Mar 27, 2024, 07:02 ET
Through their social networks, Novak Djokovic announced something unexpected. He stopped his employment relationship with Goran Ivanisevic, his coach for the last 5 years.
Ivanisevic and Djokovic, a successful duo. EPA
“I clearly remember the moment I invited Goran to be part of my team. It was in 2018 and Marian (Vajda) and I were looking to innovate and bring some magic to our duo. In fact, we not only brought service, but also laughter, fun, being number 1 at the end of the year, records and 12 Grand Slams (and some finals). Should I mention some drama too? Goran and I decided to stop working together a few days ago. Our chemistry on the field had its ups and downs, but our friendship was always rock solid. And that tournament never ends for us. Thank you for everything friend, I love you.”
In 2022, with the departure of Vajda, the Croatian became the head coach of Absent. This team conquered in total twelve Grand Slam titles, two ATP Finals, eight Masters 1000 and three ATP 500, among others.
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Djokovic was eliminated in January in the semifinals of the Australian Open, the first Grand Slam of the season, by the Italian Jannik Sinner, the eventual champion of the tournament, and in Indian Wells he fell in the third round against the Italian Luca Nardi, 20 years old and 123 in the ATP rankings. Later he canceled his participation in the Miami Masters 1000.
The tennis player, who adds 418 weeks at the head of the ATP, has not reported on who could replace Ivanisevic. Meanwhile, the sports portal Sports club indicates that he was seen training in Belgrade by the former tennis player and teammate of the Serbian Davis Cup team Nenad Zimonjicbut that media considers that it is unlikely that he will be their new coach.
Next step for number one? The Monte-Carlo Masters 1000 (from April 7) to start the clay season that will culminate in Roland Garros and will have as bonus track los Paris Olympic Games.
2024-03-27 11:03:01
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