Novak Djokovic mentioned his seven-year-old son Stefan had gained his first event on the identical day the Serb lifted his first crown in additional than six months on the Italian Open, describing their success as a “sunshine double”.
Djokovic beat Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-0 7-6(5) to triumph in Rome on Sunday, making certain an ideal week for the world primary earlier than the French Open beginning on May 22, however the 20-times Grand Slam winner was equally happy for his son.
“The journey began efficiently. My son gained a event at this time. A sunshine double,” Djokovic mentioned, including that his son’s victory on the small membership event would stick in his reminiscence.
“I wanted him to enjoy it on the court… He was on cloud nine with the family, my parents, my wife’s parents, everybody supporting him. It’s nice.”
Djokovic mentioned he would totally assist his son if he determined to pursue a profession in tennis.
“He’s only seven… He shouldn’t feel any pressure or expectations yet, though he’s going to because it’s part of his family. He’s going to attract a lot of attention if he’s playing tennis, particularly in our country,” Djokovic added.
Turning the main target onto himself, the 34-year-old mentioned he was hitting high gear as he goals to defend his Roland Garros crown and go degree with Rafa Nadal on 21 main titles.
“I’d price myself as one of many favourites. I do not spend a lot time pondering who’s going to win it or who may need the most effective likelihood. I at all times take into consideration myself,” Djokovic mentioned.
“I go there with the highest ambitions. I like my chances. The way I’ve been feeling on and off the court in the last few weeks, I can go far.”
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
