The world of tennis is not just about the players’ performance on the court. Their way of treating and behaving with the fans is an important factor that counts toward making them a true legend. Novak Djokovic has been a name in the tennis world, strongly claiming legendary status in the past few years. Although the Serbian is known to be a personality with complex emotions. His behavior on the court has always been unpredictable. The 2023 Wimbledon final is a classic example of this.
The 36-year-old tennis legend often surprises his fans with diverse responses. Be it breaking his racquet during the marquee Center Court clash or delivering a heart-wrenching speech after his loss. He can be fiery on one occasion. Yet, on another day, the legend can show a completely different, more loving side. Recently, a heartwarming tweet from a young fan who had the chance to meet Djokovic unveiled a side of the tennis star that the fans rarely see.
Young fan’s heartwarming response to Novak Djokovic
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While fans are familiar with his fierce and competitive side on the tennis court, there’s another side to Djokovic that’s truly satisfying. Recently, a tweet by a young fan revealed a surprising act by Djokovic as he paid a visit to the fan’s home, leaving the tennis world in awe.
The story unfolded a new chapter as the young fan tweeted to thank the 36-year-old legend, in a touching way. Referring to the surprise visit that took place almost a month ago, the kid mentioned, “Those who have not had a chance to talk to you, do not know how good of a person you are. You deserved the best!
“By coming to my humble home, you have shown me respect as you do to your own brothers.” The words laid a completely different perspective on Djokovic’s behavior and was loved by the fans worldwide.
Last month, @DjokerNole visited this little 👦
✍️ "Those who have not had a chance to talk to you, do not know how good of a person you are. You deserved the best!
By coming to my humble home, you have shown me respect as you do to your own brothers." pic.twitter.com/2y5vGh3fJ8
— TRAVEL&Sp🎾rts (@travel__Sports) October 11, 2023
As the incident marked a humane side of the Serbian tennis legend, this wasn’t the first time he presented an act of kindness.
Djokovic’s birthday song for a female fan
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This surprise visit incident wasn’t the first time Djokovic presented his loving side to the fans. In a similar event, the 24 Grand Slam titles winner adorably won millions of hearts as he sang birthday wishes to a female fan. The girl named Julie, self-announced herself as the biggest Nole fan and flew great distances to see his idol play. Acknowledging the love, Djokovic conducted this special act to make her feel special in a unique way.
An honour of a lifetime.
A privilege.
A dream come true.
✨Today, I played tennis with @DjokerNole in Belgrade, 🇷🇸 and it’s been one of the best days of my life so far.
Thank you so much, Novak. @jelenadjokovic @NovakFanClub #Djokovic
(Another video in thread below) pic.twitter.com/cysiso9K14
— Julie 🇫🇷🇬🇧 (@NDjokofan) October 22, 2021
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Djokovic’s recent encounter with the young fan acted as a heartwarming reminder that even the fiercest champions can possess a loving and humane side within. Enhancing the beauty of sports with such acts of kindness, the tennis legend set a perfect example for young enthusiasts, to treat people with love and respect.
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