Djokovic played against two match points at 3-5, denying them with winners and extending the battle with a service winner. Federer served for the win in game ten and sealed the deal with a backhand volley winner, booking the title clash against Gilles Simon.

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic are all in contention for being dubbed the greatest tennis player to walk the Earth, and one coach who has played with all three has had his say

Sinner, who is playing at the China Open, says he has been left "disappointed and surprised" by WADA's appeal. But the initial verdict, which allowed Sinner to carry on playing, led to suggestions the Italian had been given preferential treatment due to his lofty standing in tennis.

It’s not often a three-setter final can rival a Marvel film on duration and entertainment, but there have been some bumper clashes on the ATP Tour. 1) Novak Djokovic v Carlos Al

Former world No.1 and U.S. Open champion Dominic Thiem will retire at the Vienna Open later this month and tennis' biggest names have sent heartfelt messages.

Roger Federer led the emotional tributes to Dominic Thiem as he prepares to retire on home turf later this month. The Austrian will put down his racket after the Vienna Open, five months after announcing that this season will be his last as a professional.