'I was hoping to play against...' Djokovic makes astounding revelation before Davis Cup

Novak Djokovic will seek to continue his momentum as he will lead Serbia's challenge in the Davis Cup. The Serb claimed his 24th Grand Slam title as he defeated Daniil Medvedev in the US Open final. Serbia will face Spain in a Davis Cup group stage encounter.

3 things you need to know

• Novak Djokovic currently has 24 GS titles to his name
• Djokovic defeated Daniil Medvedev to lift his 24th GS title
• Djokovic will also participate in the Davis Cup

Novak Djokovic to represent Serbia in Davis Cup

Djokovic is now the record grand slam holder with 24 GS title to his name. The 36 year old has stiched up a rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz of Spain as both players seem to be enjoying each other companionship. They have faced each other on four occasions and the score is currently tied at 2-2 with both winning two of them.

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Alcaraz was supposed to be facing Djokovic in the Davis Cup but the former withdrew his name from the tournament following his defeat in the US Open.

Novak Djokovic lauded Carlos Alcaraz ahead of Davis Cup

The prospect of facing Alcaraz again could have been the highlight and Djokovic insisted he was going to face Alcaraz on the court.

“The truth is that I was hoping to play against Carlos here in Valencia. He is a player whom I respect a lot. Every time I have faced him they have been very tough matches, he is a person and an incredible player. First with Rafa, now with Alcaraz, Spain has a great tradition in tennis. But hey, I am from Serbia and these days I am going to do everything possible to win against Spain.”

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Djokovic will be pitted against Alejandro Davidovich and the Serbian seems to be excited ahead of the game.

“Alejandro is a friend of mine, he is a very close person to me and my family. In the last two or three years we have trained many times together on the Marbella Tennis club court, it will be a very difficult match for both of us. I’m happy to be in Valencia, it’s been a long time since I’ve been here. I think the last time was more than fifteen years ago."

Interestingly, Carlos Alcaraz pulled out of Davis Cup  after his semifinal defeat to Daniil Medvedev. The loss took a steep toll on her, as the Wimbledon champ mentioned that he needs to 'recharge the batteries'. It would be interesting to see when will Carlos make his return to the court.