Novak Djokovic ‘thanks’ Ivan Gakhov for wearing his shoes during their Monte Carlo clash

Djokovic thanks opponent for wearing his signature shoes during Monte-Carlo Masters match.

Novak Djokovic ‘thanks’ Ivan Gakhov for wearing his shoes during their Monte Carlo clash

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The top-ranked tennis player in the world, Novak Djokovic, won the opening match of the Monte Carlo Masters in a hard-fought two-set triumph over Russian qualifier Ivan Gakhov. The tournament’s two-time champion Djokovic defeated Gakhov in a tiebreaker to win the opening set before cruising to a 6-2 triumph in the second.

After the match, Djokovic revealed that he had a conversation with Gakhov about his signature Asics footwear. The Serbian player noticed that Gakhov was wearing his shoes and thanked him for it. Djokovic also asked Gakhov whether the shoes served him well, to which the Russian replied, “Maybe not today but generally.“

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Despite the loss, Gakhov’s gesture of wearing Djokovic’s shoes and expressing his admiration for the Serbian player’s career shows the respect and camaraderie that exists among tennis players. This spirit of sportsmanship is what makes tennis such a unique and inspiring sport.

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Novak Djokovic‘s gritty win over Ivan Gakhov in the Monte Carlo Masters was not only a testament to his skill and tenacity but also a reminder of the respect and camaraderie that exists among tennis players. Djokovic’s conversation with Gakhov about his signature Asics footwear and Gakhov’s admiration for Djokovic’s career highlights the spirit of sportsmanship that makes tennis such a special sport.

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Rising star Ivan Gakhov makes waves in tennis world with impressive performances

Ivan Gakhov
Ivan Gakhov

Ivan Gakhov may not yet be a household name in the tennis world, but he’s certainly making strides toward becoming one. The 26-year-old Russian has been making waves in the tennis scene with his impressive performances in recent tournaments, including a match against World No. 1 Novak Djokovic at the Monte Carlo Masters.

Gakhov may not have won his match against Djokovic, but he certainly gained the respect of the tennis star. Djokovic even thanked Gakhov for wearing his signature shoes during the match, and the two had a conversation about it afterward. Djokovic also revealed that Gakhov told him he admired his career, which Djokovic described as a “very nice” gesture.

Gakhov has won one ATP Challenger title in singles at the 2023 Girona Challenger and one in doubles at the 2018 Fergana Challenger. Gakhov’s playing style is characterized by his strong forehand and aggressive approach to the game. He has been praised for his fighting spirit on the court, and his ability to stay calm under pressure. These traits, combined with his natural talent, have made him a rising star in the tennis world.

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