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Novak Djokovic to lose number one ranking to Daniil Medvedev after defeat in Dubai

Novak Djokovic will lose his number one ranking to Daniil Medvedev after being knocked out in the quarter-finals of the Dubai Tennis Championships.

The tournament was Djokovic's first of 2022 after he was not allowed to compete in the Australian Open because he is unvaccinated against Covid-19.

Djokovic was beaten by Jiri Vesely and will now be replaced by Medvedev at the top of the men's rankings on Monday.

"I never thought I would really have a chance against Novak, said Vesely.

Russia's Medvedev will be the first player other than Djokovic, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray to rise to the top of the rankings for 18 years.