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“Priceless”: Tennis Legend Reacts to Hilarious Mimicry of Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Others

Published 01/24/2021, 7:17 AM EST

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The first Grand Slam of 2021 is just around the corner and nothing gets more exciting than this. However, on the sidelines, mimicry artist Elliot Loney is making headlines with his recent-most impersonations video. It includes him imitating Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Jim Courier, Bernard Tomic, and Nick Kyrgios, and has got everyone holding their belly.

The reactions to the video poured in soon after with Kyrgios mocking World No. 1 Djokovic’s impersonation. Earlier, the Serbian had sent a list of requests to Tennis Australia to better the conditions players are in during the quarantine. Even though the requests were not for himself but rather his fellow players in Melbourne Park, Novak received heavy criticism.

In the video, Elliot has made a hilarious version of the Serbian’s list of requests. Additionally, the video has now got the attention of the 18-time Grand Slam champion Chris Evert.

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Chris Evert calls Novak Djokovic video ‘priceless’

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The retired former World No. 1 Chris has lived one of the most prestigious tennis careers in history. For record 13 straight years, the now 66-year-old won at least one Grand Slam every year. To date, she still holds the record.

Recently, Elliot’s video caught even her attention. While congratulating the talent of the man, she responded with a simple ‘priceless’ to the video. Indeed, the video has been a great way to deal with the contingencies of the Australian Open 2021.

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Considering that this video reaches others as well, there will be a lot of reactions to it. The entire credit goes to Loney for his inexplicable talent.

Apart from the video, the balcony of Novak Djokovic has become a tourist site for people in Adelaide. The 8-time Australian Open has been interacting and dancing with fans during the quarantine.

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The 6-time year-end World No. 1 Djokovic has only one week left to begin his 2021 season. He will lead Team Serbia in the ATP Cup 2021 as the defending champions of the tournament.

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His season will start as the reigning champion of the ‘Happy Slam’. Given his thirst to cross Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer in the GOAT race, the AO title will be important for him.

Having said that, the next generation of players is also in great shape to be Grand Slam winners. Now, only time will who wears the Australian crown this year.

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Purav Joshi is a Tennis author at EssentiallySports. Having a degree in Films, Television and Media Production, he guided his passion for writing and journalism into the sport of aces and rallies. With over 2 years of experience as a copywriter, Purav has authored over 500 tennis articles.
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