AllInOneNews: Nadal

Here's how Nadal can end the skid versus Djoker

Sat Jan 28 02:29:03 CST 2012

[ESPN] Novak Djokovic is suffering from allergies. Of course, Rafael Nadal has an allergy of his own -- in the world No. 1 player.

Murray can be number one - Nadal

Sat Jan 28 03:18:05 CST 2012

[BBC News] Rafael Nadal says Andy Murray has the ability to become world number one in 2012 if the Scot improves his mental approach on the biggest stage.

Spain Starts Davis Cup Defense Without Nadal

Thu Feb 09 06:24:05 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic will not play for their countries as they save their strength for a long year that also will include the Olympics.

Nadal beats Federer to make final

Thu Jan 26 06:28:29 CST 2012

[BBC News] Rafael Nadal comes from one set down to beat Roger Federer and reach the Australian Open final.

Straight Sets: Nadal Vs. Federer: Breaking It Down

Thu Jan 26 13:40:37 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Roger Federer had had a brilliant Australian Open, but was too aggressive going to his forehand against Rafael Nadal's forehand.

French TV sued over Nadal skit

Wed Feb 08 20:07:22 CST 2012

[NEWS.com.au] Spanish Tennis Federation is planning to sue Canal Plus France for using its logo in a video that poked fun at Rafael Nadal's alleged ties to doping.

Djokovic beats Nadal to win title

Sun Jan 29 08:38:26 CST 2012

[BBC News] World number one Novak Djokovic beats second seed Rafael Nadal in a five-set epic to retain his Australian Open title.

Djokovic denies Nadal in epic final

Sun Jan 29 08:36:00 CST 2012

[NEWS.com.au] Novak Djokovic defends his Australian Open crown with an epic five-set victory over Rafael Nadal in the final at Melbourne Park.

Tennis: Djokovic beats Nadal in marathon classic

Sun Jan 29 10:03:46 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World No.1 Novak Djokovic beat Rafael Nadal in the longest final in grand slam history to retain the Australian Open title in Melbourne Sunday.

Nadal maintains grand slam dominance over Federer

Thu Jan 26 11:04:51 CST 2012

[CNN/Sports Illustrated] In Melbourne, Rafael Nadal, the 10-time major champion, extended his command of No. 3 Roger Federer in the personal duel between two of the greatest tennis players of all time.

Spain to start Davis Cup defense without Nadal

Mon Jan 30 09:17:31 CST 2012

[ESPN] Spain will begin its Davis Cup defense against Kazakhstan without Rafael Nadal.

Straight Sets: Djokovic Tops Nadal in Five Sets to Win Title

Sun Jan 29 15:23:38 CST 2012

[The New York Times] A fatigued Novak Djokovic stared down a ferocious challenge from Rafael Nadal to defend his Australian Open in the longest grand slam final ever played.

Djokovic wins marathon match to set up Nadal final

Fri Jan 27 14:54:20 CST 2012

[Associated Press] MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- If anyone knows how Novak Djokovic feels after sweating and scrapping for almost five hours in the Australian Open semifinals, it's his next opponent - Rafael Nadal....

Djokovic Denies Nadal Yet Again in Marathon

Sun Jan 29 12:41:32 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Novak Djokovic waged war against Rafa Nadal for almost six hours in the longest grand slam final ever played to claim a third Australian Open title and leave the tortured Spaniard empty-handed yet again.

Nadal slams French doping "campaign" to discredit Spain

Thu Feb 09 07:36:38 CST 2012

[Reuters] MADRID (Reuters) - Rafa Nadal has hit out at what he called a "general campaign" in France to discredit Spanish athletes by implying their success is due to the use of illegal drugs.

Nadal Moves to Quash Tax Reports

Thu Feb 02 11:14:15 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Rafa Nadal issued a statement Thursday saying he had met all his fiscal obligations after a Spanish website published details about several companies linked to the world number two it said had been set up to drastically trim his tax bill.

Tennis: Djokovic beats Nadal in epic final

Sun Jan 29 10:03:46 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World No.1 Novak Djokovic beats Rafael Nadal in the longest final in grand slam history to retain the Australian Open title in Melbourne.

Spanish Federation to Sue French TV for Nadal Skit

Wed Feb 08 08:12:40 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] The Spanish tennis federation says it plans to sue Canal Plus France for using its logo in a video that poked fun at Rafael Nadal.

Djokovic beats Nadal in memorable final

Sun Jan 29 16:30:59 CST 2012

[BBC News] World number one Novak Djokovic beats second seed Rafael Nadal in a five-set epic - the longest final in Grand Slam history - to retain his Australian Open title.

Djokovic Earns Final With Nadal --- Again

Sat Jan 28 00:49:26 CST 2012

[WSJ.com, The Wall Street Journal] After nearly five hours of tennis, Novak Djokovic outlasted Andy Murray in a five-set Australian Open semifinal to set up his third straight Grand Slam final meeting with Rafael Nadal.

Tennis: Spain to sue over Nadal slur

Fri Feb 10 10:23:04 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] Is it just harmless fun, or is something seriously wrong developing in sporting relations between Spain and France? The Spanish Tennis Federation plans to sue a French TV channel for its spoof of Rafael Nadal.

Nadal moves to quash tax reports

Thu Feb 02 06:12:32 CST 2012

[Reuters] MADRID (Reuters) - Rafa Nadal issued a statement Thursday saying he had met all his fiscal obligations after a Spanish website published details about several companies linked to the world number two it said had been set up to drastically trim his tax bill.

Djokovic beats Nadal in marathon classic to win Australian Open

Mon Jan 30 04:15:20 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World No.1 Novak Djokovic beat Rafael Nadal in the longest final in grand slam history to retain the Australian Open title in Melbourne.

Nadal Says Record Final Has Banished Mental Demons

Sun Jan 29 12:04:59 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Rafa Nadal soothed his disappointment at yet another loss to Novak Djokovic in the longest ever grand slam final by declaring he was at least free of the mental chokehold the Serb had placed him under throughout last year.

Nadal tops Federer in Australian Open semifinal

Fri Jan 27 18:58:00 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Rafael Nadal outlasted Roger Federer 6-7 (5), 6-2, 7-6 (5), 6-4 in an Australian Open semifinal on Thursday night, the longtime rivals playing ...

VIDEO: Nadal upbeat despite defeat

Sun Jan 29 15:32:16 CST 2012

[BBC News] Beaten Australian Open finalist Rafa Nadal says he "will never forget this match" after losing an epic five-set contest 5-7 6-4 6-2 6-7 (5-7) 7-5 to Novak Djokovic in five hours and 53 minutes.

Djokovic denies Nadal yet again in marathon final

Sun Jan 29 07:37:41 CST 2012

[Reuters] MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic waged war against Rafa Nadal for almost six hours in the longest grand slam final ever played to claim a third Australian Open title and leave the tortured Spaniard empty-handed yet again.

Tennis: Nadal hints at Serb feigning

Sat Jan 28 11:30:00 CST 2012

[New Zealand Herald] Like Andy Murray before him, Rafael Nadal isn't convinced Novak Djokovic has any breathing problems going into their Australian Open final tonight.During Djokovic's five-set semifinal win over Murray on Friday night, and to a lesser...

Djoker outlast Nadal for Aussie title

Sun Jan 29 12:43:42 CST 2012

[CNN/Sports Illustrated] MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Novak Djokovic wore down Rafael Nadal in the longest Grand Slam singles final ever, winning 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-7 (5), 7-5 after 5 hours, 53 minutes to claim his third Australian Open title.

Spanish federation to sue French TV for Nadal skit

Wed Feb 08 10:37:50 CST 2012

[Associated Press] MADRID (AP) -- The Spanish tennis federation said it plans to sue a French TV channel for using its logo in a video that poked fun at Rafael Nadal....

Nadal and Djokovic Fire Shots Ahead of Final

Sat Jan 28 02:05:25 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] All the top three's charitable talk of new challengers ready to end their grand slam hegemony at the Australian Open has come to nothing and the top two seeds Novak Djokovic and Rafa Nadal will contest their third consecutive major final on Sunday.

Nadal Skit by French TV Angers Spanish Tennis Officials

Wed Feb 08 18:58:44 CST 2012

[The New York Times] The Spanish tennis federation said it would sue a French TV channel for using its logo in a sketch that suggested that Rafael Nadal and other Spanish athletes used performance-enhancing drugs.

Novak Djokovic's win over Rafael Nadal is as good as tennis gets

Sun Jan 29 22:00:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] Commentary: No. 1 Novak Djokovic's epic five-set defeat of No. 2 Rafael Nadal at the Australian Open is the longest Grand Slam singles final ever — 5 hours 53 minutes. And for fans, it's tennis nirvana.So many times sleep approached.

Nadal and Djokovic fire shots ahead of final

Fri Jan 27 21:03:07 CST 2012

[Reuters] MELBOURNE (Reuters) - All the top three's charitable talk of new challengers ready to end their grand slam hegemony at the Australian Open has come to nothing and the top two seeds Novak Djokovic and Rafa Nadal will contest their third consecutive major final on Sunday.

Djokovic outlasts Nadal in longest Slam final

Sun Jan 29 09:47:35 CST 2012

[The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation]

Novak Djokovic beat Rafael Nadal 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-7 (5), 7-5 on Sunday to win the Australian Open in the longest Grand Slam final in Open Era history at five hours 53 minutes.

Rafael Nadal Says See You At Indian Wells [Video]

Wed Feb 01 00:00:00 CST 2012

[Tennis-X.com]

Spanish federation to sue French TV over Nadal drug skit

Wed Feb 08 01:19:20 CST 2012

[Reuters] MADRID (Reuters) - The Spanish tennis federation (RFET) plan to sue French TV broadcaster Canal+ over a sketch which appeared to imply world number two Rafa Nadal and his fellow Spanish athletes are drug cheats.

Rafael Nadal beats Roger Federer to reach Australian Open final

Thu Jan 26 21:52:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] Nadal's four-set victory gives him an 8-2 edge over Federer in Grand Slam matches. Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka will meet for the women's title Saturday.MELBOURNE, Australia — Only the trophy and the tears were missing from this latest Grand Slam installment of Rafa vs. Roger.

Rafael Nadal rolls into Australian Open quarterfinals

Sun Jan 22 01:26:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] Defending champion Kim Clijsters saves four match points in a second-set tiebreaker before beating Li Na.MELBOURNE, Australia — Rafael Nadal is into the Australian Open quarterfinals for the sixth straight year and a step closer to a possible semifinal showdown with Roger Federer after beating fellow Spaniard Feliciano Lopez, 6-4, 6-4, 6-2, on Sunday.

Novak Djokovic defeats Andy Murray to reach Australian Open final

Fri Jan 27 19:44:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] The defending champion and No. 1-ranked male tennis player needed 4 hours 50 minutes for a 6-3, 3-6, 6-7 (4), 6-1, 7-5 victory. Djokovic faces Rafael Nadal on Sunday for the title.MELBOURNE, Australia — If anyone knows how Novak Djokovic feels after sweating and scrapping for almost five hours in the Australian Open semifinals, it's his next opponent — Rafael Nadal.

Djokovic v. Nadal For Australian Open Title, 2012 Supremacy; Who's The Pick?

Sat Jan 28 00:00:00 CST 2012

[Tennis-X.com] Who'll win the

Post-Match Analysis: Novak Djokovic-Rafael Nadal Australian Open Final

Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 CST 2012

[Tennis-X.com] Before I get too bogged down, I have to congratulate

Novak Djokovic Outlasts Rafael Nadal In 5-hours, 53-minute Epic Australian Open Win

Sun Jan 29 00:00:00 CST 2012

[Tennis-X.com]

Novak Djokovic-Rafael Nadal Australian Open Match Is The Longest Grand Slam Final On Record

Sun Jan 29 00:00:00 CST 2012

[Tennis-X.com] Record from the marathon

Rafa laughs at breathless Djoker

Sat Jan 28 17:20:46 CST 2012

[NEWS.com.au] Rafael Nadal has his suspicions about Novak Djokovic's supposed breathing problems ahead of Australian Open final: 'It's funny, no?'

Tandon: Double ranking period could be trouble

Tue Feb 07 22:23:31 CST 2012

[ESPN] Rafael Nadal wants the rankings system switched from one year to two. Although it would certainly benefit him, not everyone would reap the benefits of this overhaul.

Emotional Djokovic hails epic win

Sun Jan 29 13:55:05 CST 2012

[BBC News] Novak Djokovic labels his historic Australian Open final against Rafael Nadal as the best moment of his career.

Leading Off: A Certified Grand Slam Classic ' Leading Off

Mon Jan 30 11:26:59 CST 2012

[The New York Times] If you haven't see it already, find a replay of the Novak Djokovic's epic victory over Rafael Nadal, a match for the ages.

Wednesday Sports Fix

Tue Jan 24 15:15:00 CST 2012

[NEWS.com.au] Rafael Nadal claws his way into Australian Open semi-finals, while Ricky Ponting says he's not going anywhere - get your Sports Fix!

Djokovic Prevails in Australia

Sun Jan 29 20:08:14 CST 2012

[The New York Times] Novak Djokovic won the Australian Open title by outlasting Rafael Nadal, 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-7 (5), 7-5.

Tennis Players React To Novak Djokovic's Win Over Rafael Nadal

Sun Jan 29 00:00:00 CST 2012

[Tennis-X.com] The top tennis players react on twitter to the incredible

Spain, France Going To War Over This Rafael Nadal Spoof Video

Wed Feb 08 00:00:00 CST 2012

[Tennis-X.com] Spain and France are at odds over a French Canal+ video characterizing

Djokovic wins 'Marathon in Melbourne'

Sun Jan 29 10:51:54 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World Sport's Mark McKay recaps the Australian Open's record setting finale after Novak Djokovic defeated Rafael Nadal.

Emotional Djokovic proud of 'best' moment

Sun Jan 29 16:33:07 CST 2012

[BBC News] World number one Novak Djokovic describes his epic victory over Rafael Nadal in the Australian Open final as the greatest moment of his career.

VIDEO: We made history - Djokovic

Sun Jan 29 15:52:11 CST 2012

[BBC News] Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic pays tribute to Rafael Nadal, the man he beat in an epic five-set thriller to retain his title in Melbourne.

Tennis: Fireworks on and off the court

Fri Jan 27 11:30:12 CST 2012

[New Zealand Herald] Only the trophy and the tears were missing from this latest Grand Slam instalment of Rafa v Roger.Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer were on opposite sides of the net on Thursday, meeting in the semifinals of the Australian Open.And...

Djokovic Sets Sights on Paris

Sun Jan 29 21:07:58 CST 2012

[WSJ.com, The Wall Street Journal] Novak Djokovic beat Rafael Nadal for his second consecutive Australian Open title. But the real history was in the shots, in the passion and in the indefatigable limbs of these two players.

Success brings confidence, not pressure, says Nadal

Fri Jan 27 19:31:26 CST 2012

[Reuters] MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic comes into the Australian Open final shouldering the expectations of defending champion and with a huge target on his back after winning back-to-back grand slam titles.

Djokovic beats Nadal to claim Australian Open title

Sun Jan 29 15:42:24 CST 2012

[USATODAY.com] Novak Djokovic of Serbia has started 2012 the same way he started his epic 2011 season: With a victory in the Australian Open.

Scenes From the Djokovic Double Marathon

Mon Jan 30 08:42:48 CST 2012

[WSJ.com, The Wall Street Journal] What Djokovic's epic, seemingly endless Australian Open match with Nadal means for tennis. Plus: LeBron leaps over an opponent's head to dunk; Tiger's near-miss in Dubai; and more.

Nadal: Tax payments up to date amid report

Thu Feb 02 14:32:29 CST 2012

[ESPN] Rafael Nadal says his fiscal requirements are up to date after a Spanish website reported the Australian Open finalist had set up several companies to trim his tax bill.

LIVE: Djokovic, Murray battling for spot in finals

Fri Jan 27 02:32:17 CST 2012

[CNN/Sports Illustrated] Andy Murray has dropped just one set during the Aussie Open. Novak Djokovic can make the same claim. Who will advance to play Rafael Nadal? Courtney Nguyen is blogging the action.

Serve will be key to Murray's upset chances

Thu Jan 26 20:07:21 CST 2012

[CNN/Sports Illustrated] Nobody is giving Andy Murray much of a chance against Novak Djokovic in the semifinals. And that could work in Murray's favor, says Courtney Nguyen. Rafael Nadal awaits the winner.

Djokovic wins epic Australian Open

Sun Jan 29 10:03:46 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World No.1 Novak Djokovic beat Rafael Nadal in the longest final in grand slam history to retain the Australian Open title in Melbourne.

Tennis: Djokovic wins epic semifinal

Fri Jan 27 08:47:20 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World No. 1 Novak Djokovic survives an enthralling marathon clash with Andy Murray on Friday to earn an Australian Open final showdown with Rafael Nadal.

Corretja Begins Davis Cup Reign With Spain B Team

Wed Feb 08 20:07:39 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] There will be an unfamiliar look about Spain when they begin the defense of the Davis Cup against Kazakhstan on Friday with a new captain and without several regulars, most notably Rafa Nadal.

Djokovic wins Aussie final for the ages

Sun Jan 29 12:13:21 CST 2012

[CNN/Sports Illustrated] For 5 hours and 53 minutes they dueled. But in the end Novak Djokovic continued his mastery of Rafael Nadal, winning a five-set Australian Open final for the ages, says Jon Wertheim.

Tennis: Djokovic beats Murray in thriller

Fri Jan 27 08:47:20 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World No. 1 Novak Djokovic survived an enthralling marathon clash with Andy Murray on Friday to earn an Australian Open final showdown with Rafael Nadal.

Corretja begins Davis Cup reign with Spain B team

Wed Feb 08 15:05:35 CST 2012

[Reuters] LONDON (Reuters) - There will be an unfamiliar look about Spain when they begin the defense of the Davis Cup against Kazakhstan on Friday with a new captain and without several regulars, most notably Rafa Nadal.

No. 1 Djokovic wins epic semifinal against Murray in Melbourne

Fri Jan 27 12:39:03 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World No. 1 Novak Djokovic survived an enthralling marathon clash with Andy Murray on Friday to earn an Australian Open final showdown with Rafael Nadal.

Djokovic wins 5-hour match to reach Aussie final

Fri Jan 27 09:19:48 CST 2012

[The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation]

Novak Djokovic survived Andy Murray's Friday night at the Australian Open, winning in five sets to ensure a third straight Grand Slam final against Rafael Nadal.

Djokovic Edges Murray, Setting Up Final Against Nadal

Fri Jan 27 11:01:53 CST 2012

[The New York Times] Novak Djokovic overcame his breathing problems and fatigue to beat friend Andy Murray 6-3, 3-6, 6-7 (4), 6-1, 7-5 Friday in a nearly five-hour Australian Open semifinal.

Fatigued Djokovic Beats Murray to Seal Nadal

Fri Jan 27 08:11:04 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] World number one Novak Djokovic fought off what appeared to be breathing problems and fatigue to advance to the final of the Australian Open following an epic five-set semi-final victory over Britain's Andy Murray.

Spanish tennis to sue French TV for logo use

Wed Feb 08 09:45:58 CST 2012

[ESPN] The Spanish tennis federation says it plans to sue Canal Plus France for using its logo in a video that poked fun at Rafael Nadal.

Men's Rankings Unchanged at Top After Aust Open

Sun Jan 29 18:34:24 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] The status quo has been maintained at the top of the men's rankings after Novak Djokovic's dramatic win over Rafael Nadal at the Australian Open, unlike the situation on the women's tour.

History at Australian Open final as Djokovic clinches it

Sun Jan 29 10:51:00 CST 2012

[Mail & Guardian Online] Defending champion Novak Djokovic battled past Rafael Nadal in an epic, five-set Australian Open final which clocked in at five hours and 53 minutes.

Column: Stop shrieking about women's tennis noise

Fri Jan 27 15:27:54 CST 2012

[Associated Press] On serve and when whipping his forehand, Novak Djokovic's grunt is that of a bullfrog, "WooooAH-UH." Rafael Nadal goes for a throatier, "AAArrgggHH." Occasionally, Andy Murray offers up a more hushed, constricted, "Eeeeeehhh." From Roger Federer, of course, we tend to get the sound of silence....

Djokovic and Nadal Are Spectators in Chief as Davis Cup Begins

Fri Feb 10 01:47:17 CST 2012

[The New York Times] Spanning the globe, play in the Davis Cup World Group begins Friday. An understrength United States team has to defeat a Swiss squad led by Roger Federer.

Tennis: Djokovic eyes French Open

Mon Jan 30 09:24:42 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World No. 1 Novak Djokovic has set his sights on a first French Open title after beating second-ranked Rafael Nadal in a epic five-set Australian Open final on Sunday.

Tennis: Djokovic eyes French Open glory

Mon Jan 30 09:24:42 CST 2012

[CNN.com International] World No. 1 Novak Djokovic sets his sights on a first French Open title after beating second-ranked Rafael Nadal in a marathon five-set Australian Open final.

Factbox-Australian Open Winner Novak Djokovic

Sun Jan 29 09:02:04 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Factbox on Novak Djokovic, who won his third Australian Open title at Melbourne Park on Monday, beating Spain's Rafa Nadal 5-7 6-4 6-2 6-7 7-5 in the longest grand slam final ever.

Djokovic edges Murray, sets up final vs Nadal

Fri Jan 27 11:01:11 CST 2012

[Associated Press] MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- Novak Djokovic overcame his breathing problems and fatigue to beat friend Andy Murray 6-3, 3-6, 6-7 (4), 6-1, 7-5 Friday in a nearly five-hour Australian Open semifinal....

Spain leads Kazakhstan 2-0 in Davis Cup

Fri Feb 10 21:51:08 CST 2012

[Tajikistan News.Net] Spain showed it can win without Rafael Nadal, with the defending Davis Cup champions taking a 2-0 lead over Kazakhstan on Friday behind victories by Juan Carlos Ferrero and Nicolas

Spain Leads Kazakhstan 2-0 in Davis Cup

Fri Feb 10 16:19:01 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Spain showed it can win without Rafael Nadal, with the defending Davis Cup champions taking a 2-0 lead over Kazakhstan on Friday behind victories by Juan Carlos Ferrero and Nicolas Almagro.

Djokovic wins epic Aussie Open final

Sun Jan 29 11:30:30 CST 2012

[New Zealand Herald] Novak Djokovic wore down Rafael Nadal in the longest Grand Slam singles final in the history of professional tennis, winning 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-7 (5), 7-5 after 5 hours, 53 minutes to claim his third Australian Open title.Djokovic...

Djokovic Takes Second Set to Level Australian Open Final

Sun Jan 29 05:26:16 CST 2012

[International Herald Tribune, France] Novak Djokovic's powerful forehand finally started to find its range as he levelled the Australian Open final against Rafa Nadal at one-set each by grabbing the second set 6-4 on Sunday.

Tennis: Ball boy's catch steals the show

Thu Jan 26 19:53:39 CST 2012

[New Zealand Herald] A ball boy briefly stole the limelight during last night's semifinal clash between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer at the Australian Open with an impressive catch after Federer hit a ball in his direction.The one-handed catch by...

Novak Djokovic beats Rafael Nadal for Australian Open title

Sun Jan 29 09:40:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] The top-ranked player successfully defends his championship with a 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-7, 7-5 victory to earn his fifth major title in the longest Grand Slam men's final at 5 hours 53 minutes.MELBOURNE, Australia -- Novak Djokovic ripped off his shirt and let out a primal scream, flexing his torso like a prize fighter after a desperate, last-round knockout.

Maria Sharapova reaches semifinals of Australian Open

Tue Jan 24 23:32:00 CST 2012

[Los Angeles Times] Sharapova will play Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova, with both players trying to take the No. 1 ranking. Roger Federer will face Rafael Nadal in men's semifinals.MELBOURNE, Australia — Maria Sharapova maintained her perfect record in Australian Open quarterfinals, defeating Ekaterina Makarova, 6-2, 6-3, on Wednesday.