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Novak Djokovic beaten by big-serving Reilly Opelka in quarterfinals of Brisbane International
BRISBANE, Australia — Novak Djokovic was beaten 7-6 (6), 6-3 by big-serving Reilly Opelka in the Brisbane International quarterfinals. The 37-year-old Djokovic was playing his first tournament of the year. The 24-time Grand Slam champion is preparing for the Australian Open, which starts on Jan. 12 and which he has won 10 times.
Reilly Opelka's Message to Novak Djokovic at Net After Stunning Upset Was Pure Class
Here's what Reilly Opelka told Novak Djokovic at the net after his stunning upset win vs. the World No. 7 at the Brisbane International.
Reilly Opelka confesses simple secret behind shock win vs Novak Djokovic
Reilly Opelka kept it straight honest following his shock win over Novak Djokovic, admitting that he played freely and didn't feel any pressure because he was playing "the greatest player of all time" and didn't have any expectations.
Reilly Opelka stuns Novak Djokovic in giant-killing performance in Brisbane
As Novak Djokovic ascended to the pinnacle of tennis history, Reilly Opelka was watching from the sidelines, using the Serb's success to plot his own return from injury, culminating in a stunning boilover victory at the Brisbane International.
Novak Djokovic Upset by World No.293 in Brisbane
Recap, quotes, and highlights from Reilly Opelka's upset victory over Novak Djokovic in the Brisbane International.
Novak Djokovic out of Brisbane International after Reilly Opelka defeat
Djokovic is in search of his 25th Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, but fell short of the semifinals at his warm-up event.
American Reilly Opelka Stuns Novak Djokovic In Brisbane
The 24-time Grand Slam champion lost fairly handily to 6-foot-11 American Reilly Opelka, 7-6 (6), 6-3, in the quarterfinals at Brisbane. It was the first top-10 win since 2021 for the 27-year-old Opelka, who hasn’t played a full season since 2022 due to injury.
Reilly Opelka stuns “hero” Novak Djokovic at 2025 Brisbane International
The 6’11” American spent most of the last two seasons off court due to a nagging wrist injury, but kicked off the new year with one of the biggest wins of his career to reach the semifinals.
Djokovic falls to inspired Opelka in Brisbane quarter-finals
Novak Djokovic's hunt for a landmark 100th ATP title ended with a whimper following an unexpected 7-6(6) 6-3 defeat by big-serving American Reilly Opelka in the Brisbane International quarter-finals on Friday.
Novak Djokovic falls to Reilly Opelka in Brisbane quarterfinals
Novak Djokovic was beaten 7-6 (6), 6-3 by big-serving Reilly Opelka in the Brisbane International quarterfinals on Friday.
Djokovic out of Brisbane in shock defeat by Opelka
Top seed Novak Djokovic is out of the Brisbane International, beaten 7-6 (8-6) 6-3 in the quarter-finals by Reilly Opelka.
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Novak Djokovic sides with Nick Kyrgios on tennis revenue sharing
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Novak Djokovic beaten by 6ft 11in giant who is ranked just 293rd in world in stunning upset
NOVAK DJOKOVIC has suffered a shock straight sets defeat to 6ft 11in giant Reilly Opelka at the Brisbane International. The Serb, 37, is seeking a record-extending 11th Australian Open men’s ...
Novak Djokovic's achievements overshadowed in debate over tennis' GOAT
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How to Watch Novak Djokovic vs. Gael Monfils at the 2024 Brisbane International Presented by Evie: Live Stream, TV Channel
In the Round of 16 at the Brisbane International Presented by Evie on Wednesday, Gael Monfils (ranked No. 55) meets Novak ...
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Novak Djokovic reacts to Pikachu backpack theory ahead of Australian Open: 'It makes me laugh'
Novak Djokovic has addressed the online theory that emerged after he arrived in Brisbane sporting a striking Pikachu backpack ...
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Novak Djokovic Improves to 20-0 Against Gael Monfils
Novak Djokovic celebrates winning by pretending to play the violin on his tennis racquet during the Brisbane International. / IMAGO / AAP No one should be concerned about Novak Djokovic's ...
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ATP legend reveals what he expects from Novak Djokovic this year
Novak Djokovic's 2025 began with a fairly comfortable victory over Australian ace Rinky Hijikata at the Brisbane ...
Djokovic has a plan, with the help of new coach Andy Murray, to take on the tennis newcomers
After winning just one tournament in 2024 — a Paris Olympics gold medal — former No. 1 Novak Djokovic says he, and with new ...