Djokovic: "I’m still looking my way, my game; it is not yet as it should be"

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the serbian Novak Djokovic, number one in the world, he declared on Thursday, after qualifying for the semifinals of Belgradethat his two wins were crucial for his form, although he admitted he was still looking to regain his level after a few months of barely playing.

Djokovic won by returning to the quarterfinals Myomir Kecmanovic (38) after beating his compatriot on Wednesday Laslo Djere (50), also three sleeves after giving up the first.

“The two wins were of great importance for my overall feeling on the pitch, both in terms of the game and physically. It couldn’t be better: playing three and a half hours yesterday and almost two and a half hours today with the men. in good condition “, Djokovic stated at a press conference.

“However, I’m still looking for my form, my game; it’s not yet what it should be. But yes, I’m improving every day, and that’s what matters,” the tennis player said.

He admitted that in both duels he was “on the brink of defeat” and his rivals were better than him: “they dictated the rhythm and dominated the court in most duels,” he said.

Of course, he recognized that what served him was the experience gained in similar situations throughout his career, as well as his self -confidence.

Djokovic is regaining tournament form ATP 250 in Belgrade after previously only four games were played this year as he was banned from various competitions due to his refusal to be vaccinated against covid-19.

He will play in the semifinals on Saturday against Russian Karen Khachanov (26), who beat Brazilian Thiago Monteiro 7-5, 6-4 on Thursday.

Djokovic, 34, said he was still motivated and inspired on the court and “happy with the course of the race.”

He ensured that discipline, strategy, organization and planning were essential to adapt his body to the game of younger tennis players.

“Discipline must always be there, it must be dedicated and work with devotion,” Djokovic stressed.

Source: La Verdad

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