Novak Djokovic's wife Jelena gushes over Serb's record-breaking Australian Open triumph
Novak Djokovic's wife Jelena Djokovic congratulated the Serb after he captured a record-equalling 22nd Grand Slam title at the Australian Open on Sunday (January 29).
Djokovic outclassed Stefanos Tsitsipas in 6-3, 7-6(4), 7-6(5) in nearly three hours to win the hardcourt Major for a tenth time. An ecstatic Jelena congratulated her husband on his remarkable achievement, sharing the following message on Instagram:
"Bravo ljubavi," she said, which means "Way to go my love."
Djokovic has been in scintillating form since capturing winning Wimbledon last year. He has lost just two matches in the last seven months, chalking up title-winning runs in Tel Aviv, Astana, the ATP Finals, Adelaide International 1 and the Australian Open.
While his wife Jelena and their children were present to celebrate his victory at the All England Club, they were noticeable absentees in his players' box this year in Melbourne. However, Jelena has been actively supporting her husband on social media.
She celebrated his semifinal win against Tommy Paul by enjoying a movie with her girl gang. The group of friends binged on the 1990 romantic classic 'Pretty Woman' starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere.
In his press conference, Djokovic credited his wife and family for constantly supporting him throughout his journey.
“I think it's a balancing act between me and my wife and the close people in my life. So her being there for our children and everything, it allows me to be able to do what I love and still make some strides, significant strides, in this sport,” Novak Djokovic said.
Djokovic has returned to World No. 1 following his Melbourne triumph.
Novak Djokovic included in Dubai Tennis Championships entry list
Novak Djokovic has been included in the entry list for the 2023 Dubai Tennis Championships. He will look to win his sixth crown at the ATP 500 hardcourt event.
Andrey Rublev (the defending champion), Felix Auger-Aliassime, Jannik Sinner, Hubert Hurkacz, Dennis Shapovalov and Andy Murray have also been included in the entry list. Talented youngsters Alexei Popyrin and Lorenzo Musetti are set to feature too, alongside 2023 Maharashtra Open winner Tallon Griekspoor.
Djokovic lost in the quarterfinals in Dubai last year but won the tournament in 2020. The qualification rounds will begin on February 25, while main draw action will kick off on February 27 at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium.