Not Muduk, Ini Target Djokovic Di Ajang Monte Carlo Masters

Novak Djokovic (Photo: Instagram @djokernole)

JAKARTA - Novak Djokovic has had a season that is not completely smooth. At the Monte Carlo Masters, he also admitted that he had no high expectations.

The Serbian has a record of 8-3 wins this season. He faced difficulties in the Australian Open semifinals and the third round of Indian Wells.

Citing Antara, Djokovic lowered his expectations ahead of the ATP Masters 1000 event which was held on clay.

"My expectations are not too high, with the way I played in this year's tournament as well as the results I got at Monaco in previous years not good, so I keep my expectations low," Djokovic said. from ATP, Sunday.

"For me it's about building my game on clay and trying to reach its peak again."

"For some players like me, it took a little longer to reach the top level of tennis. At the beginning of my career, I performed better in Monte Carlo. I won titles in 2013 and 2015, a long time ago," said the 36-year-old.

Despite not having achieved success in the last five or six editions in Monte Carlo, Djokovic has always hoped that it can change. He also admitted to entering the tournament with enthusiasm and joy.

"I didn't play in Miami, so I had extra time to practice on clay and adjust my body and game to this surface, so let's see how it goes," Djokovic said.

Djokovic is a two-time champion in Monte Carlo, having won titles in 2013 and 2015. Although he failed to surpass the quarter-finals in seven appearances since 2015, Djokolix enjoyed playing in the event.

"I've always liked playing in Monte Carlo. It's been my place of residence for years. My two children were born in Monte Carlo, so I consider it a home and the place I spend hours practicing at this club," said Djokovic.

"I know the people who work on the pitch and feel comfortable. It's an additional pressure when you want to play as well as possible in the home environment. It's also the fact that clay is the most demanding surface in my sport."