Djokovic Tennis Legacy Beyond 40, Inspired by Legend Tom Brady
Discover how Novak Djokovic draws inspiration from NFL legend Tom Brady, aiming to extend his tennis career well into his 40s. Read about Djokovic’s reflections on 2023.
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Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, unequivocally denies any thoughts of retirement and expresses a robust aspiration to emulate the enduring career of American football legend Tom Brady. Drawing inspiration from Brady, who retired at the age of 45 after 23 seasons in the NFL, Djokovic is keen on extending his playing career well into his 40s.
While in Riyadh for an exhibition match against Carlos Alcaraz, Djokovic highlighted the valuable lessons he learned from Tom Brady. He acknowledged Brady’s dedication to self-care, recovery, and holistic well-being as key factors contributing to the football icon’s prolonged success. Djokovic stated, “I know him personally and I learned a lot from him, from his example, and hopefully I can have a career that goes up to 40 or maybe even beyond.”
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Expressing confidence in his physical condition, Djokovic emphasized the joy of playing high-quality tennis and reflected on his exceptional 2023 season, during which he secured seven titles, including two Masters 1000 titles, three Grand Slams, an ATP 250 title, and the ATP Finals. The Serbian tennis maestro concluded the year by securing his eighth year-end No.1 finish, solidifying his legendary status in the sport.
Djokovic remains focused on his pursuit of greatness, aiming to add to his record 24 Grand Slam titles, which include 10 Australian Opens, and his remarkable tally of 40 ATP Masters 1000 titles in the upcoming 2024 season.
-IANS