Djokovic News

[Texas Tennis Fan]

Not sure what you mean by "ending his #1 prematurely.

I hope he plays Miami because I could see Nadal skipping Rotterdam and not going to Miami because it is the only one in the US this year (so far).

Djokovic likes the surface and could increase his points by 910 if he were to win.

A detailed analysis suggest that Nadal still has a slight advantage over Medvedev about stealing the #1 from Djokovic, but not by much. Points he wins early in the season are just as good, if not better than points later in the season. Better because if there is little hope of Nadal taking the no. 1 ranking then he will tend to shut things down earlier. Anyway, it probably all has to do with his muscle injury and when it can heal. He has about 4 1/2 weeks to let that happen.

 

[onyxrose81]

I honestly doubt he’ll play Miami. It just seems like a bit of a pain, just coming to the US for one tournament and being apart from his family, which he just said was hard. Playing it would help keep his #1 but I don’t think he cares too much about that now that he has the record. He’s already said he plans to reduce his schedule.

 

[NoleFam]

Cloud 9 @NoleFam

This is AWESOME. I missed the notification for this somehow.

 

[Texas Tennis Fan]

I honestly doubt he’ll play Miami. It just seems like a bit of a pain, just coming to the US for one tournament and being apart from his family, which he just said was hard. Playing it would help keep his #1 but I don’t think he cares too much about that now that he has the record. He’s already said he plans to reduce his schedule.

I don't think there are the restrictions in Miami that he had in Australia, meaning his family could join him. I am sure he would want to win the YE #1 and playing at Miami could really give him a lot of points though it depends on his recovery from the injury.

 

[Milanez82]

Are people allowed to watch sports live in Miami?

 

[Villain]

Are people allowed to watch sports live in Miami?

People can do anything in Miami.

 

[onyxrose81]

People can do anything in Miami.

The loud laugh I did reading this...

The same is true for Texas.

 

[Hitman]

Cloud 9 @NoleFam

This is just insane!

 

[Hitman]

 

[Doctor/Lawyer Red Devil]

Alright guys I'm out for a while. Many work and personal projects ahead of me, got to give them my full attention now especially with Australian Open over. Still ecstatic how our man recovered.

Maybe I will drop by and deliver a tribute post of sorts here on 8th of March but that is all you will see of me until Wimbledon at least. You all take care, and don't ever change.

 

[Enceladus]

Novak Djokovic | Road to Champion - Australian Open 2021

 

[Shaj]

I was just going through his path to Glory of AO 2021..It just seems miraculous.

.Forget having an injury,
opponents like Tiafoe,Fritz,Raonic,Zverev are a formidable lot under any circumstances..anybody is bound to lose gass in between..But they way he fought out those matches is just incredible..And with a stomach tear,how in the world did he pull it off?

I mean imagine playing a Top 10er like a Raonic straight after a stomach tear..And that too closing out in 4..And lot of losers are underrtating Zverev here but he is a top player and closing him out in 4..

He just gives reason to believe that Miracles do happen in Real Life..

 

[Texas Tennis Fan]

It is big that Nadal is skipping Rotterdam where he could diva picked up 500 points on Nole.

My hope is he also stays away from Miami since 1) he has never won there; 2) the payouts are low this year; 3) Nole might still play there and can pick up points on Nadal.

I am really optimistic that Nole can pick up another YE #1 plus almost all if not all weeks at N0. 1. Medvedev will likely become No. 2 in the world in the next month and could briefly hold number one if he does really well in clay season which has not been his best surface. However, he has almost 7,000 points to defend after the Olympics and so I think Djokovic will pass him then if Medvedev has captured No. 1.

 

[Deleted member 762343]

It is big that Nadal is skipping Rotterdam where he could diva picked up 500 points on Nole.

My hope is he also stays away from Miami since 1) he has never won there; 2) the payouts are low this year; 3) Nole might still play there and can pick up points on Nadal.

I am really optimistic that Nole can pick up another YE #1 plus almost all if not all weeks at N0. 1. Medvedev will likely become No. 2 in the world in the next month and could briefly hold number one if he does really well in clay season which has not been his best surface. However, he has almost 7,000 points to defend after the Olympics and so I think Djokovic will pass him then if Medvedev has captured No. 1.

The wise choice would be to come back for the clay season.

 

[BeatlesFan]

My hope is he also stays away from Miami since 1) he has never won there;

There's no need to hope, it's almost a mathematical certainty Nadal will not play Miami. Why on earth would he when it entails a trip to the COVID-ridden USA, a mandatory quarantine after that and then only to play one HC event prior to clay season? It makes no sense, it won't happen.

 

[Texas Tennis Fan]

The wise choice would be to come back for the clay season.

Certainly if he is not healthy I agree.

 

[Texas Tennis Fan]

There's no need to hope, it's almost a mathematical certainty Nadal will not play Miami. Why on earth would he when it entails a trip to the COVID-ridden USA, a mandatory quarantine after that and then only to play one HC event prior to clay season? It makes no sense, it won't happen.

There's no need to hope, it's almost a mathematical certainty Nadal will not play Miami. Why on earth would he when it entails a trip to the COVID-ridden USA, a mandatory quarantine after that and then only to play one HC event prior to clay season? It makes no sense, it won't happen.

I think you are probably right and I think that taking over No. 1 or having the YE #1 is harder for him since he is primarily a clay court specialist and so he may not be tactical about the points.

 

[pasta]

Djokovic will not play Miami ... with the latest "price money" controversy he is better off staying away from Miami ...

And proving his point ... !!!

 

[Centrius]

The wise choice would be to come back for the clay season.

Hope Nole is going to play Monte Carlo, Rome and Paris. What do you think about that schedule?

 

[pasta]

Hope Nole is going to play Monte Carlo, Rome and Paris. What do you think about that schedule?

This is what is going to happen ...

Monte Carlo + easily winnable clay + RG ... defending ...

Madrid is an option to replace Monte Carlo ... if it is not included in ranking points already ...

2 "warm up" tournaments before Grand Slam/RG is what "new" old Djokovic needs ...

10-12 tournament schedule. With COVID still going on ... that is plenty !

 

[Deleted member 762343]

Hope Nole is going to play Monte Carlo, Rome and Paris. What do you think about that schedule?

I think he's defintely playing Rome but I have my doubts about Monte Carlo. As he said it himself, this isn't only about his injury, he wants to have a lighter shedule because he's old, wants to peak on slams and needs to spend time with his family which he misses. So I'd say the only clay events he's gonna play are Madrid, Rome and RG. As for the next tournament he's gonna play, it's hard to predict because it entirely depends on how much time he needs to fully heal. But I wouldn't see the point of playing Miami, considering the clay season starts just after it.

 

[airchallenge2]

He might have to play Monte Carlo to show appreciation for the residency there. Madrid is not necessary.

 

[Tennisbg]

Any news how his recovery is going on?

 

[Tarkovsky]

I think he's defintely playing Rome but I have my doubts about Monte Carlo. As he said it himself, this isn't only about his injury, he wants to have a lighter shedule because he's old, wants to peak on slams and needs to spend time with his family which he misses. So I'd say the only clay events he's gonna play are Madrid, Rome and RG. As for the next tournament he's gonna play, it's hard to predict because it entirely depends on how much time he needs to fully heal. But I wouldn't see the point of playing Miami, considering the clay season starts just after it.

I recon he'll play Monte Carlo and/or Belgrade depending on family arrangements, and then Rome and RG. I don't think he needs to play Madrid, it might be too tiring before RG.

 

[JadeC]

Don't see him playing Miami either. Why make the trip to the US for just one tournament, even if he wasn't injured? I think Rome and Paris are definite. Monte Carlo and Madrid I'm unsure about, if he plays it'll just be one of them.

 

[Nadal_Django]

Don't see him playing Miami either. Why make the trip to the US for just one tournament, even if he wasn't injured? I think Rome and Paris are definite. Monte Carlo and Madrid I'm unsure about, if he plays it'll just be one of them.

If he is ready, he will play Belgrade, Rome and FO. If the injury needs more time to heal, then only Rome and FO.

 

[UnforcedTerror]

No way you see him in Miami. I think he plays Monte Carlo, Belgrade and Rome.

Monte Carlo is where he lives.
His brother is the tournament director of Belgrade.
Rome is Rome.

 

[Shaj]

It is big that Nadal is skipping Rotterdam where he could diva picked up 500 points on Nole.

My hope is he also stays away from Miami since 1) he has never won there; 2) the payouts are low this year; 3) Nole might still play there and can pick up points on Nadal.

I am really optimistic that Nole can pick up another YE #1 plus almost all if not all weeks at N0. 1. Medvedev will likely become No. 2 in the world in the next month and could briefly hold number one if he does really well in clay season which has not been his best surface. However, he has almost 7,000 points to defend after the Olympics and so I think Djokovic will pass him then if Medvedev has captured No. 1.

Its a common knowledge that Nadal is a walking wreck these days, he is just saving himself for the Clay, its the only thing that he can do and only thing he should do.

 

[TheAssassin]

Thought Belgrade was abolished for good lol. Back on the Tour calendar? Interesting.

If he fully recovers by April he should play there and in Monte Carlo. That is his only window of gaining points until after Wimbledon. After the summer he can finally start with lighter schedules going forward, especially if his YE #1 prospects remain strong by then.

 

[Villain]

Thought Belgrade was abolished for good lol. Back on the Tour calendar? Interesting.

If he fully recovers by April he should play there and in Monte Carlo. That is his only window of gaining points until after Wimbledon. After the summer he can finally start with lighter schedules going forward, especially if his YE #1 prospects remain strong by then.

I have a feeling he’s going to pick up some points at RG.

 

[ABCD]

I have a feeling he’s going to pick up some points at RG.

Psychologically, he has never been in a better position. No expectations for the first time in many years, and that is great position to be in.

 

[Villain]

Psychologically, he has never been in a better position. No expectations for the first time in many years, and that is great position to be in.

Hopefully, he’ll put less pressure on himself since he won the AO. After what happened at the USO, he put too much pressure on himself at RG last year and played tight. Maybe then he’ll swing freely and play like he’s gambling with house money. Only way to compete with Nadal there.

 

[Nadal_Django]

Yeah, if he is healthy, he definitely plays Belgrade. The Belgrade tournament has one year license, next year Belgrade is not on the ATP calendar, and with the new Davis Cup format, it's probably one of the last Djokovic's opportunities to play in front of home crowd, with all the crowd restrictions of course. He was really emotional last year at the Adria Tour, and something tells me that he would want to play in his hometown this year as well. Playing Belgrade would probably mean no MC as well, as the tournaments are just week apart. So let's see what happens.

 

[TheAssassin]

I have a feeling he’s going to pick up some points at RG.

That would be stunning. But it's on Nadal's racket until his clay form drops drastically. I am hyped for Wimbledon more than any other tournament now. Especially since we didn't have it last year.

 

[Villain]

That would be stunning. But it's on Nadal's racket until his clay form drops drastically. I am hyped for Wimbledon more than any other tournament now. Especially since we didn't have it last year.

You’re absolutely right, I’m just ignoring my brain and going with my heart. It would be unbelievable, but yeah, he needs this Wimbledon bad. I hope he gets in a grass warm-up this year to really get him ready.

 

[RF-18]

 

[Hitman]

Next up, the double career slam and 19 in Paris!

 

[Biotic]

Next up, the double career slam and 19 in Paris!

Don't you think it's too late for that?

 

[RF-18]

Don't you think it's too late for that?

As long as he is playing and in the tournament there is always a chance.

 

[Hitman]

Don't you think it's too late for that?

He's the not fav obviously, but his eulogy there is not written. If he sees an opening, he will take it.

 

[Biotic]

He's the not fav obviously, but his eulogy there is not written. If he sees an opening, he will take it.

RG is an interesting case. After series of tough defeats at the hands of Nadal, Federer's only title came right after 2008 humiliation, and Djokovic's after 2015 heartbreak. Is it really always darkest before the dawn?

 

[Hitman]

RG is an interesting case. After series of tough defeats at the hands of Nadal, Federer's only title came right after 2008 humiliation, and Djokovic's after 2015 heartbreak. Is it really always darkest before the dawn?

Always be19eve

 

[rUDin 21]

RG is an interesting case. After series of tough defeats at the hands of Nadal, Federer's only title came right after 2008 humiliation, and Djokovic's after 2015 heartbreak. Is it really always darkest before the dawn?

It was only fair for both players to finally win after Nadal tortured them both for so long.
Sadly Murray at AO didn't have the same moment.

 

[InsideOut900]

He's the not fav obviously, but his eulogy there is not written. If he sees an opening, he will take it.

Screw RG, I want another USO.
That would round up his resume nicely.

 

[Hitman]

Screw RG, I want another USO.
That would round up his resume nicely.

Why not both? Why not the world chico and everything in it?

 

[Biotic]

It was only fair for both players to finally win after Nadal tortured them both for so long.
Sadly Murray at AO didn't have the same moment.

Murray chose No1 instead.

 

[rUDin 21]

Murray chose No1 instead.

He had a chance in 2017 but lost to freaking Mischa Zverev.

 

[Ogi44]

Why not both? Why not the world chico and everything in it?

I think this is the year when he will cement his legacy. Stars are aligned. AO win gave him necessary boost for the final push.

 

[TheAssassin]

A collection of 18 great shots/points from Djokovic during the road to his 18th Slam:

 

[Hitman]

A collection of 18 great shots/points from Djokovic during the road to his 18th Slam:

The Delicious 18 from Earth's Mightiest.