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  "id": 17926468,
  "title": "Feeling better, playing better: Djokovic sees light at end of the tunnel",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/feeling-better-playing-better-djokovic-sees-light-at-end-of-the-tunnel-17926468",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-03T07:21:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/racquet-sports/2026/11/1569809/feeling-better-playing-better-djokovic-sees-light-end-tunnel"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Novak Djokovic, the world's number one tennis player, has reported feeling significantly better on the court, which has led to an improvement in his overall performance. The 39-year-old Serbian has been battling health issues throughout the year, which have hampered his ability to reach his peak form at major tournaments. Djokovic has reached the Australian Open final and Wimbledon semi-finals this season, but has had to exit the French Open and US Open early due to health concerns.\n\nDespite the challenges he faced, Djokovic has still managed to secure his 102nd career title in Beijing last month, which he credits for providing a much-needed boost to his confidence. He has also played well in Basel, although he lost a tight match that could have propelled him closer to his goal of securing a place at the ATP Finals.\n\nDjokovic's primary focus has been on feeling well on the court, rather than just playing well, as his health struggles have been the main concern. He believes that whenever he feels better on the court, his performance level, enjoyment, and overall feeling are significantly improved. This has been evident in his recent strong performances in Beijing and Basel.\n\nWith the ATP Finals approaching from November 15-22, Djokovic is optimistic about his chances to secure his place in the prestigious season-ending tournament. The top eight players will qualify for the event, with Djokovic currently sitting in 11th position. However, the absence of world number two Jannik Sinner due to injury further improves Djokovic's prospects.",
  "summary": "PARIS: Novak Djokovic said he is close to solving the health issues that have plagued his season as the Serb looks to end the year with a flourish at the Paris Masters to secure a place at the season-ending ATP Finals.",
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        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "Feeling better, playing better: Djokovic sees light at end of the tunnel",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/feeling-better-playing-better-djokovic-sees-light-at-end-of-the-tunnel",
        "published": "2026-11-03T04:27:48.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Feeling better, playing better: Djokovic sees light at end of the tunnel",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/feeling-better-playing-better-djokovic-sees-light-at-end-of-the-tunnel-17919624",
        "published": "2026-11-03T05:05:22.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Business Recorder",
        "title": "Feeling better, playing better: Djokovic sees light at end of the tunnel",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/feeling-better-playing-better-djokovic-sees-light-at-end-of-the-tunnel-17929994",
        "published": "2026-11-03T06:56:50.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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