In a surprising turn of events, world No. 1 tennis player Novak Djokovic made a special appearance on the big screen at the Rugby World Cup Final held at the State de France, eliciting cheers from the fans. Djokovic, an avid sports enthusiast, was present as a keen observer as South Africa clinched victory over New Zealand in a thrilling showdown that marked the culmination of a month-long World Cup.
During the intense rugby match, Djokovic was captured in conversation with British singer-songwriter Rita Ora, adding a touch of celebrity allure to the sporting spectacle.
While Djokovic’s familiarity with rugby remains uncertain, the Serbian tennis maestro has previously expressed his eagerness to explore and appreciate various sports beyond tennis. Notably, he recently participated in a star-studded golf competition before the Ryder Cup, underscoring his commitment to broadening his sports horizons.
“I did try to use my free time to play golf, to follow other sports as well,” Djokovic shared with the media in Paris. “I’m a big fan of basketball, so I followed all the Belgrade club matches. As far as golf is concerned, I’m not at the same level as tennis, definitely.”
Despite his diversification into different sporting activities, Djokovic’s commitment to tennis remains unwavering. He confessed to missing the competitive edge and the electrifying atmosphere of tennis tournaments, especially in Paris, where he has garnered considerable support from fans.
Djokovic’s connections with athletes from various disciplines are well-documented. His close friendship with the late basketball legend Kobe Bryant, coupled with strong relationships with soccer icon Zlatan Ibrahimovic and NFL star Tom Brady, exemplifies his dedication to nurturing associations with sporting greats.
He shared his perspective on these friendships, stating, “I try to maintain and nurture relationships with athletes from different sports because, as an athlete, of course I relate to them, I identify myself with what they are doing, and I can understand the pain, the sacrifice, the dedication.”
As Djokovic continues to compete at the ATP Masters 1000 event in Paris, his multi-faceted interests and connections with athletes across the sporting spectrum add depth to his remarkable career. Tennis enthusiasts can look forward to following Djokovic’s journey and his enduring passion for sports beyond the tennis court.
Novak Djokovic in 2023
WWWWLWWLWL At the moment ranked no.1, the Serbian played his last match on the 15th of September when he defeated world no.26 Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 6-3 6-4 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).
This season Novak has a 46-5 record. Novak has won 5 titles in 2023 in Adelaide, Australian Open, French Open, Cincinnati and U.S. Open. Novak got to the final 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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