Jakub Mensik, the Czech tennis player currently ranked 23rd in the world, offered his perspective on Serbian athlete Novak Djokovic`s quest for a remarkable 25th Grand Slam singles title. Djokovic is set to celebrate his 38th birthday on May 22nd.
Mensik commented on Djokovic`s future: “Novak has a choice to make. Naturally, age takes its toll, but he still demonstrates the drive to remain among the elite, competing for a spot in the top 5 or top 10. Perhaps he won`t be able to win all four Grand Slam tournaments in a single season anymore, but he definitely still possesses the potential to clinch these titles. I know his goal is the 25th title, and I sincerely hope he achieves it. For me, he is the greatest player of all time, even if he doesn`t secure another victory.”
Mensik also recounted how his connection with Djokovic began: “After my final at the Junior Australian Open in 2022, we had training sessions together. I remember him supporting me during the match. At the post-match press conference, I called Novak my idol for the first time, and in response, he invited me to his training center in Belgrade. I was able to practice with him there several times. Later, before Wimbledon, we returned to Montenegro, and that`s where our friendship started,” Mensik shared.
