Djokovic draws inspiration from LeBron and Ronaldo to extend his career
Novak Djokovic, the renowned tennis player, has expressed his admiration for sports figures like LeBron James and Cristiano Ronaldo, revealing that he feels motivated by the longevity of their careers. The Serbian, who seeks to extend his professional career, shared his perspectives at the Joy Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Djokovic mentioned LeBron James, who is still competing at 40, and Cristiano Ronaldo, as inspiring examples. He also highlighted the case of Tom Brady, who played professional American football until he was 40. These athletes serve as an inspiration for Djokovic, who aspires to continue competing at the highest level. Despite not having won a Grand Slam title in the last two years, Djokovic, 38, is not considering retirement. His goal is to conquer his 25th Grand Slam title, breaking the record for most individual titles in the history of tennis. Djokovic has previously expressed uncertainty about his future in the sport, but he has also stated his intention to participate in the four Grand Slams of 2026, which suggests that he could extend his career until 2027. In addition to his ambition on the court, Djokovic seeks to positively influence tennis. As co-founder of the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), he is involved in initiatives to improve the sport. The prominent players are pressuring the Grand Slams for a greater share of revenue, and the PTPA has filed lawsuits against tennis governing bodies to push for changes. Djokovic also expressed his enthusiasm for the future of tennis and his desire to be part of the transformation of the sport in the coming years.Longevity is one of my biggest motivations. I really want to see how far I can go.
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