MADRID, 29 Ene. (EUROPA PRESS) –
The Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic has recognized that this Australian Open, in which he has been proclaimed champion for the tenth time after beating Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final (6-3, 7-6(4), 7-6(5) )), it has been “one of the most complicated tournaments” he has played in his life, so this Sunday is perhaps “the greatest victory” of his sports career.
“This is one of the most difficult tournaments I’ve played in my life,” he said after his victory. “It’s a long journey. My whole team and my family know what we’ve been through in the last four or five weeks and this is probably the biggest win of my life,” he continued.
The Balkan, who in 2022 could not participate in the tournament after being deported for not being vaccinated against the coronavirus, arrived at the tournament with a problem in his left hamstring. “I didn’t play last year, I came back this year. I want to thank everyone who made me feel welcome for their support. There’s a reason I played my best tennis on this court, against the legendary Rod Laver. Thank you very much for being here. present tonight,” he said.
TSITSIPAS: “YOU MAKE ME BETTER WHEN I’M ON THE COURT”
The Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas surrendered to the new milestone of the Balkan, who has equaled Rafa Nadal (22) at the top of the ranking of tennis players with the most Grand Slam titles. “Novak, I don’t know what to say. I think it speaks for itself what you’ve accomplished so far. The numbers are there, so congratulations. Not only to you, but for having such a supportive family. It’s been an incredible journey for you. and I admire what you have done for our sport,” he said.
“You make me a better player when I’m on the court. Novak brings out the best in me and these are the matches I’ve been working for all my life. He’s one of the best in our sport,” said the Greek, who had already lost to the Serbian in the final of another ‘big’, Roland Garros 2021.
