Novak Djokovic Don't Want To Stop: Let's See How Far I Go

Serbian tennis player, Novak Djokovic. (Photo: Twitter/@DjokerNole)

JAKARTA - Novak Djokovic won his 10th title at the Australian Open after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3 7-6 7-6 at Rod Laver Arena, Sunday, January 29.

The Serbian tennis player is now equaling Rafael Nadal's record of winning 22 Grand Slams. Djokovic's victory at the 2023 Australian Open also put him back at the top of the world.

The position he failed to maintain for some time was due to a ban on appearing in several tournaments due to refusing to be vaccinated.

Djokovic, who struggled with a hamstring injury in the first week of the tournament, shed tears after being surrounded by his team. He described this as "the biggest win of life".

"It's a relief to let go of emotions in the end. It's hard to find additional words. It's a long, but very special journey," Djokovic said after the final.

Djokovic will head to France Open in May. He is eyeing his 23rd grand slam title.

"Of course I was motivated to win as many Slams as possible," said the tennis player nicknamed Djoker. "At the stage of my career, these trophies are the biggest motivational factor why I'm still competing. That's unquestionable."

"I never liked to compare myself to anyone else, but of course it was an honor to be a part of the discussion as one of the greatest players of all time."

"If people look at me like this, of course it's very encouraging because I know that I'm giving so much effort and energy to try to win a grand slam like everyone else," he continued.

The 35-year-old added that he still had a lot of motivation to keep competing.

"Let's see how far I am. I really don't want to stop here. I have no intention of stopping here," he said.

"I don't know how many years I will play or how many more shots I will play. It depends on various things. It doesn't just depend on my body," Djokovic continued.

He said it was very important for him to get support and love from those closest to him. Djokovic also felt the need to continue to maintain a balance between playing tennis and private life.

"Physically I can maintain fitness. Of course, 35 is not 25, although I want to trust it. But I still feel there is still time in front of me. Let's see how far I go," he concluded.