Indian Wells, Luca Nardi elated: “I think it’s a miracle.”

One of the most spectacular feats in recent tennis history

A feat destined to remain in Nardi’s mind forever. At 20 years old, world number 123, after being re-selected to the main draw as a lucky loser, Nardi beat Djokovic at the Indian Wells tournament, which the Serb won five times. An incredible performance that says a lot about the potential of Italian tennis, not only related to Sinner’s talent.

"I think it is a miracle. I am a 20-year-old guy number 100 and up in the world beating Novak Djokovic. È crazy. I think before tonight nobody knew me. I hope the audience enjoyed it. I am really happy", his words at the end of the most important match of his young career, the one that could launch him into the tennis that counts.

Nardi revealed who is the tennis player he is inspired by and who, therefore, è his role model: "I saw all his matches at the Australian Open. His feats inspire me to do better and better. I did not expect to win today but I always give my best in every practice and today è it happened. I am really happy", her clear words. Now head to the round of 16, where, waiting for him, there’è Paul, number 17 in the tournament.