World number one Novak Djokovic believes he peaks during the clay court season, with his biggest goals being Roland Garros and the Paris Olympics.
"I have a pretty busy schedule ahead, and the Olympics will make it even busier," Djokovic said in an interview on the sidelines of the Laureus Awards on April 23. "I'm really looking forward to the Olympics because it's the oldest and most important sporting event."
Djokovic admitted that he doesn't have many more chances to participate in the Olympics, an event that takes place every four years. He is therefore determined to win this year's tournament because he still lacks an Olympic singles gold medal in his huge collection.
"I will try to make the most of this opportunity," said the Serbian. Djokovic, who turns 37 next month, won a bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics but has failed to win the subsequent Olympics despite entering the tournament as a top favorite.
In his last Olympic appearance, Djokovic lost to Alexander Zverev in the semi-finals and his dream of winning the Golden Slam was shattered. In the history of men's singles tennis, only two players have won the Golden Slam: Andre Agassi and Rafael Nadal - who have won all four Grand Slams and the Olympic gold medal.
If he attends the Paris Olympics, it will be Djokovic's fifth time representing Serbia in this arena. "If I don't believe I can win a gold medal, I won't participate," Nole added. "You have to believe that anything is possible. I hope to be healthy and represent Serbia."
The Paris Olympics tennis event will take place at Roland Garros, where Djokovic is aiming for his fourth title. The world number one has not reached a final since the start of 2024.
TB (according to VnExpress)