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MS Dhoni, the former Indian cricket captain, made headlines at the US Open 2025, where he watched the quarter-final match between Novak Djokovic and Taylor Fritz. A photo of Dhoni with businessman Hitesh Sanghvi went viral, drawing attention both in New York and back in India. The latter also shared a video of his time with Dhoni at the competition.

Novak Djokovic secured his 14th US Open semi-final berth, overcoming Taylor Fritz in a four-set battle. The Serbian star's victory extends his unblemished record against Fritz, fueling his pursuit of a 25th major title. Djokovic acknowledged the match's intensity, praising Fritz's aggressive play. Despite earlier struggles, Djokovic's resilience shone through, equalling Jimmy Connors' US Open semi-final record.

Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic secured their spots in the US Open quarter-finals with dominant straight-set victories, keeping them on track for a potential semi-final clash. Aryna Sabalenka continued her title defense, while other notable wins included Fritz, Lehecka, Vondrousova, Krejcikova and Pegula. Krejcikova staged a remarkable comeback, saving eight match points.

Taylor Townsend had so far captured the US Open spotlight for her heated exchange with Jelena Ostapenko. On Friday night, she shifted focus to her tennis with first fourth round spot since 2019, beating fifth seed Mirra Andreeva. Even as Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka won, Ben Shelton and Jasmine Paolini became two of the biggest casualties on Day 6.

Novak Djokovic overcame a lower back injury to reach the US Open round 4. His victory makes him the oldest man to reach the last 16 since 1991.

Despite securing two wins at the US Open, Novak Djokovic acknowledges frustration with his game and a struggle to find rhythm, even as he advances to a record 75th Grand Slam third round. Casper Ruud, plagued by confidence issues and misfires, suffered a first-round defeat, while Jack Draper withdrew due to injury.

Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz advanced at the US Open on Day 4 while Novak Djokovic overcame a slow start to reach the third round. Also on the day in New York, a heated exchange erupted between Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko. On the sidelines, Daniil Medvedev faced a hefty fine for his on-court outburst.

Novak Djokovic secured his place in the US Open third round for a record-breaking 19th time, surpassing Roger Federer's milestone with his 75th Grand Slam third-round appearance. Despite a slow start and admitting he's not at his peak, Djokovic battled through to defeat Zachary Svajda in four sets.

Novak Djokovic secured a second-round win over Zachary Svadja in the US Open men's singles competition. He will now be up against the winner between Cameron Norrie and Francisco Comesana.

Aryna Sabalenka commenced her US Open title defence successfully, while Novak Djokovic progressed towards a potential record 25th Grand Slam. Alexandra Eala made history for the Philippines, and Indonesia's Janice Tjen also secured a notable win. Emma Raducanu marked her return with a victory, while Daniil Medvedev faced an unexpected early exit.

Novak Djokovic revealed he is exploring a short-term coaching collaboration with childhood idol Monica Seles, describing it as more emotional than long-term. On court, Djokovic overcame Learner Tien in straight sets to reach the US Open second round.

Novak Djokovic enters the 2025 US Open chasing a record 25th Grand Slam, battling not only Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner but also the inevitability of time at the age of 38.

Novak Djokovic skipped the Toronto and Cincinnati Masters to prioritise family time, saying he now focusses mainly on Grand Slams rather than ranking points. Ahead of his US Open opener, the 38-year-old admitted he may even miss his daughter's birthday during the tournament.

Andrew Castle feels Novak Djokovic's Grand Slam-winning days may be over, with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner emerging as dominant forces. The Serb, stuck on 24 majors since the 2023 US Open, faces doubts about adding a 25th title amid younger rivals' rise.

Lacoste is honoring Novak Djokovic's legendary career with a limited-edition apparel line featuring a GOAT logo, replacing the iconic crocodile. As Djokovic aims for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the US Open, this tribute recognises his enduring impact on tennis. Despite acknowledging age and fitness challenges, Djokovic remains determined to prove his dominance on the Grand Slam stage.

Wimbledon 2025: Former World No.1 Novak Djokovic has had his fair share of struggles this year, but the Serb has plenty to look forward to when he begins his campaign in the grass-court major.

Wimbledon 2025: 22-year-old Carlos Alcaraz is looking to become only the fourth man to complete a three-peat in the grass-court major after Bjorn Borg, Pete Sampras, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.

Wimbledon 2025 Preview: The prestigious grass-court Grand Slam runs from June 30 to July 13. Carlos Alcaraz enters the tournament fresh off his French Open triumph, aiming for a third consecutive Wimbledon title. On the women's side, the singles field remains wide open, continuing the recent trend of unpredictability.