an irresistible force. From earning the top accomplishment in the ski racing world to becoming a successful woman and worldwide inspiration for women, she has nailed it all. One of the greatest Olympic ski racers, Vonn never shies away from encouraging other athletes.

Following Stephen Curry’s ecstatic victory against Sabrina Ionescu in the NBA vs. WNBA three-point challenge, the 39-year-old Lindsey Vonn applauded the young all-time shooters for their impressive performances at the All-Star Saturday night match.

Lindsey Vonn celebrates Sabrina Ionescu’s performance
Taking to her official X handle, Lindsey Vonn praised the young emerging US basketball player, Sabrina Ionescu, as she tried hard to achieve victory against the best shooter in the world, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry. However, New York Liberty guard Sabrina had to face the loss by 3 points in the match. The post caption reads as “Such. A. Badass!! Way to go Sabrina!! Only lost by 3 points to one of the most prolific 3 point shooters in the game. 💪🏻”.

In his first-ever NBA vs. WNBA three-point shooting competition, Stephen Curry defeated Sabrina by making nine of his last ten attempts. Warriors sharpshooter Stephen Curry finished the match by scoring the highest points 29. Ionescu also played brilliantly, making her first seven attempts, and scoring 26 points.

After the match, Ionescu has been getting inspiration for executing her master skills from across the globe. Vonn also came forth to cheer the emerging NBA player talent.

Lindsey Vonn’s 82 World Cup victories have revolutionized women’s sports in America. Her memoir, “Rise: My Story,” highlights her journey, triumphs and challenges. Vonn’s ‘StrongGirls’ Camp inspires young girls, and is helping to shape a new era of female athletes and empowerment in sports culture.

Ionescu’s powerful message captivates Vonn
And this time, Sabrina Ionescu left the alpine skier in awe with her magnificent performance in the NBA vs. WNBA three-point challenge. Lindsey Vonn also shared the heartwarming message by Sabrina Ionescu on her IG story, captioning the post as “Hats off to @stephencurry30 and @serbina_i”

The shared picture reads the message as “All young girls that are watching, being able to watch this and see that one day too they can come out here and shoot against their idol, shoot against the best shooter in the world. And nothing is going to stop them.” Sabrina Ionescu remarked this ahead of her 3-PT contest against Stephen Curry via NBA on TNT.

Besides that, Vonn also expressed her love for these messages and penned, “Honestly, one of the coolest things, I have seen in a long time. Love the message this sends,” with the flexed biceps emoji which shows great strength.

With admiration for Ionescu’s determination, Vonn is enthusiastically celebrating the dynamics of sports.

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Lindsey Vonn Joins Dwayne Johnson’s Venture Offering Sneak Peek Into Her ‘New Goals’

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Lindsey Vonn, a retired alpine ski racer, may have ended her former competitive skiing career, but she still looks forward to making her mark in the fitness industry. Continuing to inspire young athletes, the longtime Under Armour female athlete aims to combine her passion for physical fitness with her elegance.

From the slopes to the gym, her journey has been topsy-turvy. However, not losing any hopes, Vonn made a transiting career from a famous skier to being the face of a women’s collection of a reputed brand associated with the very popular, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson. In a recent post, she has addressed the need for always pushing to achieve new goals in life.

Lindsey Vonn – Dwayne Johnson’s Project ambassador
The legendary American World Cup alpine ski racer, belonging to the US Ski Team, aims to keep her focus in the gym. Being a former downhill skier, she highlighted flexible fits and supportive tech as part of Dwayne Johnson’s venture, the Project Rock Team. Herself, being an Under Armour athlete, her vision to collaborate and promote engineered sportswear and miscellaneous fitness strategies is looked upon. She wrote in the post: “Always pushing to reach new goals… no matter what I’m looking to achieve I know I’m locked in with the supportive tech and flexible fit of my new PR6’s”

Dwayne Johnson, most popularly known as ‘The Rock’, had aligned with the Under Armour venture to stimulate physical fitness in gym enthusiasts. He welcomed the 4x World Cup Ski Champion, Lindsey Vonn, as the global ambassador of Under Armour’s Project Rock team last year. The GOAT of skiing has previously spoken highly about Dwayne Johnson in a video accompanying the campaign news, “What I find so inspiring about Dwayne is that he always gives 110 percent in all that he does. He stands for 110 percent authenticity and 110 percent effort. That’s always what I try to do when I’m in the gym and when I’m out of the gym.”

The only American woman to clinch downhill and earn gold at the Olympics, Lindsey Vonn’s story composed of her extreme highs and lows. It is worth a read for all the endeavoring athletes.

The G.O.A.T of skiing shared her Olympian story
Unfurling her Olympic triumphs, Lindsey Vonn disclosed her deep-rooted feelings in a YouTube podcast. She remarked, “It was always my dream, right, you know when you have a dream to be professional, my dream is to be an Olympian. I didn’t think I was going to be anything other than an Olympian. And then once I made it to the Olympics when I was 17, then it’s, you know, like, okay, what’s the next goal?” It seems that the never-say-die attitude seemed to fuel her at all times. However, God had some other plans for the ever-enthusiastic, Lindsey Vonn.

With 82 wins overall, Lindsey Vonn announced her retirement in 2019 from competitive skiing following her brutal crash and injuries. She has made a point to come back with an ever-lasting zeal as he takes the slopes and also fights for her new goals.

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‘Nole Is Nole’ – Novak Djokovic Threat Doesn’t Wash Off Jannik Sinner’s Mind Despite Recent Triumphs

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Italian tennis prodigy Jannik Sinner revealed his biggest impression about Novak Djokovic. Sinner had faced off against Djokovic many times on the court. Sometimes he truly bagged his victory against the Serbian tennis legend much like the Davis Cup 2023 or the Australian Open 2024. At times, the world’s number-one tennis star also took over Sinner like the Nitto ATP finals last year.

Among many of the famous competitors, Novak Djokovic always received an exclusive position in Jannik Sinner’s life. Now this Italian tennis star revealed Djokovic as one of the indomitable opponents in professional tennis. Want to know Jannik Sinner’s exact words?

Italy’s Jannik Sinner spoke about his tennis rivalries amid keeping Djokovic in an exclusive position

In a recent interview, Jannik Sinner was asked about his true opponents. In his response, Sinner spoke about many players but Djokovic still held a high ground in the list. Sinner commented- “Zverev and Medvedev are playing very well. Carlos ( Alcaraz , ed.) has already won two Slams and is two years younger than me. And then there’s Nole ( Đokovic , ed.). Nole is Nole.”

Sinner’s comment expressed that despite his on-court rivalry with Alcaraz, he finds Djokovic a tough competitor. So much so, Sinner’s statement didn’t find any replacement for Novak Djokovic on the court.

Amid such intense admiration for Djokovic, Sinner previously revealed his liking for the Serbian tennis god in an interview after the Australian Open 2024. Sinner said- “This story is true and I had the chance already when I was younger, 17, 16 to practice with him in Monaco. And I think already there the process of trying to learn from the best players in the world started. Then, obviously, the match is different, he told me after the match try to move the ball a little bit more, not being a little bit predictable,”

This means despite finding Djokovic a hard competition on the court, Sinner still looks forward to learning from the Serbian tennis maestro.

After defeating Djokovic in Davis Cup 2023, Sinner expressed his pride in his tennis skills
While Sinner admitted Djokovic was one of the fearful tennis rivalries, the former expressed his joy in defeating the world’s number-one last year in Davis Cup.

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Sinner commented- “Obviously before the match we were talking that it was a really important test today, you know, trying to understand what to expect before the match. Then I think we made a good tactical moment also before the match, and then obviously playing it is a little bit different but I think I have to be really proud about how I handle the situation,”

Jannik Sinner’s comment about Novak Djokovic expressed the Italian tennis prodigy’s true admiration for the Serbian tennis stalwart. It also showed that Novak Djokovic will always be indomitable on the tennis court, even for his biggest rival at the moment, Jannik Sinner.

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