At the French Open tennis, Djokovic wants to have one last dance with Nadal.
The top-ranked Novak Djokovic is hoping to play the 14-time French Open champion at Roland Garros in their final meeting.
The 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal’s withdrawal from the Monte Carlo Masters has raised questions about his potential to play in the French Open, but Novak Djokovic expressed optimism that their legendary rivalry will yet conclude.
After being out of action for over a year due to a hip flexor injury, the 37-year-old Spaniard—who has stated that he plans to retire after the 2024 season—returned to competition in Brisbane in January. However, he has not participated in an ATP event since.
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“I want him to play one more tournament before he retires as a tennis fan,” the top-seeded Djokovic stated in an interview with Eurosport that was released on Saturday.
“Everyone is aware of his clay-racing accomplishments, especially at Roland Garros.
“We all know that’s his objective; he’s been stating it. We hope he can play at Roland Garros, for the good of tennis in general and Roland Garros in particular. It would be wonderful to have another wonderful meeting.
After parting ways with coach Goran Ivanisevic last month, Djokovic will start his third-round run at the Monte Carlo tournament on Tuesday without the Croatian in his box.
In recent weeks, the Serbian has been training with Nenad Zimonjic, the former world number one in doubles.
We have spent more than 20 years getting to know one another quite well. To me, he has always been like an elder brother. a friend and mentor who consistently sought to support me both personally and as a player,” Djokovic said
“When I stopped with Goran, I was starting my clay-court preparation in Belgrade and he was there. He came to the court, and we really enjoyed our collaboration, and I asked him to come here for a few weeks.
“We are trying to make the most of it. He’s been giving me really useful advice to find the proper position when I’m approaching the net, and it’s something I’m not best at because I don’t play as many doubles matches.”
