Was Novak Djokovic’s Wife Jelena Djokovic a Professional Tennis Player?

Published 09/09/2021, 6:30 AM EDT

World No.1 Novak Djokovic is just two steps away from creating history at the US Open 2021. After already winning three Grand Slams this year, the Serbian legend is chasing his Calendar Slam in New York. However, it would not have been possible if he hadn’t got the love and support from his family and especially from his wife, Jelena Djokovic.

Novak Djokovic has admitted time and again that Jelena has always been his backbone. One usually sees her supporting and cheering for her husband even if the entire crowd is against him. It is because of this reason that ‘Djoker’ finds his strength in her.

Jelena Djokovic was never a tennis player

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While many tennis players find their love on the court like Roger Federer, World No.1 Novak Djokovic didn’t enjoy the same luck. However, he found Jelena in high school.

Interestingly, Jelena never played tennis in her entire life. Even though she has had an interest in the sport, she never played it herself at any level. On the other hand, she has always been a bright student academically. She completed her graduation in business administration from Boconni University in Milan and also holds a master’s degree in luxury brand management from the University of Monaco.

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Jelena Djokovic is currently an entrepreneur and serves as the national director of the ‘Novak Djokovic Foundation’. The organization works for the upliftment of underprivileged children and she also received an award for her philanthropic work in 2014. Apart from this, she is also the founder of the digital marketing firm- ‘Jelena Ristic consulting’. Her estimated net worth is around $2 million.

When did Jelena and Novak Djokovic meet?

Even though Nole met Jelena in high school, they officially began dating in 2005. They got engaged in 2013 before and tied the knot on July 10, 2014. In the same year, the couple welcomed their son, Stefan.

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Even though they were about to get break up once before their engagement, the two managed to sort out things. As of now, they also have a daughter named Tara.

Jelena and Novak Djokovic are truly one of the most loved couples on the tour. Will Jelena’s unconditional support be able to help Djokovic accomplish the Calendar Slam at the US Open 2021?

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Anshul Singh is a tennis author at EssentiallySports, currently pursuing Journalism Honors from Delhi University. Having significant experience with content, Anshul has authored over 500 tennis articles. He has previously worked as a writer and an editor for DU Express, penning riveting articles on sports, politics, and culture.

Was Novak Djokovic’s Wife Jelena Djokovic a Professional Tennis Player?

Jelena Djokovic was never a tennis player

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When did Jelena and Novak Djokovic meet?