Wilander has no doubts about Novak Djokovic’s return at Australian Open

Wilander has no doubts about Novak Djokovic’s return at Australian Open

After his triumph in the ATP 250 tournament in Adelaide, which came thanks to a victory in the final over Sebastian Korda, Novak Djokovic is increasingly ready to return to the Australian Open. The Serbian tennis player last year had to forgo the Australian Slam as he was not vaccinated against Covid-19.

Former tennis player Mats Wilander took to the microphones of Eurosport to have his say on the Belgrade champion’s return to Melbourne: “I don’t think I’ve ever seen a player hungrier for revenge than Novak Djokovic. Nole will do everything in his power to win his 10th title in Melbourne, especially after the events of last year. At that time many people were convinced that it was right to expel Djokovic from the country, otherwise he would be seen as privileged. Nevertheless, I believe he will be well received this year.”

“Novak is the favorite for several reasons. First, he has won this tournament nine times, so he has a special feeling for the AO. The surface is perfect for his characteristics. The Australian Open is a tournament that requires a special feeling. I am speaking from personal experience, as I have won three times there,” Wilander quipped.