Novak Djokovic opened up on the top of his iconic tennis profession.
Novak Djokovic addressing the media in Indian Wells. (Picture: Getty)
Novak Djokovic touched down in Indian Wells and revealed that he’ll lengthen his tennis profession so long as two elements are nonetheless in play. The Serb, 38, reached the Australian Open closing earlier this 12 months and defeated Jannik Sinner in that run, earlier than falling to world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz. His anticipate a twenty fifth Grand Slam title continues.
However Djokovic has insisted that eclipsing Margaret Courtroom’s file is just not the motivating issue for persevering with to play. He’s in the USA to play knowledgeable match for the primary time since his closing defeat in Melbourne, going through both Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard or Kamil Majchrzak within the second spherical after receiving a bye, and opened up on his drive to compete.
Djokovic believes that he has no motive to retire whereas he nonetheless has the “fireplace” and “aptitude” to beat the highest gamers on the ATP Tour.
“It was an unimaginable feeling to have the ability to beat Sinner in 5 units in one of many epic matches that I performed in current occasions in Australia, after which have one other nice match with Carlos, who was simply too good ultimately,” Djokovic stated.
“For me, that has been an exceptional outcome. So I’ve confirmed to myself primarily and to others that I can nonetheless compete on the highest stage and beat these guys.
“So my logic is why not preserve going so long as I’ve that fireplace and aptitude and high quality and the motivation to try this.”
Novak Djokovic not too long ago misplaced within the closing of the Australian Open to Carlos Alcaraz. (Picture: Getty)
Djokovic stays third within the ATP world rankings, regardless of enjoying fewer competitions than ever, as he focuses solely on Majors and permits his physique time to relaxation between tournaments.
And he claimed his place is just not “too dangerous” and the enjoyment of top-level competitors nonetheless drives him to play, at the same time as he approaches his thirty ninth birthday.
“I actually benefit from the thrill of competitors,” Djokovic added.
“I take pleasure in nonetheless getting on the market in entrance of the followers and being aggressive. Nonetheless quantity three on the planet, so I do not assume it is too dangerous when it comes to the rating and outcomes and performances.
“So I am nonetheless aggressive. I nonetheless have that edge, and I am going to carry on going so long as I really feel prefer it.”
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