Novak Djokovic recently shared his admiration for young tennis star Jannik Sinner, highlighting similarities between them. The praise from the 24-time Grand Slam champion came during the Six Kings Slam event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where Djokovic commended the 24-year-old Italian player for his skills and approach to the game.
In response to a question about which player he sees himself in, Djokovic pointed to Sinner, emphasizing their shared aggressive playing style and strategic mindset. Djokovic noted similarities in their physique and versatile playing techniques, stating that Sinner’s game reflects aspects of his own prime performance.
Djokovic’s positive comments towards the potential 2025 Wimbledon champion contrast with previous speculations of tension between them, originating from an earlier interview where Djokovic mentioned Sinner’s hobby of skiing. Djokovic clarified that his remark was misunderstood, explaining that it was a spontaneous response in a quiz-style interview and not intended as disrespect towards Sinner.
The upcoming Six Kings Slam exhibition will feature a match between Djokovic and Sinner, with the latter entering the event as the defending champion after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas. Sinner has notably outperformed Djokovic in their recent encounters, including a victory in the Wimbledon semi-final, showcasing his competitive edge against the seasoned champion.
