Novak Djokovic, inspired by Tom Brady’s longevity | Photos: AFP
Novak Djokovica 36-year-old Serbian tennis player, remains the number 1 in the world despite its longevity in white sport. Before facing off in an exhibition match against Carlos Alcaraz“Nole” assured that he is inspired by the former NFL player, Tom Bradyto have a long-lasting career.
“Tom Brady is a great example,” says Novak Djokovic
The top winner of Grand Slamswith 24 titles, confessed in Saudi Arabia who despite approaching 40 years old, does not plan to retire yet, inspired by the former quarterback of Patriots y Buccaneers, Tom Bradywho won his last Super Bowl at 43 years old.
“I learned a lot from him and I hope to have a career that lasts until I’m 40 or beyond, we’ll see. I feel very good about my own body right now and I have been playing a lot of high quality tennis. 2023 was one of the best seasons of my life. Why stop while you’re still playing and playing great?”
Novak Djokovic
Before facing his first test before 2024 against the number 2 in the ATP ranking, Novak Djokovic declared that the seven-time winner of the Super Bowl is a great example of “a great career and longevity.”
The historic tennis player recognized that Tom Brady You have dedicated many hours and a lot of time to self-care and making sure that all aspects of your body and mind are covered so that you can have a successful and long-lasting career.
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Tom Brady’s longevity in the NFL
Tom Brady won six “Super Bowls” with New England Patriots, the last of these being at 41 years old. Two seasons later, he would put on his last ring with Tampa Bay Buccaneersin what seemed to be his retirement.
However, just when it looked like he would hang up his boots, he returned two weeks later for one last season. Finally, in February 2023 would confirm his retirement at 45 years.
The quarterback played in the NFL for almost 22 years since his debut as a starter on September 30, 2001. At age 24, two seasons after starting his career, she won his first Super Bowl.
Novak Djokovic wants to follow his example
Novak Djokovic will seek to win, at 36 years old, his twenty-fifth Grand Slam title in it Australian Open which starts in Melbourne in January. To do this, he must overcome the young promise, Carlos Alcaraz20 years old.
His generation companions, such as Roger Federerhas already retired, while Rafael Nadal He has had to fight with an injury that has sidelined him for several months.
On the other hand, he recognized the arrival of young players such as Carlos Alcarazthe Italian Jannick Sinner and the danish Holger Rune. “Young players who are going to carry this sport for years to come,” he highlighted.
Djokovic and Alcaraz They will face each other on Wednesday, December 27 in Riyadh at 09:00 (Central Mexico time) on the occasion of the Tennis Cup o Riyadh Season Cup.
2023-12-26 18:36:28
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