After an afternoon full of emotions, Djokovic offered an emotional press conference in which he wanted to remember Jelena Gencic, his great tennis mentor: “A kind of mother,” he proudly said. He also made an allegation of what his parents represent for Serbian, which is important for that boy, who was born in a family without a tradition for this sport, to bet on him: “Without them it is not it will be possible,” he argued before the media.
Grand Slam number 23: “It’s not for me to say I’m the best of all time. It would be disrespectful to champions from other times when they played differently. I leave those discussions to others. I’m totally satisfied with what I’ve done and what I’m capable of. It’s also confirmation that at this point in my career I can continue to compete, to win Grand Slams.”
Ahead of Federer and Nadal: “I always compare myself to them because my biggest match in my career was against them. Somehow they define me as a player. My successes can also be explained thanks to the rivalry that exists between the three of us. I spent countless hours thinking about them, from a professional perspective. Being ahead of Roger and Rafa is special, but I also believe that everyone writes their own story. I feel blessed to be a part of this group.”
Your priority right now: “Playing Grand Slams is my priority now. Winning the first two this season is important. He was not performing in the best way on clay before competing at Roland Garros, but when he came to Paris it was different, he was definitely ready to compete against anyone. I know that any opponent would feel that playing five sets against me would be difficult. Winning is a big relief because I have a lot of pressure on me”.
New challenges: “The path does not end. Why think that my career may end soon if I still won the Grand Slam? I felt motivated to continue playing at the highest level. I’m looking forward to Wimbledon.”
Roland Garros, special: “This trophy also symbolizes my battles with myself. Paris is always the hardest to win. You never know what awaits you. I came with many ups and downs, with bright matches and other bad ones. The ground is a surface that constantly challenges you. It’s the highest mountain I’ve ever climbed.”
Her routine before the final: “I spent a lot of time on the track. In my team we say that sometimes less is more. Yesterday the priority was to recharge the batteries. Rest and get treatment. He will never forget to hit the ball in one day. Then I spent some time in the woods with my family and in the evening I watched the finals of the Champions League”.
Praise Ruud: “He’s a humble kid with a lot of talent. He has been one of the most consistent tennis players in the last five years. He is about to return to a Grand Slam final. He is talented enough to do it. When I won my first major, it took me three years to repeat my success. Not easy. You ask a lot of things. But Casper is a player who doesn’t let negative things affect him too much. You will learn from this experience and it will improve you.”
Source: La Verdad
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