World number 1 Novak Djokovic is in Paris right now as he is about to be playing at the 2023 Paris Masters. However, tennis is not the only thing he is there for. He is seen making the most of his trip in Paris as he recently attended the Rugby World Cup finals between New Zealand and South Africa along with Rita Ora.
It was not just him but also Roger Federer who was also attending the finals with his son. In fact, he and his son were dressed in the Springboks jersey to support their team. And now Djokovic has made it to another football event in Paris days before the Paris Masters begins. He made it to the Ballon d’Or ceremony.
Novak Djokovic takes a break from tennis practice as he dresses up in black to attend the Ballon d’Or
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Just the day before yesterday Djokovic was seen attending the Rugby World Cup finals and now, he has made it to one of the biggest football events with the Ballon d’Or Ceremony. At the ceremony, he was seen wearing a great black tuxedo along with the rest of the people in the audience.
Novak Djokovic attending the @ballondor ceremony in Paris. pic.twitter.com/HIxNFmgasL
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) October 30, 2023
His presence was definitely duly noted as people from the audience continued to ask for autographs and selfies with him. And the best part was that he kindly obliged and gave his time to each one of his fans, especially the little ones who surely look up to him given his remarkable achievements.
Djokovic has always been a football fan and it clearly showed in the interview he gave right on the red carpet. Let’s see what he has to say about it.
Djokovic opens up about his and his father’s love for football
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While the world number one walked the red carpet, he was interviewed about being spotted everywhere including the amazing events in Paris. To which Djokovic responded that he loves it when he gets an opportunity to be in a city where such sporting events take place. Further, he also added that he loves football. he has grown up watching football and playing with his father.
« I’m a huge football fan! So happy to attend finally the Ballon d’Or »
💬 Novak Djokovic at the #ballondor pic.twitter.com/g7uqg8bdfj
— Ballon d'Or #ballondor (@ballondor) October 30, 2023
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So being able to attend an event like this means a lot to him and he is enjoying it. Djokovic also mentioned that he is making the most of his Paris trip. He is playing and practicing tennis but on the other side also making time for other sports that interest him like this one.
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