Novak Djokovic made his presence felt both on and off the court after his victory against American rising star Alex Michelsen at the Shanghai Masters. After securing a straight-sets win, Djokovic thrilled his Chinese fans by throwing his shirt into the crowd, sparking loud cheers and excitement in the arena.

The Serbian superstar, known for his connection with fans worldwide, continues to enjoy a strong relationship with his Chinese supporters. His gesture was a special way to show appreciation for their unwavering support during his time in Shanghai.

Djokovic’s performance on court was equally impressive, as he overcame Michelsen in a high-quality match. His ability to engage with fans while maintaining top-level tennis has cemented his status as a fan favorite in China, where his affection for the country is often reciprocated with overwhelming enthusiasm.

Djokovic in Shanghai, ranking, and results in 2024

Ranked world no.4, the Serbian has managed to achieve a composed 33-8 match record in 2024. The Serbian is competing in Shanghai where he bested the world no.43 Alex Michelsen 7-6(3) 7-6(9)

Novak has won 1 title in 2024 in Paris. Novak was the runner-up in Wimbledon.

Djokovic won 99 titles in his career: 52 on hard courts, 20 on clay courts, 19 on indoor courts and 8 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)

Djokovic has scheduled to compete next in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 28th of October.