Roger Federer recently shared his thoughts on Novak Djokovic’s pursuit of tennis records, expressing hope that the Serbian player continues to achieve new milestones. “Hopefully Novak Djokovic can continue to break records,” Federer remarked, acknowledging the competitive nature of the sport and the challenges faced by another tennis great, Rafael Nadal. Federer noted that Nadal, too, has been navigating a difficult period and is focused on maximizing his victories.
Reflecting on his own illustrious career, Federer expressed a sense of relief following his retirement. “I feel really relieved now and I see every athlete or every person who gives the highest level that has all my respect,” Federer stated, emphasizing the immense physical and mental effort required to compete at the highest level. He mentioned the staggering number of matches he played—1,526—likening his career to running numerous marathons.
Federer candidly described the latter stages of his career, recalling the intense preparation and effort involved in each match. “It was fun, but especially towards the end I remember the warm-up, the breaks, and the warm-up to go out and play. It was a monumental effort,” he reflected. Despite the challenges, Federer acknowledged the significance of tennis in his life, remarking, “Yes, it’s just tennis, but it’s your life and you tried to do your best in front of people.”
Federer’s comments highlight his respect for the ongoing achievements of his peers while offering a personal glimpse into the demands of a career that captivated fans around the world.
Novak Djokovic in 2024
WWWWWWLWWW Now the world no.2, the Serbian played his last match on the 4th of August when he defeated world no.3 Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(3) 7-6(2) in the final in Paris to win his 99th career title.
Currently, during this season the Serbian achieved an overall 29-7 match record. Novak clinched 1 title in Paris. The Serbian got to the final in Wimbledon.
Djokovic is scheduled to play next in Cincinnati (Western & Southern Open). He will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 12th of August.
Novak Djokovic |
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