WATCH: Novak Djokovic’s heartfelt moment with kid goes viral; reports reckon this is not the first time the Serbian ‘identified’ him

Novak Djokovic won the internet with a heartwarming moment.

WATCH: Novak Djokovic’s heartfelt moment with kid goes viral; reports reckon this is not the first time the Serbian ‘identified’ him

Novak Djokovic with his young fan (via Imago)

World No.1 Novak Djokovic has had many record-breaking moments in his career. However, he had a record-breaking match at Roland Garros in the third round, where he beat Lorenzo Musetti 7-6, 6-7, 2-6, 6-3, 6-0. The match finished beyond 3 am local time. However, this is not the only thing that caught the attention of everybody on social media.

After his third-round match, Djokovic met his long-time fan Tom. The young fan supported the Serbian all the way in his third-round match. The Serbian hugged him after the match. Tom will be back on Phillipe Chatrier to support his idol on Monday. He has everything signed from Djokovic from the cap to the shoes.

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Tennis fans have noted that this is not the first time Tom has come to support Djokovic. The young fan was first seen at the 2021 Roland Garros final, where his hero came back from two sets down to beat Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final.

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Djokovic needs to reach the finals of Roland Garros to maintain his World No.1 ranking beyond this tournament. His defense of the clay slam continues on Monday.

Novak Djokovic outlasts Lorenzo Musetti in a record-breaking match at Roland Garros

Top seed Novak Djokovic faced a challenging third round against Lorenzo Musetti, enduring a five-set battle that concluded well past 3 a.m. local time. Despite initially trailing, the defending champion showcased his resilience, ultimately emerging victorious. The marathon contest set a new record for the latest match finish at Roland Garros.

Novak Djokovic and Lorenzo Musetti
Novak Djokovic and Lorenzo Musetti (via Imago)

Amidst the late-night drama on Court Philippe-Chatrier, Djokovic’s determination shone through as he fought back from a two set to one deficit to secure the win. The Serbian’s perseverance was met with an ovation from the dedicated spectators who remained until the early hours, including his supportive wife, Jelena.

Grateful for the crowd’s encouragement, Djokovic expressed his appreciation during an on-court interview, acknowledging the pivotal role of the fans in fueling his comeback during the crucial fourth set. His remarkable victory marked his 369th Grand Slam win, equaling Roger Federer‘s record. The Belgrade native also inches closer to a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title.

Looking ahead, Djokovic sets his sights on the next challenge, facing Francisco Cerúndolo in the fourth round to secure his first ATP title of 2024. The 37-year-old hasn’t even reached a final in 2024 so far, failing in the Australian Open, Monte Carlo, and Geneva semi-finals.

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