In a dazzling display of skill and determination, Novak Djokovic marked another milestone in his illustrious career by clinching his eighth year-end No. 1 finish after defeating Holger Rune in his opening match at the Nitto ATP Finals. Djokovic’s victory secured his dominance in the tennis world and further solidified his reputation as one of the sport’s greatest players.
The Serbian tennis maestro, who described the achievement as getting a “monkey off my back,” expressed his satisfaction with the 2023 season, deeming it “one of the best” in his career. Djokovic’s success in the ATP Finals adds to his remarkable year, where he has participated in 12 tournaments, winning six of them, including three Grand Slam titles. Notably, he is on a phenomenal 19-match winning streak, showcasing his unparalleled prowess on the court.
Reflecting on his 2023 season, Djokovic remarked, “I mean, the fact that I’ve won three out of four Slams and played a final in the fourth and it’s still not the best year of my life, it’s quite nice to have that kind of situation.” The Serbian tennis ace acknowledged the unique circumstances of this season, where he played fewer tournaments but strategically peaked at the right moments.
Comparing his current season to some of his previous stellar years, Djokovic noted, “It’s quite different circumstances this year comparing to all the other years because I played, what, 10, 11 tournaments this year.” Despite the lower number of tournaments, Djokovic emphasized the significance of peaking at crucial moments, particularly during the Grand Slam season.
Djokovic’s historic achievement makes this the fourth season in which he has won three out of the four Grand Slam titles. Among his other standout years are 2011 and 2015, where he displayed exceptional dominance with multiple titles, including Grand Slam victories.
Novak Djokovic has broken his own record as oldest year-end No. 1… for a second time! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/FEefPlVlxG
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Entering the ATP Finals, Djokovic needed just one win to secure his year-end No. 1 ranking. After defeating Rune, he expressed his eagerness to achieve this goal, stating, “I was very eager to win tonight’s match and get that monkey off my back.” Djokovic highlighted the significance of finishing the year as the world No. 1, considering it a monumental achievement alongside his Grand Slam triumphs.
Looking ahead, Djokovic is set to face home favorite Jannik Sinner, who has been in stellar form recently. Acknowledging Sinner’s exceptional season, Djokovic stated, “He’s been playing maybe [the] tennis of his life this year, best season of his career.” Djokovic anticipates a challenging match but remains confident in his preparation and abilities.
As Djokovic gears up for the next phase of the ATP Finals, the tennis world awaits to witness if he can continue his impressive form. With the year-end No. 1 ranking secured, Djokovic remains focused on further accomplishments, leaving fans and critics alike eager to see what the future holds for this tennis legend.
Novak Djokovic in 2023
WWWWWWWLWW Now ranked no.1, the Serbian played his last match on the 12th of November when he defeated world no.8 Holger Rune 7-6(4) 6-7(1) 6-3 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
Currently, during this year Novak has managed to achieve an overall 52-5 record. The Serbian conquered 6 titles in 2023 in Adelaide, Australian Open, French Open, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Paris. Djokovic was the finalist in Wimbledon.
Novak Djokovic |
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