Novak Djokovic Snubs Roger Federer as He Dishes Out ‘Favorite’ Rafael Nadal Memories to John McEnroe

Novak Djokovic has had an extraordinary career. The Serbian legend recently won his 24th career grand slam at the US Open and made history by joining the likes of Margaret Court in making an elite list. However, there are moments when a player plays his best tennis and surprises everyone. After having played more than 1,000 matches throughout his diverse career, Novak Djokovic, in an interview with John McEnroe reflected on the best matches of his career.

In his revelation, he ditched his rivalry with Roger Federer, the Swiss Maestro citing that his favorite match that he has played is not with him but his rival cum friend Rafael Nadal.

Novak Djokovic reveals the best matches of his career so far

In an interview with tennis icon John McEnroe, Novak Djokovic opened up about the highlights of his illustrious career. When asked about his most cherished victories, Djokovic pinpointed two exceptional moments that have left an indelible mark on his tennis journey. First, he fondly recalled his straight-sets triumph over the legendary Rafael Nadal in the 2019 Australian Open final. This epic showdown showcased Djokovic’s sheer dominance and determination on the grand stage, solidifying his status as one of the sport’s all-time greats.

Additionally, Djokovic couldn’t help but relish his recent triumph in the 2023 Australian Open final against Stefanos Tsitsipas. This victory not only reaffirmed his remarkable staying power but also demonstrated his ability to continuously evolve and excel, even as new talents emerge in the tennis landscape.

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Djokovic’s reminiscences offer a glimpse into the mindset of a champion who continues to chase greatness, drawing inspiration from past victories while eagerly pursuing new milestones in the world of tennis.

John McEnroe believes Djokovic can play for 3-4 years more

While the longevity of Novak Djokovic is unquestionable, John McEnroe spoke in favor of the Serbian’s dominance citing that he still has 3-4 years more on the cards.

“The way he looks, it looks like he can do it 3-4 more years, the way he is going. It’s hard to believe that anyone can do it as well as he is doing even at this age. It’s unprecedented,” said McEnroe about Novak’s performances.

Thus, these words by McEnroe shed light on the dominance displayed by the legendary John McEnroe. While Novak Djokovic continues to shed his dominance on the grand stage, fans still wonder about his longevity on the courts. Also, his insights on his favourite matches reveal the ease it took him to knock out some of the best players in the world at that time.

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