"He is doing it not for himself but for tennis and journalists": Bjorn Borg believes Novak Djokovic has different motivation for continuing career
ATPTuesday, 14 November 2023 at 15:14
Bjorn Borg
shared his thoughts on Novak Djokovic's motivation to continue adding titles at
this stage of his career.
The
36-year-old tennis maestro is poised for his debut at the ATP Finals against
Holger Rune, where he aims to clinch the title for the 7th time, surpassing
Roger Federer's record of 6 and becoming the tournament's most decorated
player.
Despite
being 36, Djokovic remains relentless in his pursuit of records. Currently
holding the world No. 1 position, it has been over 12 years since he first
reached the pinnacle in 2011 and 15 years since his initial Grand Slam victory
at the 2008 Australian Open. However, the Serbian has demonstrated unwavering
competitive spirit, claiming three out of four Grand Slam titles this year and
maintaining his world No. 1 status.
Tennis
legend Bjorn Borg, an 11-time Grand Slam champion, recently commented on
Eurosport that Djokovic can continue winning major tournaments, and his
motivation is to prove to the tennis world and journalists that he is the
greatest in the history of the sport.
“Novak I
think he might win one or two more Grand Slam tournaments. Who knows? But he is
doing it not for himself but for tennis and journalists. Unbelievable. He's
still pushing the limits. He wants to be the greatest,” Borg said.
At the
moment, Djokovic is focused on his year-end challenges, where he aims to secure
another title in the Finals and finish the year as the world No. 1. His first
hurdle will be against the world No. 8, Holger Rune, with whom he shares a 2-2
head-to-head record. They last faced each other just two weeks ago at the Paris
Masters, where 'Nole' emerged victorious with a score of 7-5, 6-7, 6-4.
In addition
to the ATP Finals, Djokovic will also compete in the Davis Cup alongside Serbia
starting on November 21. Leading the Serbian team, Djokovic's squad will face
Great Britain in the quarterfinals.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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