Novak Djokovic he said still dealing an elbow problem before the contest Banja Luka (Bosnia Herzegovina) this week, with the Serb looking to get his preparations back on track for Roland Garros after an early loss at the Masters 1000 in Monte Carlo, where he fell to Lorenzo Musetti.
“My elbow is not in perfect shape, but it is good enough to be ready for the first game”Djokovic told reporters. “One of the great things about tennis is that you get a new opportunity to prove yourself every week and take a step forward,” he reflected. “Naturally, I was not satisfied with the result in Monte Carlo. But, since I landed I felt welcome in Banja Luka, with a lot of positive energy and positive emotions“, he added.
Djokovic will face Luca Van Asche, 18, in his debut after the Frenchman recorded a 1-6, 7-6 (4), 6-4 victory over three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka. “I don’t know much about him,” Djokovic said. “I thought Wawrinka would win the match, he is a fighter, fast, hard to beat. No one should be underestimated,” he warned.
Van Asche, who is ranked 87th in the world, said it was a privilege to play against Djokovic. “Novak is a true champion. Not just in tennis but in sports in general,” he added. “It will be an incredible game. I know I have to give everything to win”hill
Source: La Verdad
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