Novak Djokovic, the Serbian tennis sensation, has clear goals for the remainder of the year, and one of them is to finish as the year-end No. 1 on the ATP Tour. Djokovic aims to reclaim the top spot in the rankings and end the year on a high note.
In the previous year, it was the young Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz who secured the year-end No. 1 ranking, a feat Djokovic praised, particularly given Alcaraz’s teenage status at the time. Djokovic acknowledged Alcaraz as the most deserving player of that honor, considering his sensational breakout year.
While some argued that Djokovic’s triumph at the ATP Finals last year validated his status as the true No. 1, it’s important to note that Djokovic missed several events, allowing Alcaraz to accumulate enough points to finish ahead of him. This year presents a different scenario, with Djokovic currently leading the rankings, but Alcaraz remains a contender for the year-end No. 1 position.
Djokovic expressed his motivation and goals, saying,
“My greatest motivation is still love for the game. I really like competing. So as simple as that. Then, you know, I always have goals, you know, and to win another slam, to be No. 1 again, to finish the year as No. 1.”
As he prepares for the 2023 Paris Masters, Djokovic has his sights set on securing the year-end No. 1 ranking, considering his exceptional performance indoors over the years. His successes in Paris, along with his dominant display at the ATP Finals last year, make him a strong contender for this year-end achievement.
Djokovic also has other significant goals in mind. He is determined to excel in the Davis Cup and represent his country, and he eagerly anticipates the Olympic Games in Paris next year, where he hopes to win a gold medal for Serbia. These objectives reflect Djokovic’s deep-seated passion for the sport and his desire to achieve more in the coming year.
Novak Djokovic’s ambitions highlight his relentless commitment to tennis and his aspiration to continue making history in the sport. As he pursues his goals, fans can expect to witness more outstanding performances from the Serbian champion on the tennis court.
Novak Djokovic in 2023
LWWWWWWWWL At the moment ranked no.1, the Serbian played his last match on the 15th of September when he overcame world no.26 Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 6-3 6-4 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).
During this season Djokovic has a composed 46-5 record. Novak has won 5 titles in 2023 in Adelaide, Australian Open, French Open, Cincinnati and U.S. Open. The Serbian was the finalist in Wimbledon.
Djokovic will play next in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters). He will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 30th of October.
Novak Djokovic |
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