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‘The GOAT Race Will Really Start’- Serena Williams’ Long-Time Coach Patrick Mouratoglou Pumped up After Latest USA Green Signal for Novak Djokovic

Published 02/02/2023, 5:50 AM EST

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Patrick Mouratoglou, the former coach of Serena Williams, has recently tweeted that Nole will be able to play all four Grand Slams in 2023. He has ignited the discussion of the much-anticipated GOAT race. This tweet came after the recent green signal given to Novak Djokovic by the USA, which is a major milestone for the Serbian tennis star. The term ‘GOAT’ (Greatest of All Time) has been a hot topic in the tennis world for many years, with many players competing to be considered the best of all time. The return of Djokovic in 2023 is expected to start a new chapter in the race for the title of the greatest tennis player of all time.

Serena Williams’ former coach re-ignites the GOAT race with his recent tweet

Mouratoglou’s tweet has sparked a new wave of excitement among tennis fans. The Serb has been one of the most dominant players in recent years. Nole has won 22 Grand Slam titles and holds numerous records in the sport. With his recent green signal to play in the USA, Djokovic is set to make his comeback to the Grand Slams.  Numerous fans are eagerly awaiting for his return to the American court.

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The upcoming Grand Slams in 2023 will be a major event in the tennis world. The return of Djokovic to the court is sure to bring new energy and excitement to the sport. The Grand Slams in 2023 will be a must-watch event for tennis fans all over the world.

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Mouratoglou tweeted,” Novak Djokovic will be able to play the 4 GS in 2023. The GOAT race will start…” 

Novak Djokovic recently celebrated his 10th Australian Open championship and his 22nd Grand Slam title. He showed his excitement by jumping and pumping his fists with his team before collapsing onto his back and crying.

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After a short break, Djokovic sat on the bench and cried again, hiding his face in a white towel. Despite the challenges he faced on this trip to Australia, he was still able to achieve all his goals. On his last trip last year,  he was deported for not being vaccinated against COVID-19. This time, he was able to resume his winning streak at Melbourne Park. The Serb reclaimed his place as a top tennis player in Australia.

Novak Djokovic: His arch-nemesis offered his congratulations on Instagram

Rafael Nadal offered his congratulations to his rival and friend, Novak Djokovic. He shared the message after the latter clinched his 22nd Grand Slam title. With the win, the Serb tied Nadal’s record and has kept the race to be considered the greatest of all time (GOAT) alive. Despite an early exit from the Australian Open due to a painful injury, Nadal took to his Instagram to show his appreciation for Djokovic’s accomplishment. Throughout his career, the Spaniard has often battled pain and injury. However, the last few months have been especially difficult with a painful and severe abdominal injury. It is uncertain how much longer Nadal will be able to continue due to the strain on his body.

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Dr Aditya Raveendran Menon

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Aditya Menon is a Tennis Author at EssentiallySports. He developed an unbridled love for tennis from the moment his father introduced him to the sport. Watching Roger Federer dominate the ATP tour with his unique and effortless style played a pivotal role in pushing Aditya to write about tennis for national publications.
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Rohini Kottu