Novak Djokovic (tennis player) Biography 2024

Novak Djokovic Tennis Player Biography: Birth, Age, Family, Wife, Career and More

Novak Djokovic: Early Life and Family

Novak Djokovic was born on May 22, 1987, to Srđan and Dijana in Belgrade, Serbia, Yugoslavia. He is paternally Serbian and maternally Croatian, with two brothers, Marko and Djordje.

At the age of 4, Djokovic began playing tennis and was spotted by Yugoslav tennis player Jelena Genčić at Mount Kaponik when he was six. In September 1999, at 12 years old, he moved to the Pilić tennis academy in Germany, spending four formative years there. At 14, he started his international career, winning European championships in singles, doubles, and team competitions.

Novak Djokovic: Personal Life

Novak Djokovic met his future wife, Jelena Ristić, in high school, and they started dating in 2005. The couple got engaged in September 2013 and married on July 10, 2014, with a church wedding on July 12, 2014. They announced the expectancy of their first child on April 24, 2014, and on October 21, 2014, their son Stefan was born in France. Their daughter, Tara, was born on September 2, 2017.

Novak Djokovic: Career

Novak Djokovic’s tennis journey began in 2001 when he reached the final of the Junior Davis Cup for under-14 players. From 2003 to 2005, he participated in ATP World Tour, primarily in Futures and Challenger tournaments, winning several titles.

In 2005, Djokovic made his Grand Slam debut at the Australian Open. Over the years, he climbed the rankings, securing his first ATP title in 2006 at the Dutch Open. His career progressed with multiple titles, including Master Series victories. Notably, in 2007, he defeated the top three players, Roddick, Nadal, and Federer, in a single tournament.

In 2008, Djokovic continued his success, reaching his second consecutive Grand Slam final and winning the Tennis Masters Cup. His career soared in 2009, with victories at Dubai, Rome, and his first Masters 1000 title in Paris.

Djokovic maintained his dominance, achieving career-high rankings and winning Grand Slam titles. In 2010, he reached World No. 2. He excelled in tournaments like the US Open, China Open, and ATP World Tour Finals, marking a stellar year.

His philanthropic efforts include the establishment of the Novak Djokovic Foundation in 2007, focusing on children’s education. Djokovic actively engaged in charity matches and donated prize money for various causes, aiding disaster-stricken regions.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Djokovic and his wife donated €1 million for medical equipment. He holds an impressive record of winning the ATP Finals seven times and securing 24 Grand Slam singles titles, tying with Margaret Court for the all-time record.

Novak Djokovic: Philanthropic Work

Novak Djokovic founded the Novak Djokovic Foundation in 2007, aiming to support underprivileged children in stimulating and safe environments. The foundation partnered with the World Bank in 2005 to promote early childhood education in Serbia, resulting in over 40 built schools and assistance to thousands of children and families.

Djokovic participated in charity matches to raise funds for various causes, including the reconstruction of the Avala Tower and aiding victims of natural disasters. Following his 2014 Rome Masters victory, he donated prize money to flood victims in Serbia, collecting additional funds through his foundation.

Appointed a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 2015, Djokovic continued his philanthropic endeavors. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he and his wife pledged €1 million for ventilators and medical equipment, supporting hospitals and medical institutions.

Novak Djokovic: Achievements

As of now, Novak Djokovic has won 98 titles on the ATP Tour, ranking third on the all-time list. His 24 Grand Slam singles titles tie with Margaret Court for the most in tennis history. Djokovic’s accomplishments include winning seven ATP Finals titles, achieving the career Grand Slam three times, and holding records at tournaments like the Australian Open and Wimbledon.

His dedication to philanthropy and outstanding achievements in tennis solidify Djokovic’s impact both on and off the court.

Bio
Nickname(s)	Nole, Djoker
Profession	Tennis Player

Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.)	188 cm (6′ 2″)
Eye Colour	Hazel
Hair Colour	Dark Brown

Tennis
International Debut	Turned pro in 2003
Coach/Mentor	Boris Becker
Nature on field	Aggressive
Favourite Shot	Forehand down the line
Career Titles	1
Grand Slam (men’s singles titles)	24
Australian Open	9 – (2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023)
French Open	3 – (2016, 2021, 2023)
Wimbledon	7 – (2011, 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022)
US Open	4 – (2011, 2015, 2018, 2023)
Career Turning Point	After defeating Andy Murray at the Australian Open 2011 finals, Novak Djokovic went on to win 10 Grand Slam titles.

Personal Life
Date of Birth	22 May 1987
Age (as of 2022)	35 Years
Birthplace	Belgrade, Serbia
Zodiac sign	Gemini
Nationality	Serbian
Hometown	Belgrade, Serbia
Family	Father- Srdan Djokovic (Montenegro)
	Mother- Dijana Djokovic (Croatia)
Religion	Serbian Orthodox
Ethnicity	Serbian
Hobbies	Skiing, Horse riding, Music

Controversies
No equal pay for women	Djokovic expressed opposition to equal pay for women tennis players, sparking controversy.
$20,000 fine for touching the chair umpire	Fined $20,000 for touching the chair umpire during the Australian Open Final in 2020.
Disqualified for hitting a line judge	Disqualified from the U.S. Open in 2020 for hitting a line judge with a ball.
Australia visa cancellation	Djokovic faced visa cancellation in Australia in 2022 for providing inappropriate evidence and using a forged visa. He won a court case but had his visa canceled again, leading to deportation.

Favourites
Tennis player	Pete Sampras
Food	Pizzas
Film	Slumdog Millionaire
Singer	Toma Zdravkovic

Girls, Family & More
Marital Status	Married
Affairs/Girlfriends	Jelena Djokovic
Wife	Jelena Djokovic
Children	Son- Stefan
	Daughter- None

Style Quotient
Cars Collection	Mercedes Benz, Audi

Money Factor
Net Worth (approx.)	$90 Million

Some Lesser Known Facts About Novak Djokovic

• Smoking: No
• Alcohol: Yes

Notable Achievements and Records:

1. Novak Djokovic is the only player to have beaten both Federer and Nadal in the same tournament on three different occasions (Montreal 2007, Indian Wells 2011, and US Open 2011).
2. He was part of the longest men’s singles Grand Slam final, defeating Rafael Nadal in five sets at the 2012 Australian Open. The match lasted 5 hours and 53 minutes.
3. Djokovic is the first player ever to win three consecutive Australian Open titles.
4. He is the first male player representing Serbia to have won a Grand Slam title.
5. Djokovic holds the best match-winning rate on hard courts (83.33%) and is the only player in the Open Era to win the first three Masters in a year.
6. Novak Djokovic is the youngest player ever to have reached the semifinals of all four Grand Slams consecutively.
7. He is the only player to win eight of the nine ATP Masters 1000 tournament events at least once.

Personal Habits and Preferences:

1. Djokovic loves pizza but cannot have it as he is allergic to gluten.
2. He can speak four different languages: Serbian, English, Italian, and German.
3. Djokovic drinks only warm water, citing that cold water inhibits blood flow.
4. He is inseparable from his pet ‘Poodle Pierre’ and takes his pet with him wherever possible, even for tennis matches.
5. Djokovic has a peculiar habit of eating grass after winning every match at Wimbledon.

Controversial Incidents:

1. Djokovic accidentally hit a ball at a line judge during a match against Spain’s Pablo Carreno Busta in the U.S. Open on 6 September 2020. This incident led to his disqualification from the event.
2. On 5 January 2022, Djokovic’s visa was canceled by the Australian government, claiming inappropriate evidence and the use of a forged visa. Although he won a court case for reinstatement, his visa was canceled again on 14 January 2022, leading to his deportation.

Notable Achievements in 2023:

1. On 11 July 2021, Djokovic claimed his 20th Grand Slam title by winning the Wimbledon final against Matteo Berrettini.
2. On 16 May 2022, he won the Italian Open, and on the same day, his seven-year-old son Stefan won his first tournament, creating a “sunshine double.”
3. In the 2023 US Open, Djokovic defeated Russia’s Daniil Medvedev in the finals and won his 24th men’s singles Grand Slam title. He became the oldest champion in the Open Era and the first man to win three Grand Slams four times in a season.

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