Novak Djokovic – Profile

Full Name: Novak Djokovic (Новак Ђоковић)

Date of Birth: May 22, 1987

Place of Birth: Belgrade, Serbia (formerly Yugoslavia)

Nationality: Serbian

Occupation: Professional Tennis Player

Years Active: 2003 – Present

Playing Style: Right-handed (two-handed backhand)

Coach: Goran Ivanišević

Grand Slam Titles: 24 (Most in men’s tennis history)

Career Prize Money: Over $180 million (Highest in tennis history)

Biography

Novak Djokovic is a Serbian tennis player and one of the greatest players in tennis history. Known for his mental strength, endurance, and all-court game, he has dominated the sport for over a decade. He turned professional in 2003 and won his first Grand Slam title at the 2008 Australian Open.

Djokovic is the only male player to have won all four Grand Slam titles at least three times, holding multiple records in the sport. His battles with Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are considered legendary rivalries in tennis history.

Notable Achievements

Record 24 Grand Slam titles, including 10 Australian Open wins (most in history)

Held the World No. 1 ranking for over 400 weeks, the most in ATP history

Completed the Career Golden Masters (winning all 9 ATP Masters 1000 titles at least twice)

Won all four Grand Slams in a row (2015-2016), a rare feat in men’s tennis

Olympic Bronze Medalist (2008)

Playing Style & Strengths

Exceptional return of serve, considered the best in history

Unmatched flexibility and defensive skills

Strong mental resilience in high-pressure matches

Dominant backhand and all-court adaptability

Personal Life & Interests

Married to Jelena Djokovic, with two children

Fluent in Serbian, English, Italian, French, and German

Advocates for plant-based diets and mental wellness

Runs the Novak Djokovic Foundation, supporting education for underprivileged children

Known for his charismatic personality and humor