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Novak Djokovic says he will 'keep going' after US Open win<\/h3>\n

Novak Djokovic scraped through to the semi-finals of the ATP Finals on Thursday after finishing his group with a 2-1 record. The Serb was defeated by Jannik Sinner but had the same man to thank, as the Italian’s victory over Holger Rune ensured that the 24-time grand slam champion would reach the final four for the 12th time in Turin.<\/p>\n

Just hours before Djokovic discovered his fate, he admitted that he had turned his attention towards the Davis Cup having not known whether he would advance to the semi-finals.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf he (Sinner) wins, I’ll qualify. If he doesn’t, I’ll still finish the season with a win and look to Davis Cup,\u201d Djokovic said after his three-set victory over Hubert Hurkacz.<\/p>\n

Today’s action will see Carlos Alcaraz take on Daniil Medvedev while Andrey Rublev faces Alexander Zverev in another blockbuster day in Italy.<\/p>\n

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Djokovic ‘not favourite’ to win tournament<\/h3>\n

Novak Djokovic has been told that he is not the favourite to win the ATP Finals this year.<\/p>\n

The Serb edged his way into the semi-finals but former French Open champion Francesca Schiavone insists that other contenders have a better chance at victory.<\/p>\n

“In my opinion Djokovic is not the favorite to win the ATP Finals, but he has the ability to recruit not only strength but also concentration,” she said.<\/p>\n

“Furthermore, the analysis he will make of the match played yesterday will allow him to go to the semi-final with a different spirit and another concentration, if he manages to win the match that awaits him tomorrow.<\/p>\n

“He needs to have very high concentration and make the difference with his weapons: explosiveness at the right moment, being able to see the opposite half of the court much bigger than the current Alcaraz or Zverev.”<\/p>\n

Rune booed by fans<\/h3>\n

Holger Rune became the latest star at the ATP Finals to feel the wrath of the crowd as he was booed during his defeat to Jannik Sinner.<\/p>\n

He attempted to challenge his own serve but after being informed by the umpire that he did not request the challenge in time, he was turned down.<\/p>\n

He had another request dismissed before boos rang around the court, forcing the umpire to step in and tell the supporters to stop jeering.<\/p>\n

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Djokovic awkward interview<\/h3>\n

Shortly after Novak Djokovic’s three-set win over Hubert Hurkacz, he was involved in an awkward interview courtside.<\/p>\n

He firstly asked the reporter to wait as there was music playing over the tannoy, before seemingly taking umbrage with a question.<\/p>\n

When asked why he appeared upset during the second set, Djokovic replied: \u201cWhy? Why was I upset? I lost the set, so it\u2019s normal.\u201d<\/p>\n

He then abruptly ended the interview by stating that he took part in a “good win”.<\/p>\n

Good morning<\/h3>\n

Hello and welcome to Express Sport’s<\/em> live coverage of the ATP Finals ahead of a blockbuster day.<\/p>\n

To ensure you’re all up to date you can take a look at our recap of yesterday’s action.<\/p>\n