Emotional Djokovic posts heartfelt message for Kobe Bryant’s birthday

Novak Djokovic remained shocked like the rest of the world when he learned about the tragic departure of Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna following a helicopter crash (26th of January). Novak was particularly shattered for what happened as he was very close to Kobe that used to be his mentor for long.

On Monday, Kobe would have turned 42 and Novak posted an emotional drawing of him with Kobe saying: “Happy birthday, Kobe. #MambaForever

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Novak Djokovic in 2020

Now the world no.1, Novak played his last match on the 29^th of February when he overcame Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3 6-4 in the final in Dubai to win his 79^th career title.

At present, this year Novak has a 18-0 win-loss record. Djokovic clinched 2 titles in 2020 at the Australian Open and in Dubai.