Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam winner and tennis legend, holds a remarkable record across the ATP Masters 1000 tournaments, having won titles at all nine prestigious events. Among these tournaments, Djokovic has singled out the Indian Wells Open as “one of the best tournaments in the world,” expressing his anticipation for his return to the iconic Tennis Paradise.
Reflecting on his past successes at Indian Wells, Djokovic reminisced about his inaugural victory in 2008, where he triumphed over American Mardy Fish in a thrilling three-set final. This victory marked a significant milestone in Djokovic’s career, setting the stage for his subsequent dominance at the tournament.
“It’s probably the favourite Masters tournament of so many players including myself. I can’t wait to come and perform once again in front of some of the best tennis fans that we have out there on the tour,” Djokovic remarked, highlighting the widespread admiration for the Indian Wells event among players.
Djokovic’s illustrious history at Indian Wells includes multiple title triumphs, with notable victories over formidable opponents such as Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. His consistent success at the tournament underscores his mastery of the Tennis Paradise venue and its unique challenges.
“I was fortunate to win the tournament another four times and played some epic matches in the finals of Indian Wells tournaments against [Roger] Federer and [Rafael] Nadal and many of the great players in that era. I’m really looking forward to coming back,” Djokovic recalled, emphasizing the significance of his past encounters at Indian Wells.
Despite missing the most recent editions of the event due to various reasons, including vaccination requirements and personal decisions, Djokovic’s excitement for his return to Indian Wells remains palpable. As he prepares to once again grace the courts of Tennis Paradise, Djokovic’s admiration for the tournament serves as a testament to its status as a premier destination on the ATP Tour calendar.
Novak Djokovic’s endorsement of Indian Wells as “one of the best tournaments in the world” underscores the event’s enduring appeal and its significance within the tennis community. With anticipation building for his return, Djokovic’s presence promises to add further excitement to the illustrious history of the Indian Wells Open.
Novak Djokovic in 2024
WWWWLWWLWL Ranked no.1, Novak played his last match on the 26th of January when he surrendered to world no.3 Jannik Sinner 6-1 6-2 6-7(6) 6-3 in the semifinal of the Australian Open (draw).
Currently, during this season Novak owns a 7-2 match record. Novak Djokovic’s latest run at the Australian Open was the best achievement of his season.
Djokovic has scheduled to compete next in Indian Wells (BNP Paribas Open). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 4th of March.
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