Novak Djokovic lives in Monte-Carlo, but he again looked very much at home at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome on Wednesday. The four-time champion sped past Georgian Nikoloz Basilashvili 6-4, 6-3, playing off the Italian crowd in the intimate Court Pietrangeli to advance in 77 minutes. “I thought the atmosphere was unique, phenomenal. It's one of the most beautiful tennis courts in the world,” Djokovic said. “I have great memories there. And I think it's so nice to play in front of the people that also don't have to buy ticket for Court [Centrale]... It's very intimate.” [ALSO LIKE] The straight-sets win sets up a chance for Djokovic to reach his first ATP World Tour quarter-final of the season...
Alexandr Dolgopolov shows off some world-class touch against Novak Djokovic on Monday at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia in Rome. Watch live tennis at tennistv.com.
When the ATP Rankings were released Monday, Novak Djokovic fell to No. 18, his lowest standing since 2 October 2006 (No. 22). As last year’s runner-up in Rome, the Serbian has 600 points to defend, putting him in danger of tumbling even further as he continues his comeback from a right elbow injury. But Djokovic put on one of the best performances since his return on Monday at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia, ousting Ukrainian Alexandr Dolgopolov 6-1, 6-3 in 56 minutes. "It was a great start. I always feel very comfortable in Rome. I think the conditions are quite suitable to my game," Djokovic said. "I always look forward to coming back to Rome." The former World No. 1, who...
Watch highlights as Novak Djokovic, a four-time Internazionali BNL d'Italia champion, gets off to a good start Monday with a straightforward victory against Alexandr Dolgopolov. Fabio Fognini also earns his 300th tour-level win by beating Gael Monfils. Photo Credit: Julian Finney/Getty Images. Watch live tennis at tennistv.com.
Four-time Internazionali BNL d'Italia champion Novak Djokovic explains his 'special bond' with Rome and how that has translated to success throughout his career. Watch live tennis at tennistv.com.
