Novak Djokovic’s Split With Goran Ivanisevic Draws a Harsh Reaction From Jimmy Connors – ‘Always the Coach’s Fault’

Novak Djokovic is in search of his new coach. The world’s number one just a few days ago announced that he has split with his long-time coach, Goran Ivanisevic. Even though both of them together had a great 2023, they faced a disappointing start to 2024. With a sarcastic ‘isn’t it funny?’ approach, Jimmy Connors recently opened up about the harsh reality that tennis coaches often face.

The 71-year-old former American tennis player shared his take on the Serbian tennis player’s coaching change. While taking a dig at Djokovic’s recent decision, Connors also talked about how sometimes a player-coach relationship becomes too saturated to produce something extraordinary.

Jimmy Connors’ Strong take on Novak Djokovic’s coaching change

There are a lot of debates and discussions going on regarding why the 36-year-old Serbian tennis player decided to take this huge step. Last year, Novak Djokovic won 3 out of the 4 major titles, and yet he decided to bid adieu to his 6-year-long coach. Recently, in the latest episode of Advantage Connors, the 8-time Grand Slam champion, shared his opinion.

Connors said, “Yeah, fresh set of eyes. Maybe. You know that? You know, always are important. But yeah, I think you know, sometimes shaking it up. But But isn’t it funny? It’s always the coach’s fault. The time to get rid of the coach.

Providing more insight on the possible reasons behind Djokovic’s decision, Connors added, “Sometimes you just need a break, and you need to shake it up and to, see what else can you know, can come of it, you know, maybe Goran has taken him and given him as much as he can.”

There were different ways in which both of them could have tried to work things out, and Novak Djokovic has chosen to find a new coach. After making the huge announcement, Novak Djokovic shared his thoughts on what’s coming next—the new coach joining his team.

Djokovic’s perplexed thoughts on his new coach

At a news conference held in Belgrade recently, questions about his new coach were posed to the 24-time Grand Slam champion. He answered straightforwardly, admitting that he had no idea about who would take over as coach or even if one would be appointed at all.

Novak Djokovic stated, “Concerning my following stage about a coach for me I don’t have any clear idea who that might be and if anyone will be. I have always had coaches by my side, since I was young. I am trying to feel what is good for me in this moment.”

This revelation came into light just a day after his split with Goran Ivanisevic, with whom he had a great six-year coaching relationship. Nevertheless, what are your thoughts on Novak Djokovic’s decision to make this huge coaching change? Do let us know in the comments section below.

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