Tennis

ATP ranking Novak Djokovic world number one for a record 390th week

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2 years ago

September 11, 2023

Nancy

ATP ranking Novak Djokovic world number one for a record 390th week

(Paris) The day after his victory at the United States Open, which gave him a record 24 Grand Slam titles, Novak Djokovic set another record by returning to the top of the ATP rankings on Monday, which he holds for 390^e week of his career.

The most spectacular progression of top 50 is the work of surprising Flushing Meadows semi-finalist Ben Shelton. The 20-year-old American, eliminated by Djokovic, enters the top 20 jumping from the 47^e at 19^e place, a gain of 28 positions.

The 36-year-old Serbian therefore takes the number one place from the Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz, the other semi-finalist from New York, defeated by the Russian Daniil Medvedev. “Djoko” will thus pass his 390^e week – the equivalent of seven and a half years – at the top of the world hierarchy, thus improving his own record.

Alcaraz is second, and Medvedev – beaten 6-3, 7-6 (7/5), 6-3 in the final – consolidates his third place in the ranking, increasing his lead over his pursuer, the Dane Holger Rune.

Behind the leading quartet, the United States Open upset a few positions at the top of the rankings: the Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas gained two places and now occupies fifth position ahead of the Russian Andrey Rublev (also +2 places).

The Italian Jannik Sinner, however, falls back to 7^e rank (-1), and the Norwegian Casper Ruud falls from 5^e at 9^e rank.

The German Alexander Zverev, who was 12^ere-enters the top 10 in 10^e position, from which he ejects the American Frances Tiafoe, who falls back a notch.

Swiss hopeful Dominic Stricker, 21, made the biggest progress in the top 100. He achieved the best ranking of his career at 90^e rank, with a gain of 38 places.

Ranking

Novak Djokovic (SRB) 11,795 points (+1)
Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) 8535 (-1)
Daniil Medvedev (RUS) 7280
Holger Rune (DAN) 4710
Stefanos Tsitsipas (GRE) 4615 (+2)
Andrey Rublev (RUS) 4515 (+2)
Jannik Sinner (ITA) 4465 (-1)
Taylor Fritz (USA) 3955 (+1)
Casper Ruud (NOR) 3560 (-4)
Alexander Zverev (GER) 3030 (+2)
Frances Tiafoe (USA) 2690 (-1)
Alex de Minaur (AUS) 2685 (+1)
Tommy Paul (USA) 2660 (+1)
Felix Auger-Aliassime (CAN) 2340 (+1)
Karen Khachanov (RUS) 2135 (-4)
Hubert Hurkacz (POL) 2035 (+1)
Cameron Norrie (GBR) 1985 (-1)
Lorenzo Musetti (ITA) 1925
Ben Shelton (USA) 1735 (+28)
Grigor Dimitrov (BUL) 1735 (-1)

Source: lapresse

Nancy

I am a sports journalist who has worked in print and online. I have authored articles for a sports website and have covered sports news for over 6 years.

Tennis

Svitolina described her successful start at the Australian Open in one word

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22 minutes ago

January 18, 2026

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Svitolina described her successful start at the Australian Open in one word

Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina (WTA 12) made a successful start to the Australian Open 2026 by beating the Spanish representative Kristina Buksha (WTA 51).

After the match, Elina published a message on her Instagram page describing her victory in one word: “Beautiful 🔥”, she wrote, and added a few photos from the match to the post.

In the next round of the competition, Svitolina will play the winner of the double between Linda Klimovicheva (WTA 134) and Francesca Jones (WTA 69).

Earlier, Elina talked about Gael Monfils’ important role in her success earlier this season, talking about her victory over Kristina Buksha.

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Source: Sport UA

Nancy

I am a sports journalist who has worked in print and online. I have authored articles for a sports website and have covered sports news for over 6 years.

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World number one Sabalenka reached the second round of the Australian Open

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1 hour ago

January 18, 2026

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World number one Sabalenka reached the second round of the Australian Open

Arina Sabalenko / Photo: © Robert Prange / Contributor / Getty Images Sport / Gettyimages.ru

The first racket of the world, Belarusian Arina Sabalenka, reached the second round of the Australian Open in Melbourne.

At the start of the tournament, Sabalenka defeated the Frenchwoman Tiantsoa Rakotomanga-Rajaona with a score of 6:4, 6:1. The meeting lasted 1 hour and 16 minutes.

In the next round, Sabalenka will play against the winner of the match Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (Russia) – Bai Zhuoxuan (China, Q).

Grand Slam Tournament. Australian Open. Melbourne (Australia). Hard. Total prize fund: about $75 million

Women. First round

Arina Sabalenka (Belarus, 1) – Tiansoa Rakotomanga-Rajaona (France, WC) – 6:4, 6:1

Source: Sportbox

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SVITOLINA: “There are ups and downs, but the main thing is to enjoy the moment”

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3 hours ago

January 18, 2026

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SVITOLINA: “There are ups and downs, but the main thing is to enjoy the moment”

Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina He shared his feelings after winning the first round match at the Australian Open, where he defeated the Spanish representative. Kristina Bukshaqualified for the second round of the tournament.

– Elina, you started the season very brightly. You won the title in Auckland and now you’re through to the second round of the Australian Open. What did you do in the off-season to be playing tennis this well right now?

– I trained with my husband (laughs). In fact, we had an off-season and quality pre-season preparation process. It’s always nice to get a win and of course the tournament in Auckland was very special for us. So yeah, I’m really happy. I’m also enjoying the warm weather here and looking forward to the next matches.

– You mentioned your husband. He was here today and we know he has given you incredible support throughout your career. What does it mean to you to have him by your side and how beneficial is it to share this experience with someone who understands everything?

– We really support each other in every tournament. It is very valuable for us to have someone next to you who truly understands you and supports you every step of the way.

This year will be special for him with many different emotions and I think it will be very interesting. And for me, it’s important to be close to him and rejoice that we can share this path together.

– Without a doubt. We know you both love playing here. You have played here three times in the quarter-finals and only once lost the first round match against Angelique Kerber. I think you can be forgiven for that. The name of the tournament is Happy Slam. What did you like most here?

– I really like the atmosphere. I think this is the most relaxed of all the “majors”: good vibes, lots of energy from the audience. Even during qualifying the stands are packed and the atmosphere is great. Of course, it is great for the players to go out on the court and show their best tennis in such an atmosphere.

– We really love watching you too. We’ve been doing this for 13 years and it’s an incredible achievement. And finally: What keeps you motivated, what keeps you coming back and getting better every year?

– I think it’s all about taste. Of course, there are ups and downs, but the main thing is to try to enjoy these moments.
And certainly being able to play in front of fans all over the world is something you really start to miss when you stop playing.

I have a great team, my husband is nearby and he supports me too. I try to do my best every year and I really appreciate this moment,” said Elina.

Source: Sport UA

Nancy

I am a sports journalist who has worked in print and online. I have authored articles for a sports website and have covered sports news for over 6 years.