Published 12:06 IST, December 23rd 2019
Novak Djokovic reveals biggest motivation that drives him to play tennis
Talking to the press recently, Novak Djokovic stated that his motivation to keep playing tennis is to build a lasting legacy that goes beyond his achievements.
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World No.2 Novak Djokovic recently revealed that his motivation to continue playing tennis is to build a lasting legacy beyond his individual desires. Djokovic has had a good 2019, having won five titles in all. His wins at the Australian Open and the Wimbledon have taken his Grand Slam wins tally to 16. The Serbian tennis ace is currently just four majors behind Roger Federer and three behind Rafael Nadal.
“The smiling faces of these children are the best proof that what we’re doing, we’re doing right, and they are a motivation for us to keep going.”
— ATP Tour (@atptour) December 9, 2019
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Djokovic is set to have another busy year in 2020 as he will look to win Grand Slams as well as shave off tough competition from younger, rising stars of the game. However, while talking to the press, Djokovic admitted that while he could consider breaking records a goal. However, it is not the primary reason for him to keep playing the game.
Novak Djokovic has been named the ATP Men's Player of the Decade by @Tennis.@DjokerNole's resume at the US Open in the 2010s:
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) December 11, 2019
3 titles
7 finals
52-6 record pic.twitter.com/zzstkN0lkp
Novak Djokovic wants to build a legacy
The 32-year-old stated that he constantly needs to give himself fuel after identifying his source of motivation and remembering it from time to time. He suggested that it is always about finding a purpose or the reason behind playing. He stated that in the last couple of years, it's not only about winning a tennis match or a trophy but it had to be something greater than his achievements. He stated that his motivation would be something related to legacy or something that would be inspiring the lives of others, particularly children.
You've all heard of Novak Djokovic, the tennis player.
— ATP Tour (@atptour) December 14, 2019
But how about Novak Djokovic, the hurdler? 😯 👏
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10:52 IST, December 23rd 2019