Watch: Novak Djokovic gets the trembles again during ATP Finals final against Casper Ruud
Novak Djokovic's bid for a sixth title at the ATP Finals is underway against Casper Ruud on Sunday, where the Serb's fans have been handed a minor worry. In one of the changeovers during the match, the 21-time Grand Slam champion was seen, not for the first time in the tournament, physically trembling.
Djokovic had got the "trembles" even during the final group stage fixture against Daniil Medvedev, which he eventually overcame to beat the Russian in a physically taxing three-setter. His semifinal clash against Taylor Fritz was a rather comfortable affair though, allowing the five-time winner some much-needed rest.
However, the return of these visible shakes in the final could be a point of concern for fans of the World No. 8 ahead of the new season.
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Speaking at his press conference after the clash against Medvedev, the 35-year-old was asked about the issue. But he refused to answer the question on the ground that he did not want to reveal information to his opponents.
However, Djokovic did imply it was a usual condition of physical fatigue due to the long season, and that there was nothing to worry about.
"There was a lot of different things. But I'm not going to go into details about it because I just don't feel it's a place for me to share that because why would I? I don't want to reveal what I'm going through exactly to my opponents," Djokovic said.
"Everyone has one of those days where they struggle more physically. For me that was today. I'm very proud to be able to find a way, because that's what we are I think owing to ourselves and to the team and to the people who come and watch you, is to always try to give your very best in that given moment," he added.
At the time of print, the Serb had taken the first 7-5, breaking Ruud's final service game on the first set point opportunity he had.
Novak Djokovic set for biggest pay day in men's tennis history at the ATP Finals
Unbeaten in the tournament so far, Novak Djokovic stands to earn a total of $4.7 million if he goes on to win the 2022 ATP Finals. That would mark the biggest pay day in men's tennis history.
Speaking at his press conference after the clash against Taylor Fritz in the semifinals, Djokovic touched on the topic, remarking that the media do not factor in all the expenses when talking about earnings.
According to the 21-time Grand Slam champion, he is extremely lucky to be in such a position in his life. At the same time, he believes that all of his success is a consequence of associating himself with the right team and having the love and support of his family.
"People can see how much we are earning. What the media is not writing about is all the taxes and also the other expenses. But that's fine. I cannot sit here and talk about money as an issue in my life or anything like that," Djokovic said. "I've been very blessed and lucky. It comes as a consequence of my tennis and the success that I've had, along with my family and my team."