Novak Djokovic recently shared his thoughts on Roland-Garros, his admiration for fellow Serbian athlete Nikola Jokić, and his deep connection with the late Kobe Bryant. Speaking after advancing to the fourth round in Paris, Djokovic highlighted the significance of competing at one of the sport’s most prestigious tournaments and the challenges that come with it.
The Serbian tennis star also praised Jokić, who has established himself as one of the most dominant players in the NBA. Djokovic expressed pride in seeing his compatriot excel on the global stage, emphasizing the hard work and dedication that have propelled Jokić to the top of basketball.
Djokovic’s friendship with Bryant remains a source of inspiration for him. He has often spoken about how Bryant’s mindset influenced his approach to competition, particularly during difficult moments in his career. The tennis champion recalled their conversations and the guidance he received from Bryant, which helped him navigate setbacks and maintain his focus on achieving greatness.
As Djokovic continues his journey at Roland-Garros, his reflections on these influential figures serve as a reminder of the power of perseverance, mentorship, and national pride in shaping an athlete’s legacy.
Djokovic at the French Open, ranking, and results in 2025
Currently the world no.6, Novak owns an overall 19-7 record in 2025. Novak is participating at the French Open where he beat the world no.98 Mackenzie Mcdonald 6-3 6-3 6-3
, the world no.73 Corentin Moutet 6-3 6-2 7-6(1) and the world no.153 Filip Misolic 6-3 6-4 6-2.Novak Djokovic will play the world no.81 Cameron Norrie in the 4th round on Monday at 3:00 pm on Court PHILIPPE-CHATRIER. The head to head is 5-0 for Djokovic.
Djokovic conquered 1 title in 2025 in Geneva. Djokovic was the runner-up in Miami (Miami Open).
The Serbian won 100 titles in his career: 52 on hard courts, 21 on clay courts, 19 on indoor courts and 8 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)