Over the entire 3 hours of the Australian Open final, Novak Djokovic was no match for Carlos Alcaraz (2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5). On the other hand, at the moment of the trophy presentation and the speeches, the Serb and his gibberish eclipsed the winner of the day. “Djoko” assured spectators at Rod Laver Arena that he had “prepared a winner’s speech and a loser’s speech.” He was only able to pronounce the second, but he was particularly inspired.
“The best word to describe what you have achieved is historic, legendary,” said the Belgrade native to world number one before moving on to a more comical register. “You’re so young, you have a lot of time left…like me.” I am sure that we will meet many more times over the next ten years,” he quipped to bursts of laughter from the audience.
“The feeling of being 2 against 1”
“Nole” also addressed Rafael Nadal, present in the stands. “I want to talk to the legend Rafa who is there,” he warned. It’s weird seeing you here and not there (on the court). It’s an honor to have shared the courts with you and to see you attend this final. It’s the first time for me, it’s strange, but thank you for being present. There are too many Spanish legends tonight. I felt like I was 2 against 1, it’s not fair. »
Finally, the unsuccessful finalist ended his speech on a mysterious note. “Only God knows what will happen tomorrow and even less in six or twelve months. It was a wonderful adventure. I love you, friends,” he said. Certainly, the “Djoker” is accustomed to these messages which leave doubt about the continuation of his career, but with each passing speech, his retirement inevitably draws closer.
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