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‘If You Want to Live, Then Don’t Win..’- Novak Djokovic Brings Out His Cheeky Best at Davis Cup Finals as Serbia Enter as Favorites

Published 11/23/2023, 12:35 PM EST

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Keeping the humor alive in an intense sport such as tennis is definitely appreciable. In a recent press conference around the Davis Cup Finals, the Serbian team’s captain Viktor Troicki made quite a claim. However, his statement was soon overshadowed by a funny remark from the World’s No.1 Novak Djokovic. With every time exuding confidence, this funny bit from Djokovic was quite refreshing for tennis fans.

Players often make bold claims and back it up with some challenge that is even tougher to pull off. However, Troicki took it to a whole different level with his promise. What could be so intense that even Djokovic had to chime in? 

Novak Djokovic and his sky-high humor

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Amid the chaos of Davis Cup drama, the stakes soared to new heights when Serbian captain Viktor Troicki declared an audacious promise. He claimed that the team would take a victorious plunge from the skies. It wasn’t long before Djokovic’s witty response left everyone in stitches. While mentioning this airborne challenge, Djokovic didn’t miss a beat. 

 

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With a mischievous shine in his eye, Djokovic stated: “If you want to live, then don’t win it.” The press conference was disrupted with chuckles all around the hall. This was definitely quite a refreshing break from the usual intensity of such events. Djokovic’s ability to inject humor into the competitive atmosphere showcased the camaraderie within the Serbian team. However, Djokovic’s enthusiasm wasn’t merely a light-hearted dig. It also highlighted the confidence radiating from Team Serbia.

With the World No.1 in their ranks, the team’s prowess becomes an undeniable force. Novak Djokovic is often hailed as Serbia’s pride and he brings more than just skill to the table. The World champion also provides an unwavering spirit that resonates with his teammates. The combination of Troicki’s audacious claim and Djokovic’s witty retort was quite a unique experience.

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Novak Djokovic’s return to the Davis Cup glory

Djokovic spearheaded the Serbian team to their first-ever Davis Cup triumph back in 2010. Now, fast forward to today, more than a decade later and Serbia finds itself yearning for that elusive cup once again. The stakes are not just about Troicki’s daredevil promise but also about breaking a prolonged Davis Cup drought.

Novak Djokovic, having clinched numerous titles this season, seems all set to recreate history for Team Serbia. The question lingering in the air is, can Djokovic steer his team to victory once more? Will he bring home a triumph that has eluded Serbia for over ten years?

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As the tennis world eagerly anticipates the outcome, one thing is certain. Team Serbia with Djokovic is not only prepared to conquer the court but also to navigate the skies of humor. What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments.

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Charrvi Singh

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“…to those who thought you were putting water on my fire, you were really adding gas to it and now I’m burning so bright right now” – Coco Gauff, 2023 US Open. Ever since Naomi Osaka’s infamous withdrawal from the tennis circuit due to her deteriorating mental health in the 2021 French Open, I have been enamored by tennis stars and their psyche. With a background in psychology, I am interested in delving into the minds of the sport's biggest stars while keeping my readers informed about the latest in the tennis world, from on-court action to personal stories.
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