“He is definitely the man to beat,” Novak Djokovic looks unbeatable this season believes Fernandez
Mary Fernandez rates very highly of Novak's current form and predicts his success in the rest of the season.
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The former world No.4, Mary Joe Fernandez speaks highly of the Serbian, Novak Djokovic. The current world No.1 has been sensational in the recently concluded Australian Open and looks untouchable at the moment. Joe, who is the wife of Roger Federer‘s agent had recently talked in a podcast and expressed her opinion on Novak’s game and how good he is currently.
The 35-year-old had been in sublime touch despite his hamstring injury. He already won two titles this year including one Grand Slam title. It’s not just his wins, but the way he dominated in these tournaments fascinated many experts and fans. Novak is currently under recovery from his hamstring injury and he also requested special permission to enter the U.S.A to play in Indian Wells and Miami Open.
Speaking in the Holding Court with Patrick McEnroe podcast, she said “He is definitely the man to beat every time he steps on the court. He seems to find top speed when he needs it most. His serve is a good weapon now. And no one returns better than Novak Djokovic. He will be very difficult to beat this year if he stays in good health.”
Novak Djokovic is currently under threat of losing his world No.1 rank back to Carlos Alcaraz. The Spaniard is also in good form and won the Argentina Open after his return from the injury and is currently playing in the Rio Open. Novak is missing out on playing a few of these ATP tournaments due to his injury concerns. However, both these players are likely to play in Indian Wells provided Nole gets an entry.
Novak Djokovic Matches Steffi Graf’s Record for Most Weeks as World No.1
Novak Djokovic has reached another significant achievement by matching Steffi Graf’s record for the highest number of weeks spent as the world’s No.1-ranked tennis player. Djokovic had already broken Roger Federer’s record for the most weeks spent as the men’s world No.1 in March 2021, with a total of 310 weeks. As of Monday, Djokovic has now reached 377 weeks in the top position, bringing him level with the great German player Graf.
Although Novak Djokovic’s longest uninterrupted stretch as world No.1 lasted for 122 weeks from July 2014 to November 2016, he is still behind Roger Federer (237 weeks), Jimmy Connors (160), and Ivan Lendl (157) for the longest consecutive period at the top of the rankings.
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