Novak Djokovic has managed to organize a rather successful event in the Balkan, the Adria Tour. However, the exhibition attracted a lot of criticism especially from the “west” (as per Djokovic’s words) for the lack of social distancing. Given its success, in Belgrade, the stands were full and the players also enjoyed a rather “wild” party. Everything looked good, but eventually what was feared… happened.
Dimitrov back home
During the leg in Zadar, Grigor Dimitrov didn’t feel well and back in Monaco he tested positive to Covid-19 and the Tour was canceled before Djokovic had to play Rublev in the final.
Goran Ivanisevic has just announced on court that they have cancelled the final of the Adria Tour in Zadar, involving Djokovic, because Dimitrov tested postive for Covid-19. pic.twitter.com/8fcmCtC2IP
— The Tennis Podcast (@TennisPodcast) June 21, 2020
Grigor played his last match in Zadar against Borna Coric and he really didn’t look in good conditions. Dimitrov seems to be in good conditions to release a statement as below.
“Hi Everyone. I want to reach out and let my fans and friends know that I tested positive back in Monaco for Covid-19. I want to make sure anyone who has been in contact with me during these past days gets tested and takes the necessary precautions. I am so sorry for any harm I might have caused. I am back home now and recovering.
Thanks for your support and please stay safe and healthy. GD?
All the best to the Bulgarian champion for a prompt recobery. We have learned 1 or 2 things from what has happened in the Balkans.
Well, that was not a match. Something wasn't quite alright with Dimitrov. He chose not to shake hands rather just fistpump the umpire. pic.twitter.com/FmHDVlHpAZ
— Del🇪🇺 (@Stroppa_Del) June 20, 2020
Grigor Dimitrov in 2020
Currently the world no.19, Dimitrov played his last match on the 28th of February when he lost to Rafael Nadal 6-3 6-2 in the semifinal in Acapulco.
Grigor Dimitrov’s most significant accomplishment of the present year was getting to the semi-finals in Acapulco.
Novak Djokovic in 2020
Ranked no.1, Novak played his last match on the 29th of February when he overcame Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3 6-4 in the final in Dubai to win his 79th career title.
Currently, this season the Serbian has a 18-0 win-loss record. Djokovic conquered 2 titles in 2020 at the Australian Open and in Dubai.
Grigor Dimitrov and Novak Djokovic played each other 10 times. The head to head is 9-1 for Djokovic. The last time that they locked horns, Novak Djokovic won 7-65 6-4 in the semifinal in Paris (BNP Paribas Masters) in November 2019.
In the following video you can watch the key moments of their match.
