Novak Djokovic is still not finding the way to success in 2022. The Serbian has barely played this year due to his refusal to be vaccinated against covid, which has prevented him from entering countries like Australia or the United States, and in recent weeks his results have not been expected.
The start of the clay court season shows a weak and lacking in energy Djokovic. Both in the duel against Davidovich in Monte Carlo and in Belgrade’s final tournament against Rublev, the number 1 in the world was shocked, something that began to worry him.
“It didn’t happen to me, first in Monte Carlo and then here. So I think it was related to the pain I went through, which was something hard physically and also in terms of health.. I think the recovery time is taking longer than I expected. I didn’t feel too tired until after the second set. I went back after a few hours of medical and change clothes to try and fight for the fight, but I only lasted two games. I feel sorry for the people, because it doesn’t look good in court, because I know they want to see me win “he said after losing to Rublev.
Asked about this disease that lowers his performance, the Serbian clarified that “It’s not covid-19, another thing I won’t detail because I think it’s unnecessary. It affects my body and my metabolism. I really want to play in Monaco. If you look at it from the positive side, it is progress. I improved physically, playing three sets. It’s annoying to have this feeling on the track, especially since I haven’t experienced it in years. I’ve always seen myself as one of the fittest players on tour, so it’s not a problem with my body. “
Despite everything, Djokovic is optimistic about the future. “I take the positive part, play a final in front of my audience. Sadly in the third set I ran out of energy. I couldn’t help but fight back. My congratulations to Andrey, who played an amazing week, he is one of the best players in the world for a reason. I lost easily in the first round. After four three set fights, all I can see is I’m tired, but I’m content to get to this point. It will help me to continue touring the land. Things are progressing, slowly, but positively. Paris is the main goal, I hope to get in shape to fight the best in five sets“he concludes.
Source: La Verdad
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