“Got Nothing To Lose”: Novak Djokovic Reveals Olga Danilovic’s Preparation for Match Against Naomi Osaka at US Open 2021

Published 09/01/2021, 6:54 AM EDT

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic has been the best player this season by far. He has done something not many have been able to execute, winning the first three Grand Slam titles of the season. The Serb is all set to make it four out of four this year.

After winning his opening round match, Novak Djokovic spoke about the possibilities of another match between compatriot Olga Danilovic and defending champion Naomi Osaka. He stated that he has been in touch with her and that he gives his inputs from time to time.

While speaking on their match, Djokovic stated, “I’ve been following Olga since she was very young. Her father was one of the greatest basketball players of all time in our country. She’s got great genes for sports, she won the WTA title in Russia and she struggled in the last couple of years to find that level.”

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Novak Djokovic issues guidance to the young Serb

The 20-time Grand Slam winner feels that the youngster has got nothing to lose. For a 20-year-old, she has already won a WTA title in Russia a few years ago. Although she has struggled with form recently, she can surely turn the fortunes with time on her side. She does remain in contact with the best player in the world.

The World No. 1 from Serbia added, “Still, she’s young, only 20 years old, she’s fit, strong. We’ve been speaking a lot with her team and coach. Tomorrow she’s got nothing to lose and she’s excited to play on the big stage on the center court. She’s pumped and I’m hoping for the best for her.”

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At the moment, all these three players are competing at the US Open. We wish them the very best for the upcoming matches and for the rest of the season.

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Exhibition mixed doubles to begin with Djokovic/Jelena Jankovic v Zimonjic and Olga Danilovic. pic.twitter.com/L4E03FI1aD

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Rohan Kollare is a tennis author for EssentiallySports. Rohan has a post-graduate diploma in Sports Management and a trophy cabinet adorned with accolades won in district and state-level tennis competitions. He has previously worked in Content Operations for Disney’s Hotstar for over a year, covering tennis and Formula One.

“Got Nothing To Lose”: Novak Djokovic Reveals Olga Danilovic’s Preparation for Match Against Naomi Osaka at US Open 2021

Novak Djokovic issues guidance to the young Serb

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