‘Bit of a Sad Epilogue’: Justine Henin Extends Her Support to Novak Djokovic

Former world no.1, Justine Henin, recently talked about Novak Djokovic and his deportation fiasco in Australia. The 20-time Grand Slam winner had a torrid 10 days after reaching Australia on 6th January. On 16th January, the verdict finally came, which forced the Serb to leave the country for not complying with their medical regulations. 

The 7-time Grand Slam winner, Justine Henin, who is currently working with Eurosport, believes Djokovic will eventually achieve his dream of reaching 21 Grand Slam titles. 

Justine Henin feels Novak Djokovic will achieve his dream

Justine Henin, one of Belgian’s greatest, feels sorry for the Serbian. Henin is currently working as a consultant for Eurosport after an immensely successful tennis career. The Belgian said it’s sad for everyone not to see Djokovic in the Australian Open. 

“It’s very difficult to say because we are not in the privacy of the player. We’ve been living for two years. And today is a bit of a sad epilogue for everyone.” Henin said.  

Novak Djokovic, who’s currently level with Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal on 20 Grand Slam, was looking to win his 21st title in Australia. Unfortunately, the Serbian had to leave the country a day before the Australian Open started.  

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Talking about the same, Henin said Novak will reach his goal one day, but at the moment he must feel exhausted. “I think at the moment Djokovic must be exhausted… Djokovic will find the energy to get the records he dreams of,” Henin further added. 

What will Djokovic do next?

After getting deported from the country, Djokovic will definitely look to rest a bit before thinking about tennis again. There is a chance that he could miss out on the French Open as well. Because the vaccine will be mandatory for players to participate in the French Open, according to the French Sports Ministry. 

There are two more Grand Slam after the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open. However, we have to watch out for the rules and regulations of those Grand Slam events. Most probably, they will also make the vaccine rule mandatory for the players. 

What does the future hold for Djokovic? Let us know what you think in the comments.

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