Djokovic Hungry for Wimbledon Success, “Even Better” Player than Agassi? World No. 2 Novak Djokovic’s incredible winning streak may have ended, but the Serb is closing in on the No. 1 ranking, and according to Andre Agassi, will likely be even hungrier for success at Wimbledon. According to Serbian newspaper Blic, the American tennis legend predicts that Djokovic is likely to bounce back from his disappointing semifinal loss at the French Open to give an even better performance at Wimbledon.
“I don’t worry for Novak,” Agassi said. “Of course, the disappointment was huge, but he surely realises he is playing better than anyone else this season and his only option is to continue in the same rhythm. His clash with Roger was one of the finest I’ve ever seen. Everyone thought Novak would win, he really looked invincible and gave away an impression he was unstoppable on his run. That is why I think he will put this defeat behind him, bounce back the right way and get back on track.”
“Once he does that, he will be back to winning ways at big tennis events. There are two more Grand Slam tournaments before the end of the season. If I was in his place, I would start thinking ahead to Wimbledon. I think he will be even better there and hungrier for success.”
Agassi also commented on the strengths of Djokovic’s game, saying, “His return is incredible. He sometimes appears as if it’s easier for him to be on the receiving end of a serve, than to serve himself.”
In fact, the American legend believes Djokovic is a better player than he was, citing the Serb’s versatility and athleticism as key strengths.
“Does Djokovic resemble myself?” Agassi said. “No, he is even better. He defends really well, while I struggled more in that element of the game. Novak is looks totally relaxed when defending, completely calm and the quality of his return is incredible. He is also extremely flexible in his game, which is facilitated by his ability to anticipate his rival’s moves. That is why I think he is a much more versatile player than I was and he is also much more athletic.”
Agassi ended by commenting on the state of the sport today, saying that he is pleased to see the level of play constantly being raised.
“The game of tennis has changed a lot and I really enjoy watching matches nowadays. The players are quicker, stronger, bigger, fitter and the whole package is that there is much more strength in tennis today. We can see today incredible exchanges of shots as the level of play is raised by the day, which is terrific for the crowds. The players are creating a game everyone loves to watch.”
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