The world no. 1 Novak Djokovic has been in the limelight for weeks now. The Serbian received criticism from the players and the press. And questions have been asked about his presidency on the ATP player board.
In a video podcast called Tennis Legends on Eurosport, three-time Grand Slam champion doubles Jurgen Melzer still has confidence in Djokovic’s leadership. With many players raising questions, Melzer believes Djokovic is still deeply involved in the board. It is difficult for World No.1 to manage everything but Djokovic can do it.
“Yes, Novak Djokovic can have an impact on the Players Council” – Jurgen Melzer
Swedish legend Mats Wilander asked Melzer the question of Djokovic’s presidency. Wilander doubted Djokovic’s presidency because he was number 1 in the world and a very busy player. So the Serbian may not have time to solve player problems and participate in calls.
“Novak is the president and number 1 in the world, he is pushing the story of the game. How long would someone like Novak spend on players’ problems? And is he capable in terms of that time? Because how do you become president and World No.1“Wilander asked.
“I think it’s a very difficult task. But when you sign up for this, you have to enter your name if you want to be the president, so I guess he thought about it and it takes time. Once you are the president, I think it is your responsibility to be there and participate in the calls and try to make it better for the players. So it was challenging for him. But I think it has always been updated. ” Melzer answered
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Melzer also talked about the Adria Tour fiasco. He said Djokovic didn’t do the right thing and at the moment it wasn’t the ideal thing for the tennis world. However, Djokovic is one of the greatest voices in tennis and can still change the whole situation around him.
“I mean you don’t have to be a professor to say ok, this wasn’t good for tennis. But I think he knows it now “ said Melzer.
“Yes, it does “Melzer that Djokovic may have an impact on the board.
Djokovic does not have coronavirus. So how he and the rest of the players react once Djokovic returns will be interesting.
