Serbian star Novak Djokovic has been on a roll of late. He defeated Grigor Dimitrov in the summit clash of the Rolex Paris Masters this week. With this win, Novak has once again established himself as the undisputed best. At the same time, the Serb took a subtle dig at his longtime rival, Rafael Nadal.
Djokovic is well ahead of his rivals, Roger Federer and Nadal, in the record race. His title victory in Paris marked the 40th Masters 1000 title of his illustrious career. He has been on a record-breaking spree this year, as he also won his 24th Grand Slam title at the US Open in September. Now, Novak is a man on a mission and has the perfect opportunity to win his seventh ATP Finals title.
Novak’s winning mentality and dedication to being the best put him ahead of everyone else. He reiterated his wish to break records once again after winning the title in Paris last night.
Novak Djokovic:
“I am going for every possible record, every record I can achieve. I never had any problem saying that; that’s why people don’t like me. I do not pretend like some do, to say that I want to achieve something and then behave differently afterwards.” 👀🔥 pic.twitter.com/8ryGQiYtPO
— Danny 🐊 (@DjokovicFan_) November 5, 2023
Djokovic has always been very honest about wanting to break and create new records. This is a stark contrast to the likes of Nadal and Federer, who let their rackets do the talking.
Fans believe that Novak’s statement is a dig at Nadal, who had a lot to say about the Serb in his interview. One fan believes that, “Nadal was right—Djokovic is the most obsessed.” Here are a few reactions to Novak’s statement.
Another instance where Faker taking a dig at his daddy without mentioning name!! Absolute pussy!! Holding grudge ever since AO22 😂😂😂 https://t.co/8BDWYucFRu
— Tony (@Salamanca_00) November 5, 2023
Nadal was right – Djokovic is the most obsessed https://t.co/KRHqcJMMMI
— Fednanen (@fednanen) November 5, 2023
Novak Djokovic has had an incredible year so far. He won three major Grand Slams and is on course to finish the year as the world number one.
Novak Djokovic uses his “aura” to his advantage
The Serb is having one of the best years of his professional life this year. Novak has ratcheted up wins, adding more and more silverware to his cabinet of trophies.
Djokovic has been the opponent to defeat this season, and most have failed to walk away victorious. Of course, this has given Novak an invincible aura. While he does not think any player is invincible, this “aura” gives him a mental edge over others on the tennis court.
Novak Djokovic says no one is invincible, but he’s glad that other players think he is:
“No one is invincible, but I am glad that there is this aura around me, that people think I am invincible & that the players feel it on the court. That’s very important to me. I want them to… pic.twitter.com/VBVA5N5xoO
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) November 5, 2023
Novak Djokovic has once again shown the world why he is considered one of the greatest players of our time. He will hope to carry this winning momentum to the ATP Finals in Turin next.
