“He simply stands out,” Michael Stich compares Novak Djokovic’s 24th Grand Slam title to Pete Sampras’ record of 14 Majors

Michael Stich is impressed with Novak Djokovic's record in 2023.

“He simply stands out,” Michael Stich compares Novak Djokovic’s 24th Grand Slam title to Pete Sampras’ record of 14 Majors

Michael Stich and Novak Djokovic (Via Tennisnet/The Wall Street Journal)

In the all-exciting world of sports, records created are only to be broken by another player. Recently, Novak Djokovic, the Serbian ace, has been shattering all records in the sport and doesn’t seem to slow down at all. Recently, he won yet another Paris Masters, leaving his fans in awe of his incredible talent and determination to win.

Michael Stich, a former tennis World No. 2, is particularly amazed with the amazing feats the Serb has achieved recently. 

It’s impressive. He simply stands out from the competition with everything he does. Not only is he strong in the game and physically, but his attitude towards the sport and his will are incredible.
Stich to GMX magazine

The 1991 Wimbledon further added,

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Even when it comes to titles, when Pete Sampras won his 14th Grand Slam, it was already crazy. But for Djokovic to have 24 victories today, I would never have thought it possible before.

Djokovic is a very versatile player who can adapt to all the different courts and win on them. Stitch, who himself is a former Wimbledon winner recognizes the kind of form Djokovic is currently in and applauds the Serb.

Michael Stich believes that Novak Djokovic is almost unbeatable in close sets

In a recent interview with GMX magazine, former German tennis player Michael Stich credits Novak Djokovic for his outstanding performances in recent times. 

He always plays his best tennis when necessary. In close sets, in tie‐breaks, he is simply there and, at the moment, he is almost unbeatable.
Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic (Via Tennis 365)

The World No. 1 is now gearing up for his run in the Nitto ATP Finals as the defending champion. With 6 titles behind him, the Serb looks to beat another Roger Federer record by winning this tournament. Djokovic is seemingly confident in winning and already stated that he will win this year.

With an amazing year behind him, the Serb can win this tournament as well. But seven other very deserving players fought hard to qualify and won’t lose without giving it their all. As the tournament unfolds, the fans will be eager to witness the greats battle it out against each other for the ultimate title.

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