WATCH: “Solid on the backhand with or without table” Fans stunned as Novak Djokovic enjoys a game of ping pong with ball kids at Paris Masters

Novak Djokovic, the former World No 1 gave a lifetime moment to cherish for the ball kids at the 2022 Paris Masters. He took off some time from his busy preparations to enjoy some light moments. Apart from the tennis court, he turned on his competitive side playing video games and mini ping pong match with the young kids.

After successfully winning two titles on the Tour, he is aiming for his third successive title. He is playing some fantastic level of tennis and seems flawless despite being unable to participate in the North American swing. He advanced to the Round of 16 and is on a 10-match winning streak without dropping a single set.

The 21-time Grand Slam winner walked into the locker room after his first-round match and soon sat down to play video games. He then went on to play a game of ping pong with one of the boys present much to the delight of the kids. He played some amazing shots to make the game a bit interesting and give the audience a moment to cherish.

While Djokovic was playing, Andy Murray went passed by and asked if he is winning as he always loves to do on the tennis court. The 9-time Australian Open champion was quick to reply “Not Really“. Shortly after he lost the match, he fell down on the ground with a sigh and then went on to shake his hands with the boy putting on a broad smile. He appreciated the time of young boys and girls while they gave a huge shoutout for him as he moved with his day.

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Twitter reacts to Novak Djokovic’ enjoying a game of ping pong with the ball kids at Paris Masters

Novak Djokovic is one of the best agile players with extraordinary tennis skills that needs no introduction. But with his skills in the game of ping pong startled people on social media and couldn’t believe his shots despite losing the match. Some even praised the Paris Masters defending champion for being generous towards the young kids giving them a moment of their life as he took out some time out of his busy schedule.

Sharing a wide spectrum of reactions online, here’s what fans had to say:

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