Novak Djokovic Profile

This young and promising player won on January 2008 his first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, thus becoming the first Serbian ever to win a grand Slam singles title.

In 2007 Djokovic compiled a 19-4 record in Grand Slam play, losing to Federer and Nadal twice each, and 24-7 mark in ATP Masters Series tournaments.

He also was the runner-up at the US Open and reached three Masters Series finals, winning the Miami’s Sony Ericsson Open and the Roger’s Cup in Montreal. He also reached the semi-finals at the French Open and Wimbledon.

The Serb finished 2007 as the youngest player in year-end Top 10 and he compiled his best season by capturing a personal-high five ATP titles while reaching his first Grand Slam final. His highest singles ranking on the ATP Tour is number three, which he reached on July 2007.

Djokovic reached the Australia Open final after a straight sets win over world number one and defending champion Roger Federer. He went on to win the final in four sets against Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga. He dropped only one set in seven matches and became the youngest player in the open era to have reached all four Grand Slam semi-finals.

Birthday: May 22, 1987
Birthplace: Belgrade, Serbia
Residence: Monte Carlo, Monaco
Pro: since 2003

Starting March 26 and thru April 6 the 24th Sony Ericsson Open will take place at Crandon Park in Key Biscayne, Florida.

The 12-day tournament features the top 96 men and women tennis players of the world fighting for a first prize of over $3.7 million. This tournament is also known as the "Fifth Grand Slam" and it’s a mandatory event, for both men and women, just like the four Grand Slam tournaments.

The 2007 Sony Ericsson Open set an all-time attendance record with 288,025 guests visiting the Tennis Center at Crandon Park and now you can be one of them. If you don’t want to miss this great tournament get a ticket early with Tickets of America.

But the Sony Ericsson Open is now more than just a tennis event as it’s become an all-around entertainment experience. Those attending the event now get enjoy some of the best fashion shows, great food and live on-court performances by renowned artists like Jojo, Kelly Rowland and Jon Secada.

And if that’s not enough with Downtown Miami less than 10 miles away you can drive yourself  in less than 30 minutes to enjoy some amazing off-court activities such as a sizzling nightlife, live concerts, sports events and beaches.

The Sony Ericsson Open is one of nine ATP Masters Series events on the ATP calendar, a top tier event on the Sony Ericsson WTA TOUR calendar. In 2007 Novak Djokovic defeated Guillermo Canas for his first Sony Ericsson Open title, while Serena Williams defeated Justine Henin to win her fourth title in Miami.

At Tickets of America we’re never sold out, so secure your ticket today and make sure you won’t miss the 2008 Sony Ericsson Open, simply one of the best world tennis events of the year.