Djokovic News
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RF-18
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Djokovic foundation donates 280000 EURO for a new Kindergarten in Sabac, Serbia.
https://novakdjokovicfoundation.org...on-donates-280000-eur-new-kindergarten-sabac/
https://novakdjokovicfoundation.org...on-donates-280000-eur-new-kindergarten-sabac/
Pepe Imazzing122
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I would like to point out that the reason he is in Marbella is due to that being where Pepe Imaz lives. Of course, being the last member of his team, thats who he will be coached by. Don't believe me? Look up pictures of Pepe's tennis academy.Thats the wall of his court! Amor y Paz No1e. Forever number one guru student!
ANDYbhGENIUS
Professional
This "like" button is a funny thing, but I would like this post a million times. Novak may be trying to find a way out of well-trotten paths and achievement paradigms (maybe he isn't), and how would I or anyone know what he feels like inside? That process is entirely his, and that of his family and close ones, agassi being the last of those imo.
Those who aren't coping well are not entitled to call themselves friends or fans of Novak, is how I see it. Facebook world of thinking entitles you.
Finally, some great Novak news. Good for him and the Children!
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Deleted member 3771
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I think Pepe's amor and paz philosophy doesn't work for Novak on the tennis court. He needs to have the freedom to express himself more on court.
Great to finally see Steps say something! This clears things up a little.
Stepanek: 'Agassi and I had same view, Djokovic had different opinions'
Through a Facebook post shared in the Czech language, the former world no. 8 Radek Stepanek spoke for the first time about splitting with Novak Djokovic, who had announced the news on Wednesday on his website.
It seems that Stepanek and Andre Agassi had the same views, but Djokovic had different ideas. This caused the split. 'Probably, you know that I am not coaching Novak, but even if my first coaching experience lasted for a less time, I had the big chance to work with one of the best players of all-time.
I was on the same team as Andre Agassi, who I had known especially as an opponent,' Stepanek wrote. 'It's a pity that our views with Novak changed so often, so our co-operation ended. But I could closely see how Andre works, looking at his amazing sense of tennis and empathy for every situation, and his amazing kindness.
We were not only colleagues but also true friends who have a lot of similar opinions and have a similar perception about tennis. We improved together. My close relationship with Novak remains, we are friends.
I only wish him to take the best decisions.'
Great to finally see Steps say something! This clears things up a little.
Stepanek: 'Agassi and I had same view, Djokovic had different opinions'
Through a Facebook post shared in the Czech language, the former world no. 8 Radek Stepanek spoke for the first time about splitting with Novak Djokovic, who had announced the news on Wednesday on his website.
It seems that Stepanek and Andre Agassi had the same views, but Djokovic had different ideas. This caused the split. 'Probably, you know that I am not coaching Novak, but even if my first coaching experience lasted for a less time, I had the big chance to work with one of the best players of all-time.
I was on the same team as Andre Agassi, who I had known especially as an opponent,' Stepanek wrote. 'It's a pity that our views with Novak changed so often, so our co-operation ended. But I could closely see how Andre works, looking at his amazing sense of tennis and empathy for every situation, and his amazing kindness.
We were not only colleagues but also true friends who have a lot of similar opinions and have a similar perception about tennis. We improved together. My close relationship with Novak remains, we are friends.
I only wish him to take the best decisions.'
Roddick85
Hall of Fame
What he's accomplished is set in stone, no one can touch that, and yes he's an ATG, but unless he finds his mojo and starts winning again, he simply won't be in the same category as Federer/Nadal as these 2 have left him in the dust. I do think however that his behavior of the last 2 years would affect his reputation or what he's remembered for if he was to retire tomorrow in his current state. The mental instability, the guru, burning through coaches and basically firing the entire team that made him, falling off the bandwagon overnight etc...those aren't exactly great ways to be remembered and we both know people will focus on these. Hopefully he can turn it around.
Rafa's OCD
Semi-Pro
Nadal left everyone in the dust at least 5 years ago in the eyes of Nadal fans. In reality, he hasn't distanced himself from Djokovic nearly as much as some might like to believe. If Novak ever regains his form (which I'm not convinced will happen), he can certainly catch Nadal in the Slam tally. Added to which, Novak's Slam totals can also end up more balanced than Nadal. Nadal fans are going to point to his 105 French Opens as the be-all-end-all for their guy and that's fine, but he's not dominated Novak anywhere else. Neither Nadal nor Novak is catching Federer, though, so I'm pretty comfortable with concluding that Federer has some daylight between himself and everyone else as the best player of this century (so far).
I don't blame him. Novak won 6 slams before Becker and 6 after Becker was hired. In other words Becker walked into a winning situation, whereas, Vajda started from scratch.
RF-18
Talk Tennis Guru
Djoko needs to teach his kid a bit. Right now not looking to have picked up his father's genes
Im(moral) Winner
G.O.A.T.
First time we see Stefan's face?
NuBas
Legend
Djoko needs to teach his kid a bit. Right now not looking to have picked up his father's genes
That was what I was thinking too, I was like man this kid doesn't resemble a prodigy
Yeahh, I think he is getting old enough now they will allow his face to be shown, I don't think they can hide him his entire life OR maybe Monte Carlo people are respectable that way where Novak comfortable showing him.
Mainad
Bionic Poster
Djoko needs to teach his kid a bit. Right now not looking to have picked up his father's genes
At least he's holding his own racquet!
At that age, his daddy had to have someone help hold it for him!!
NuBas
Legend
Found these on a fan page made for Stefan.
Resembles Novak a bit but his face is a lot wider
Guess it shows that talent to this extent is not just a genetic thing but really something you have to be incredibly lucky to be born with, almost like a gift from godDjoko needs to teach his kid a bit. Right now not looking to have picked up his father's genes
Checkmate
Legend
If it was all free will, 90% the pros would have the ''liquid whip'' FH of Federer. YOU HAVE to born with ''it''.
Rafa.the.Magnificent
G.O.A.T.
Does Djokovic practice at the Monte-Carlo Masters courts when he is home during the year?
joekapa
Legend
I want in.
RF-18
Talk Tennis Guru
Djokovic pressconference after Coric win. Talking about adjustments he has made to his racket, says it gives him more power and angle on his serve, talks a bit about the big 4 and next gen, some comments on Thiem, also got the question by a reporter if he thinks he will become #1 again.
Federerkblade
Hall of Fame
Nope he still skinny
Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil
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Vajda will remain Djokovic's coach at least until the end of this clay season, while Djokovic is planning to play a tournament next week, hoping for a wildcard.
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Deleted member 77403
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That is good to hear. He just needs to keep plugging away at getting matches in.
BeatlesFan
Bionic Poster
The only two events scheduled for next week at Barcelona or a 250 in Budapest. If he's smart, he plays Budapest. It's a weak field, no Nadal lurking in the draw and maybe he could gain some confidence. If Agassi and Kei could play Challengers during their comeback, Novak can (and should) play 250's.
Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil
Talk Tennis Guru
Yeah. I think he said he will decide tomorrow whether it's Barcelona or Budapest. Both are an option.
I would call the clay season start a success. Winning in 2 sets against a raging Coric and taking the No 2 clay player Thiem to 3 sets , is a fantastic start.
With a few more matches, we can be optimistic about his chances at FO. Should Nadal falter, Novak will find a way to win it just like the GOAT did in 2009.
With a few more matches, we can be optimistic about his chances at FO. Should Nadal falter, Novak will find a way to win it just like the GOAT did in 2009.
Mainad
Bionic Poster
He would be crazy to part with Vajda again now that he's got him back.
cc0509
Talk Tennis Guru
He has practically no chance to win the FO even if Nadal is hit by lightning, IMO. He's playing like a top 50 player and is having trouble with the best players. His groundstrokes aren't penetrating for the most part, his serve is below par, his movement seems reduced and his fitness is about 60% off from where it was in 2015. His big worry isn't Nadal at the moment. He needs to worry about beating players like Thiem, Zverev, Kyrgios, etc. Even if he gets back to close to his 2016 form, those younger players with powerful shots may give him trouble.
Don't spout nonsense. He doesn't look anywhere near being able to win the FO. Remember that was his weakest slam even at his very peak.
RF-18
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Djokovic: "Tomorrow I'll decide where, but I'm playing next week"
Great for him. This is what he needs to get back on top, he needs to play matches. I like the attitude.
With all due respects, majors are BO5 and Novak will elevate his game . It will need either Nadal or a Stan kind of player who can outhit Nole for over 3 hours. Very few can do it except the GOAT and clay GOAT.
cc0509
Talk Tennis Guru
How is playing some broken-down field in Budapest going to help him beat the better players in Madrid or Rome?
cc0509
Talk Tennis Guru
I'm sorry but I disagree 100% with that. His results for the past two years have told us otherwise. We saw how Novak "elevated" his game at the FO 2017 by losing in straights to Thiem. Did you actually watch him play today? Because I did for the first time since IW and to me, he looks like an average top 50 player at the moment. His groundstrokes are often weak and short, his serve is MIA, his fitness is way down, etc.
IMO, unless he improves quite a bit by the FO, many other players will be able to take him down there.
RF-18
Talk Tennis Guru
He needs match play, he needs to build up his physique and by that you need to play matches. I mean did you even watch today's match? Thiem is the 2nd best clay courter in the world and Djokovic pushed him to three sets in the shaky form he is in. In the end it was Novaks legs that hurt the outcome of the match. He was simply not able to find energy late in the third, and Thiem pounced on the opportunity.
So, what is the issue with playing Barcelona or Budapest when he needs it? Are you that clueless?
aman92
Legend
Didn't Think obileterate him last year at the French Open? And going by Today's performance Djokovic doesn't have the groundstrokes to challenge any top 5 player currently. Needs to improve massively over the clay court season
cc0509
Talk Tennis Guru
Right, it was Novak's legs which hurt the outcome of the match? Did YOU watch the match? Novak's groundstrokes were often not penetrating the court, his serve was off, his fitness has fallen off a cliff, etc.
How many winners did Novak have compared to Thiem?
All I'm asking you is, how will playing in Budapest vs a broken-down field help Novak beat better players in the bigger events? Didn't he try playing a few clown events in 2017 by playing Acapulco and Nottingham to try and do better at the bigger events with loaded fields? It didn't work out too well.
You just have to accept that he likely won't be very competitive for this clay season.
RF-18
Talk Tennis Guru
He is serving better, and he is hitting the ball much better compared to Miami and IW. As I said, he pushed the match to 3 sets, against the very first top quality opponent since AO. Thiem is one of the best players in the world, especially on clay. Not to shabby to play the way he did today considering the state he is in. Beating Coric in straights who reached QF and SF at IW and Miami where he nearly beat Federer, is not bad either.
It was obvious to everyone Djokovic was running out of energy towards the end of the third set when he got broken. That has an effect on how you play.
And, by adding tournaments to his schedule, he is clearly indicating that match play is important to him, not actually for the reason to beat 'broken down' field. But to get more matches into his legs and build up his stamina. He even said it himself that he is not as fit as he wants to be after the Coric win, he has played too little. That in result, will help him play better in the bigger events and against better players where the physical aspect and length of matches increases, cause being in shape is something that is obvious to anyone if you want your game to work at a desired level throughout matches. For you, that is not understandable obviously.
It is not even official that he is playing Budapest. Barcelona is on the cards aswell. So don't say he is playing budapest when it's not even decided yet.
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Federerkblade
Hall of Fame
Agree he needs to put on weight
He needs to improve stamina by playing and also the mental pressure which fatigues you
His minor changes to the racquet also will contribute to him not penetratating the court
Playing with a racquet with such a high swingweight over the years previously has had an effect on his arm elbow
What will be interesting is what is the swingweight now ....
I cannot remember exactly and forum members with a better memory than mine will advise whether his swingweight was 370 before the tweaks to his frame .
I personally think Novak will win a slam when the opportunity arises but he won't be beating top players in a slam the hard way...
If the draw opens up he may well take advantage of one or two if he gets things go his way
Cannot see him beating players in a tough draw and winning ...
He needs to improve stamina by playing and also the mental pressure which fatigues you
His minor changes to the racquet also will contribute to him not penetratating the court
Playing with a racquet with such a high swingweight over the years previously has had an effect on his arm elbow
What will be interesting is what is the swingweight now ....
I cannot remember exactly and forum members with a better memory than mine will advise whether his swingweight was 370 before the tweaks to his frame .
I personally think Novak will win a slam when the opportunity arises but he won't be beating top players in a slam the hard way...
If the draw opens up he may well take advantage of one or two if he gets things go his way
Cannot see him beating players in a tough draw and winning ...
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Deleted member 3771
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Any news on why Djokovic didn't shake the umpire's hand after he lost to Thiem?
Federerkblade
Hall of Fame
Just noticed he didn't ..
Surprised at novak
It was Bernades as the umpire ... May have spelt his name incorrectly ....
Is their history .. he was pressuring Novak to hurry up in between points
Surprised at novak
It was Bernades as the umpire ... May have spelt his name incorrectly ....
Is their history .. he was pressuring Novak to hurry up in between points
That sounds like Nadal, who had Bernades barred from his matches for some time.
