Novak Djokovic considering that his success in Rome Masters 1,000 It served him to reach the point in the right way to try to re -prove his title Roland Garros after a tour of the world where it has become less.
World number 1 was defeated from the start on Monte Carlo against Alexander Davidovichthen fall to the final of Belgrade in view of Andrew Rublev and also give to Carlos Alcaraz in the semifinals of Madrid.
Djokovic failed to defend his title to Australian Open for his refusal to be vaccinated against the coronavirus and winning his first title in over six months in Rome with the added merit of doing so without giving up a set.
“The clay court is the most demanding surface, it requires a lot of mental, emotional and physical effort,” Djokovic said in his press conference on Paris. “Historically, it has taken a little and a few tournaments to be really comfortable playing on clay,” he said.
“Rome has been a very successful tournament for me in my career and it really came at the right time. I’ve always been able to stay away from that tournament, just a week before Paris, the perfect time to find form, “added the Serb.
Djokovic, who will turn 35 on Sunday, will begin his title defense against the Japanese Yoshihito Nishioka. If he reigns at Roland Garros, he will equal the record of 21 titles Grand Slam from Rafael Nadalwhich he again considered one of the favorites despite the physical problems of the Balearic Islands, winning 13 times in Paris.
“Nadal should always be on top for his records, specifically in this tournament. And then there is alcarazwhich is the history of men’s tennis in the last four or five months … He has taken a great step in quality ”, says‘ Nole ’.
“I feel like I’m always in the fight to fight for any Grand Slam title. I believe in my abilities to go far and fight for one of the most prestigious trophies in the world of tennis, ”Djokovic said.
“As a defending champion, moreover, I think I can do it again. Looking back on memories last year is something that clearly gives me goosebumps and motivates me to try to repeat the victory, “said No. 1.
“The experience accumulated touring with all these people helps you manage your strength fight after fight, find the right intensity and reach your best level at the right time. Winning a Grand Slam tournament is a dream for many players and for Yours should ‘Don’t underestimate anyone, but with all due respect to the players, in tennis and in the tournament, I believe in my chances because I’ve done it before and I know what is needed, ”Djokovic concluded.
Source: La Verdad
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