As the 2024 United Cup approaches, anticipation surges as Novak Djokovic, the illustrious World No. 1 in tennis, gears up to spearhead Team Serbia in their inaugural season at the prestigious tournament. Despite falling short in qualifying for the tournament’s first edition, Djokovic and his teammates are poised to make their mark on the global stage, captained by Viktor Troicki and comprising a talented roster including Olga Danilovic, Hamad Medjedovic, Natalija Stevanovic, Nikola Cacic, and Dejana Radanović.
Recently, Djokovic and his Team Serbia comrades embarked on a well-deserved vacation to Rottnest Island in Perth, ahead of their United Cup campaign. The Serbian tennis maestro delighted fans by sharing glimpses of their excursion via Instagram stories. The captivating snapshots depicted Djokovic relishing a thrilling helicopter ride, basking in the serenity of the beach, and even capturing a delightful selfie alongside a quokka, an iconic inhabitant of the island.
As the tournament beckons, Team Serbia finds itself placed in Group E, standing alongside Team China and Team Czech Republic. Their journey commences on December 31, pitting Djokovic against Zhang Zhizhen, while Olga Danilovic takes on Zheng Qinwen in the singles matches, setting the stage for an intense and highly anticipated opening clash.
Looking ahead, Team Serbia’s schedule includes a match against Team Czech Republic on January 2, 2024, where Djokovic is set to face Jiri Lehecka, while Danilovic will compete against Marketa Vondrousova. Both gripping encounters are slated to unfold at the RAC Arena in Perth, promising riveting displays of skill and competitive fervor.
With Djokovic at the helm and a formidable lineup behind him, Team Serbia is poised to make a resounding statement in their inaugural appearance at the United Cup. The tennis world awaits eagerly as these talented athletes embark on their quest for glory, representing their nation with unwavering determination and skill on the global stage.
Novak Djokovic in 2023
At the moment ranked no.1, Novak played his last match on the 25th of November when he lost to world no.4 Jannik Sinner 6-2 2-6 7-5 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).
This season the Serbian owns an overall 56-7 match record. Novak conquered 7 titles in 2023 in Adelaide, Australian Open, French Open, Cincinnati, U.S. Open, Paris and the Nitto ATP Finals. Djokovic got to the final in Wimbledon.