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Novak Djokovic Reveals True Feelings as Ex-coach Boris Becker Makes a Massive Impact Already on Young Rival Holger Rune – ‘Not Gonna Be Nice..’

Published 10/28/2023, 5:40 PM EDT

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Coaching transitions and player-coach relations can often be just about as captivating as the action on the court. The Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic recently shared his contemplations on a critical improvement inside the tennis coaching domain. His ex-coach, Boris Becker, has already started an exciting venture with rising Danish ATP star Holger Rune. His true feelings are reminders of the complexities of mentorship, competition, and camaraderie within the tennis world.

The German veteran and Djokovic share a set of experiences that remember exceptional accomplishments on the tennis court. Becker trained the Serb during a productive time of his career. Now, the six-time Grand Slam champion is looking to make the same impact on Rune and his performance.

Novak Djokovic shares a candid reflection on Boris Becker’s coaching journey with Holger Rune

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Boris Becker’s new journey with Holger Rune has provoked the Serb’s curiosity and evoked a blend of feelings. According to a recent tweet, Novak Djokovic communicated his true feelings about the latest development regarding Becker. Nole alluded to Becker as a “dear friend” and communicated his admiration to see him back on the Tour as a coach. Djokovic’s words mirror the kinship and respect that exists among tennis players even when they are on opposite sides of the court.

Yet, the 24-time Grand Slam champion did acknowledge that it might not be a comfortable experience. The Serb doesn’t wish to have Becker in the opposite coaching box if he were to face Holger Rune. This affirmation features the emotions that players experience while confronting companions, mentors, or ex-coaches as adversaries.

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According to a trending tweet, Djokovic shared, “Boris is a dear friend, so I’m really glad to see him back on the Tour as a coach.”

The Serb also explained, “It’s not gonna be nice and comfortable for me to have him in the opposite box if I play Holger.

The Serbian ace also shared that he loves the German veteran and his family a lot. As the tennis season unfurls, fans await the effect of Becker’s coaching on Rune’s performance and Djokovic’s quest for excellence. The Becker-Rune collaboration received another thumbs-up from a prominent tennis analyst.

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Nicolas Pereira recently examined the German legend’s collaboration with Rune

In the Tennis Channel Inside-In podcast, Nicolas Pereira discussed Boris Becker’s collaboration with Holger Rune. The German veteran had expressed confidence in the synergy between his experience and the young talented ATP star. Becker had even referred to his collab with Rune as a “very good fit.” Analyzing this promising partnership, Pereira emphasized the importance of Becker’s role.

The analyst shared that only a few players have shone brighter in the tennis world than Becker. His words underscore the expectations surrounding this partnership. Pereira also discussed the determination of Rune and added that the young Dane is highly motivated.

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With Becker’s wisdom and Rune’s innate talent, the future looks promising for this dynamic duo. The seasoned coach brings a wealth of experience to help steer the ship, and with the young star’s potential, they make a compelling team.

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Dr Aditya Raveendran Menon

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Aditya Menon is a Senior Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports. He has authored over 900 articles covering several high-profile tournaments and events. As someone who is highly passionate about the sport, he has a special interest in covering the on-court and off court endeavors of the legendary Serena Williams and the ‘Big Three’ of men’s tennis.
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Tony Thomas