Djokovi addressed Zlatan in his native language. Priceless reaction of “Ibra” Tennis

Roland Garros 2023 ended with the triumph of Novak Djokovic in the final of the men’s tournament. The Serb defeated Casper Ruud (4th ATP) 7:6(1), 6:3, 7:5 and took the lead in the number of Grand Slam events won. He already has 23 of them. In addition, he returned to the leader of the ATP ranking.

Djokovic’s eight-minute speech. He turned to Ibrahimovic

After the last ball, the traditional awards ceremony took place and the main actors of the final duel spoke. Just like on the court, Novak Djokovic dominated at the microphone. His speech lasted eight minutes.

The Serb elegantly but courteously congratulated his rival, for whom it was his third Grand Slam final – and third loser. He also thanked the staff, family and sponsors. He especially appreciated his two rivals, whom he overtook in the number of victories. “I’ve spent countless hours thinking about how to beat Federer and Nadal. These two guys have been on my mind for the last 20 years… It’s amazing to know that I’m ahead of both of them at a Grand Slam. But everyone writes their own story. “I’ve always compared myself to Federer and Nadal because they were the two biggest rivals I’ve had in my career. They defined me as a player.

The Roland Garros final brought world sporting figures to Philippe-Chatrier’s center court. The greatest excitement aroused the presence of Kylian Mbappe, the star of the French national team and the local Paris Saint Germain, as well as Zlatan Ibrahimovic sitting next to him. The Swede recently retired. At one time he played for a Parisian club.

Their presence did not go unnoticed by Novak Djokovic. – Finally, I would like to thank the football stars who are here. Giroud, Mbappe, Ibra, Tom Brady… I would like to thank everyone who is here. It’s an honor that you came here to watch my game,” he said before adding in Serbian: “Ibra, we’ve known each other for a long time, you’re my friend.” The Swedish footballer of Bosnian and Croatian descent responded with a heart folded in his hands.