Novak Djokovic not too long ago landed in Australia, practically a yr after his extremely publicized visa debacle that noticed him deported from the nation Down Under resulting from his unvaccinated standing. His arrival was welcomed with open arms by former CEO of the Australian Open, Paul McNamee.
The former Australian doubles participant, who has prolonged his help to the 21-time Grand Slam champion quite a few occasions in the previous, was glad to see Djokovic back on courtroom in the nation and acknowledged him for his excellent outcomes in 2022, regardless of going through bans from varied tournaments. McNamee was additionally in awe of the former World No. 1’s holistic strategy and generosity.
“Good to see Novak Djokovic back on court in Australia. After all, he finished 2022 as the best player on the planet, arguably the most complete athlete in the world and, as a person, with a holistic approach and generosity of spirit which is often overlooked. Welcome back Novak,” Paul McNamee wrote on his social media.
“I’m hoping he can get it” – Former Australian Open CEO Paul McNamee earlier backed Novak Djokovic ahead of Australian Open 2023
Novak Djokovic kicked off his 2023 campaign at the Adelaide International 1 on January 2, with a doubles encounter partnering with Canada’s Vasek Pospisil. The pair failed to show the fixture in their favor towards Tomislav Brkic and Gonzalo Escobar, shedding in the deciding tiebreak 4-6,6-3, 10-5. The Serb will now sit up for contesting the singles title on January 3, starting with a conflict towards French participant Constant Lestienne in the spherical of 32.
The 35-year-old, who’s taking part in the event in Adelaide in preparation for the upcoming Australian Open, can be vying for a historic tenth title and twenty second Grand Slam, and was backed by Paul McNamee in his pursuit.
“I’m hoping he can get it. For me, he’s a person of principle. Not everyone agrees with what his position is, but he stands by his word and missed two grand slams this year. That’s a lot to miss when you’re one off winning the most Grand Slams, so I respect it and I hope he is well received,” he mentioned.
McNamee thinks the Serb will give it his all in attempting to realize the particular feat.
“I think winning 10 has a special ring to it. The only other man who’s won 10 [at a Grand Slam event] is Rafa at the French, so I think he’ll be going hard to get a 10th Australian Open, especially after last year,” McNamee mentioned.
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