Djokovic confirms his presence in RPM and trusts Auss…

Rafael Nadal did the same with his coach Carlos MoyaNovak Djokovic, currently in Belgrade, prepares for the home stretch of the 2022 season and confirmed his intention to compete at the Rolex Paris Masters (October 31-November 6) and ATP in an interview with Serbian media outlet Sportal. Finals (November 13-20), in Turin.

The former world No. 1 is aiming for a seventh title in Paris, where he holds the victories, and a sixth in Turin, which would allow him to equal Roger Federer’s record. Djokovic took the opportunity to take stock of his situation surrounding the Australian Open, after three years on a visa suspension. Should have been excluded from the territory at the beginning of the year, under known conditions. The whole question is whether this suspension will be liftedAs indicated by the (new) Australian federal government.

“As far as Australia is concerned, there are positive signs, but it remains unofficial at the moment,” explained the player with 21 Grand Slam titles. “We are communicating with the Australian authorities through my lawyers. I hope to have an answer in the next few weeks. Whatever that answer is, I hope it comes soon so I can organize myself. If I can play, I hope I will have enough time to prepare.

Nine-time winner Novak Djokovic doesn’t want to dwell on the past anymore. “I’ve moved on from what happened this year and really want to go. I love to play tennis and that’s what I do best. Australia has always been my best place to play tennis and the results speak for themselves so I’m very motivated.

Many masks fell. Throughout the process, I was interested in observing how some people interacted with me. I learned from it.”

Novak Djokovic

Regardless of the outcome of these two major tournaments he has left, the 2022 season will be tough for Novak Djokovic, full of experiences he has not experienced in the past, even if he wins his 21st major title at Wimbledon.

“It’s been an interesting and special year,” positive player for his part. “I always try to take positive things from the experiences I go through, it’s part of my character and my approach to life. Everything that happened in Australia and after – the way people treated me wasn’t very pleasant – helped me learn valuable lessons. Lessons about myself, lessons about life. And how do I get ahead in this world, especially the tennis world,” Noll added.

“Many masks have fallen. Throughout the process, I found it interesting to observe the way some people interacted with me,” he continued. “I keep going, motivated and inspired. I love this sport and I want to give my all in every training because every day is different. There is always a kind of excitement, the unknown, it is a challenge that is constantly renewed. Young people are coming and they are hungry to win and that gives me extra motivation. gives

Coming back to the health situation, the Serb reiterated his hope that the situation will return to normal this year, mainly with regard to entry rules in two countries, Australia and the United States. “Some of the biggest tournaments in the world are held there. I respect the fact that we can have a different way of thinking than mine (compared to his vaccine situation, editor’s note). After all, I never tried to offend anyone or disrespect anyone in any way. I have always tried to show that it is important for everyone to have the right and freedom of their choice.

“For my people, I know there will be consequences like not being able to go to the US. For Australia, it’s different because I had an exception and finally what we knew happened. I’m still waiting for clearance. It’s good that the country is now open to non-vaccinated foreigners. I hope my clearance will be lifted now. .As I said it is not in my hands…”