Why World No 1 Novak Djokovic opposes the 5-set format in Grand Slams

vak Djokovic recently gave his take over making a modification in Grand Slam matches. During a post-match interview in ongoing ATP Finals 2020, Serbian tennis ace described himself as a supporter of best of three matches. 17-time Grand Slam Champion divided tennis world by saying, “I am more a proponent of two-out-of-three everywhere, even though, of course, Slams have always been best-of-five.”

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vak Djokovic reveals why he wants ‘3-set format’ in Grand Slams

vak Djokovic cited higher aver of tennis fans worldwide as reason behind his preference of 3-set format in Grand Slam matches. According to a study by Magna Group, aver of audiences tuning in for ATP matches was revealed to be 61 years. Djokovic mitted that aforementioned stat was a “bit shocking” for him and he believes attention span for younger generation of tennis fans is getting shorter.

33-year-old is of opinion that sport must apt in order to attract younger generation. Serb said that certain changes must be me marketing-wise and on a commercial level in order to “really improve product”.

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ATP Finals 2020: vak Djokovic vs Daniil Medvedev

vak Djokovic lost to Daniil Medvedev 3-6, 3-6 on Thursday morning in a group st match of ongoing ATP Finals 2020. Medvedev has w qualified for semi-finals while Djokovic will w face Alexander Zverev on Friday, vember 20.

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A look into vak Djokovic's ATP ranking

vak Djokovic's ATP ranking places him at 1 in world among men’s singles players. He rose to aforementioned ranking in February this year and has remained at top since n.

vak Djokovic Grand Slams tally

vak Djokovic Grand Slams tally composes of 17 titles, thus making him third most successful men’s singles player in history. He has won eight Australian Open titles, including most recent one, between years 2008 and 2020. ditionally, Djokovic’s Grand Slam collection includes five Wimbledon titles, three US Open titles and one French Open.

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