‘They are the best’ – Novak Djokovic identifies three main Olympics rivals

‘They’re the perfect’ – Novak Djokovic identifies three principal Olympics rivals

Novak Djokovic has recognized three gamers as the largest threats to him in his bid to win a primary profession gold medal on the Tokyo Olympics.

The world primary highlighted Daniil Medvedev, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev as “the perfect” potential opponents.

The Serbian may face fourth seed Zverev within the semi-finals, whereas second seed Medvedev and third seed Tsitsipas are potential remaining adversaries.

Djokovic is making his fourth Olympic look, having first performed on the 2008 Beijing Video games – whereas Medvedev, Zverev and Tsitsipas are all making their debuts.

“Though some gamers from the highest aren’t coming, there are additionally plenty of elite gamers preventing for medals,” the 34-year-old mentioned in a press convention at Belgrade Airport.

“[Daniil] Medvedev, [Stefanos] Tsitsipas and [Alex] Zverev are among the many favourites. They’re the perfect, however it’s a lengthy match and something can occur.

“It truly is a singular feeling. [In] the [Olympic] village: greatest athletes on the planet share time, we eat and sleep beneath the identical roof. It’s a invaluable expertise which spurred my particular person profession afterwards.

“It’s fascinating to see different elite athletes training, getting ready, consuming, and recovering. It’s enjoyable, however it’s helpful as effectively, the data you get.”