WATCH: “Excited to be part of the league,” Novak Djokovic looks forward to being a part of Team Falcons in his debut at the World Tennis League
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World No 5 Novak Djokovic had a perfect end to his 2022 campaign by winning the ATP Finals title for the sixth time and equaling the record with Roger Federer. The Serb will play alongside Paula Badosa, Aryna Sabalenka, and Grigor Dimitrov in Team Falcons at the World Tennis League. He conveys his excitement upon being a part of the inaugural edition of the exhibition tournament.
He had a tough start to the year due to his Covid-19 vaccination status. It all started with his deportation on the eve of his match at the Australian Open despite entering the country with a valid medical exemption which was later denied and was followed by a three-year visa ban. The former World No 1 missed all the tournaments in the North American swing, especially the US Open which impacted his overall rankings.
The World Tennis League starts on the 19th of December at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. Novak Djokovic went ahead to post the announcement message on his social media accounts. He admitted that he is quite excited to be a part of the tournament and is looking forward to creating great memories ahead of the start of 2023. He even wished his fans good wishes for Christmas and the New Year while assuring them of starting the upcoming season in the best possible way.
“Hello, tennis fans around the world. A big tennis event is coming up in Dubai, World Tennis League. I’m very excited to be a part of the league for the first time along with my teammates from Team Falcons Grigor Dimitrov, Aryna Sabalenka, and Paula Badosa. I’m looking forward to share some great moments with you guys on the court and off the court as well. There are some big names taking part in this event,” said Novak Djokovic.
Continuing his train of thoughts, he said “I’m sure it is going to be super exciting for everyone who loves our sport and the best way for us to showcase what we know on the court and hopefully bring some good laughs, some good energy, and good fun off the court for you guys as well and kickstart the season in the best possible way. And in the Christmas period, I’d like to wish everyone Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and all the very best in the upcoming 2023.“
Novak Djokovic tops the list of most ATP titles won without dropping a set
He is one of the greatest players in the sport and has been dominating the sport for the past two decades. He has won each Grand Slam title at least twice among the 21 Grand Slam singles titles in his kitty. Moreover, Novak Djokovic is the fifth player in the Open Era to win 90 or more ATP singles titles. He has been flawless with his performances after the US Open as he made it four consecutive finals on the ATP Tour and managed to win three times.
Adding to it, he won the Tel Aviv Open and the Astana Open without dropping a single set. Out of the 91 ATP singles winner titles, 38 have been Masters1000 titles. He set off another record to top the list of most ATP-1000 Masters titles won without dropping a set. Novak Djokovic has won 11 times without dropping a set which is the most by a player in the Open Era. The next two players on the list are Rafael Nadal with 8 times and Roger Federer with 7 times winning the Masters1000 title without dropping a set.
After a long ordeal, his visa ban has been overturned and is featured in the entry list for the 2023 Australian Open. It has been one of his most successful tournaments and will be aiming for his 10th title at Down Under as he makes his return after two years. Novak Djokovic will start his 2023 campaign with the Adelaide International tournament that is scheduled to take place between 1-8 January 2023.
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