Novak Djokovic didn’t have an ideal start to the 2022 season. He failed to defend his Australian Open title after a visa controversy engulfed his time Down Under. Subsequently, he lost the form that he had shown last year, making early exits in several tournaments. However, the Serb is back to winning ways with his impressive victory over Nick Kyrgios in the Wimbledon Championships 2022 final. By doing so, the former World Number 1 defended his Wimbledon title and won his 21st Grand Slam title overall.

Djokovic left, not only his fans but the whole tennis fraternity, in awe of his performances throughout the tournament. Along with notable stars in tennis, many famous personalities also congratulated the Serb on social media. Amongst them was the former LA Galaxy star, Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic all praise for Novak Djokovic

The legendary Swedish striker took to Instagram to congratulate Djokovic on his Wimbledon victory. Sharing a picture of Djokovic kissing the Wimbledon trophy via a story on his official Instagram handle, Ibrahimovic cheekily praised him, saying, “Who else?” 

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Talking about his upside-down season this year, Djokovic said, “I was not feeling well in the first few months of the year, generally. Mentally and emotionally. I realized that I have to be patient. Wimbledon trophies came for me in some crucial moments in my life and career, like 2018 after the elbow surgery.”

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Djokovic to suffer a major blow in the ATP rankings

Despite his Wimbledon victory, there is some bad news for Djokovic regarding his ATP ranking. Earlier this year, the ATP and the WTA stripped Wimbledon of ranking points after its ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes. As a result, Djokovic will lose 2000 ranking points earned last season.

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The 21-time Grand Slam champion will drop down to the seventh spot on the ATP rankings chart. Meanwhile, Daniil Medvedev will continue to top the ATP rankings.