Djokovic: Federer and Nadal are more popular than me

Novak Djokovic is currently bidding for his 5th title in Dubai and during an interview in the Emirates he shared some thoughts about his popularity.

The world no.1 has been dominating the rankings for the past few years, but he knows that he still lacks the same appeal as Roger and Nadal.

Djokovic: Federer and Nadal are still the most popular.

“Given their long-term success, Federer and Nadal are still the two most popular players although I am the world number one. But I hold nothing against anyone for that, to the contrary. It enables me to grow in a different way devoid of a certain kind of pressure. I wouldn’t say that I am not respected enough abroad and although I don’t always look back at criticism that comes my way, I am aware that it’s part of the process because it offers a different perspective.”

Let’s see if he can reverse that!

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