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“Game-Wise at the Peak”: Novak Djokovic Issues Stern Warning Ahead of US Open 2020

Published 08/31/2020, 6:04 AM EDT

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World No.1 Novak Djokovic extended his unbeaten run in 2020 to 23-0 as he won the Western & Southern Open beating Milos Raonic in the final. Winning the Masters 1000 title, Djokovic further created and matched several records to further increase his already great legacy.

Notably, Djokovic became the first player to win all the Masters titles twice. And he also matched Rafael Nadal’s tally of 35 Masters 1000 titles.

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“I’m just trying to enjoy it and embrace the process” – Novak Djokovic

Speaking on the role of titles in history and legacy, Djokovic said he is just maximizing his game right now, as he is playing the best tennis of his career.

“I mean, it’s hard for me to talk about, you know, my legacy or my position in sport from that standpoint. Obviously, I am trying to make the most of my career, trying to use this time when I feel that I am physically, mentally, emotionally, game-wise at the peak I think, and playing some of the best tennis that I have ever played.” Djokovic said in his post-match conference

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Djokovic also spoke about his unbeaten run. He said that it does bring in a great deal of confidence going into the next match.

“I mean, going on an unbeaten run so far this year obviously brings even more confidence each match. I get to play next match. I’m just trying to enjoy it and embrace the process. How long that journey is going to last and what kind of legacy I’m going to leave behind, that’s on somebody else to really judge and, you know, and evaluate.” Djokovic exclaimed

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The Serbian still keeps his goals and ambitions high. He wants to continue playing at the highest level for a long time.

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“But I’m trying to do my best. Obviously on the court with the goals and ambitions that I have, obviously I want to play my best tennis in Grand Slams and 1000 events. That’s what I’m focusing on right now. And also off the court, trying to make the most out of the energy that I have preserved.” he said

Right now, Djokovic is active on-court and off-court as well. He is preparing for the US Open and off-court he just created the controversial players-only association- Professional Tennis Players Association. But it is a marvel to see that Djokovic is leading the pack on and off-court.

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Bhavishya Mittal is a tennis author for EssentiallySports, who is currently pursuing his Bachelor's degree in Journalism from Manipal University. A former sports editor for The Manipal Journal, Bhavishya has also worked for The New Indian Express. He has a keen eye for many sports but he is a particularly ardent follower of tennis, with a zest to create riveting articles on the ever-evolving sport.
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