The number one in the world looks back on the Australian Open final and jokes about it, telling of his son’s love for his long-time rival
At Djokovic for little Stefan the real phenomenon is not called dad but Rafa Nadal. He was the number one in the world to confess it during a recent interview with the BBC, which focused on the events that involved him in Australia at the beginning of the year. “It makes me smile when I think back to the Australian Open final because my wife and son were cheering in front of the TV,” said the nine-time champion, who was unable to defend the title in Melbourne.
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“It wasn’t easy for me to watch the match between Nadal and Medvedev. I was neutral. I didn’t want to cheer for any of the finalists because I wanted to be there myself,” continued Nole, fully aware that day he would inevitably lose the Grand Slam record. or the top of the ranking.
“However, my family got caught up in the action on the pitch. My wife Jelena cheered for Medvedev and my son for Nadal. Stefan jumped and shouted at every point Rafa made. A few days ago he asked me what would be the next tournament that I would play with Nadal because he would love to take a picture with him. “
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As surprising as it may be, it is not an isolated case that of Djokovic, who together with his friend Cristiano Ronaldo now also shares the discovery of a son belonging to the opposite supporters, in addition to the incredible numbers. “Cristiano junior often watches videos in which they are together with Messi, then he does nothing but talk about him”, the Portuguese forward confessed. They are the idols of many children but for their children there are other champions.
February 17 – 12:42
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