Still firmly seated on the throne of the ATP rankings, Novak Djokovic will begin his season on clay at the Masters 1000 in Monte-Carlo next week under the responsibility of a new coach. Last week, the Serbian announced his separation from Goran Ivanisevic and the replacement should be called Nenad Zimonjic, doubles specialist and former Davis Cup captain. This logical choice has many positive points.
See you almost 37 years old, Novak Djokovic made a decision that surprised many. The Serbian has just parted ways with his trainer Goran Ivanisevic and resumed training with a presence that questions. Indeed, Nenad Zimonjichis compatriot and former world number 1 in doubles, would now accompany him and this choice was commented on by Mats Wilander notably, consultant for Eurosport. The Swede reveals the intentions behind this decision.
New game on the fly?
By successfully progressing his game throughout his career, Novak Djokovic was lucky to have one of the biggest servers of his generation, Goran Ivanisevic, at his side. The winner of Wimbledon 2001 was renowned for that and it changed the body language of the world number 1, allowing him to acquire great efficiency. “I think having a doubles specialist like Nenad Zimonjic at his side could very likely convince Novak to try coming to the net, serving and volleying a little more than usual. Because it is on this precise point that it will be good and useful for him” commence Wilander.
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Rapid adaptation necessary
By revealing that Novak Djokovic and he had reached a saturation point, Goran Ivanisevic still left wishing his champion the best. Find Nenad Zimonjic is a logical choice and according to Mats Wilanderthat’s excellent news. “Speaking the same language is very important when you get a little older, so that the coach can integrate, not only in Novak’s mind, but also in his family, with his children, and become a member family, so to speak. This is not a relationship that will last 15 years. We’re talking 2 to 5 years. I think trying to integrate a new person who speaks another language is going to take too long. I like the fact that Novak takes someone from home” continues the former world number 1.
Surprise coming?
A little less focused on tennis in recent weeks, Novak Djokovic could therefore reappear with other intentions thanks to this new impetus given to his career. The Serbian could very quickly regain his domination on the circuit, he who is threatened for his place as world number 1 by Jannik Sinner notably. His return to earth at home in Monaco will be closely monitored…
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