“Going to Win Many Grand Slams”: Novak Djokovic Pays Respect to Stefanos Tsitsipas After French Open 2021 Victory
Follow Us
It was the day of the finale at the French Open 2021 and fans witnessed a classic encounter there. World No.1 Novak Djokovic made an incredible comeback against World No.5 Stefanos Tsitsipas and won his 19th Grand Slam title at the French Open 2021. The final scoreline of the match was 6(7)-7(9), 2-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4.
With his win, Novak Djokovic became the first player to win every Grand Slam title at least twice in the Open Era. Interestingly, it is for the 32nd time that he has won a five-set marathon at a Grand Slam- the most by any player.
Djokovic on Tsitsipas:
'These are the kinds of occasions that you learn from the most, & knowing him & his team he's going to come out much stronger from this match today, & I definitely believe he's going to win many Grand Slams in the future. So respect to you, & your team.'
— The Tennis Podcast (@TennisPodcast) June 13, 2021
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
In the post-match interview. Djokovic lauded Stefanos Tsitsipas for his incredible performance in the finals of the French Open 2021. He believes that the Greek player will learn from his defeat and will come back stronger next year.
‘These are the kinds of occasions that you learn from the most, & knowing him & his team he’s going to come out much stronger from this match today,” said Djokovic in the interview.
It is surely a proud moment for Tsitsipas. Even though he lost the encounter, he fought like a warrior and definitely impressed his fans.
“Going to win many Grand Slams in the future”- Novak Djokovic on Stefanos Tsitsipas
Djokovic predicted that Tsitsipas is going to win many Grand Slam titles in the future. He certainly feels that the Greek star has immense potential and can earn a big name in the sport one day.
“I definitely believe he’s going to win many Grand Slams in the future. So respect to you, & your team,” added the Serbian legend.
Trending
Roger Federer Breaks Partnership With Billion Dollar Worth Italian Brand Days After Coco Gauff’s Stunning Commercial Appearance
April 12, 2024 07:23 PM EDT
What Does Danielle Collins’ Boyfriend Do? Everything to Know about Her Lowkey Dating History
February 15, 2024 11:39 AM EST
Tennis News: Rafael Nadal Confirms Retirement ; Doping-Banned Mikael Ymer Announces Comeback; Stefanos Tsitsipas Dubbed as Hypocrite
April 15, 2024 06:22 PM EDT
Barcelona Open 2024: Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Facundo Diaz Acosta; Preview, Head-to-Head, Prediction
April 19, 2024 11:26 AM EDT
Stefanos Tsitsipas’ Girlfriend Paula Badosa Provides Saddening Health Update After Being Forced To Retire Against Aryna Sabalenka
April 19, 2024 03:58 AM EDT
Get instantly notified of the hottest Tennis stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
It was Tsitsipas’ first-ever Grand Slam final and he should be proud of the way he played against Nole. At 22, he still has a long career in front of him and can win many titles on tour.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
The French Open 2021 glory puts Novak Djokovic just one major behind Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. He can equalize the feat at Wimbledon Championships 2021 and might even surpass them at the end of the year. Will Djokovic be able to end his career with the most number of Grand Slam titles?
Juan Martin del Potro, Andy Roddick and Tennis World Laud Novak Djokovic for Clinching French Open 2021 Title
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad