Andre Agassi makes special appearance, Novak Djokovic's wife, son & daughter turn heads at French Open blockbuster vs Jannik Sinner

Novak Djokvic receives special support during Jannik Sinner clash at French Open (Source - GETTY)
Novak Djokvic receives special support during Jannik Sinner clash at French Open (Source - GETTY)

Andre Agassi made a special appearance to witness the blockbuster clash between Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner in the semifinals of the 2025 French Open. The Serb will receive cheering from his biggest pillars of support, as his wife Jelena and children Stefan and Tara are present in his box.

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Djokovic hasn't been at his best during the 2025 season, however, he seems to have found his best tennis at the perfect time. He has been in scintillating form at the French Open, comfortably breezing past one opponent after another.

He kicked off his campaign by thoroughly crushing Mackenzie McDonald, after which he only grew stronger as he scored straight-set wins over Corentin Moutet, Filip Misolic, and Cameron Norrie.

He stunned his naysayers in the quarterfinals when he took down third seed Alexander Zverev after impressively turning the game around to win 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4.

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The Serb faces his biggest test in tennis' current World No. 1 Jannik Sinner. The 38-year-old will feel extra motivated to take Sinner down as he will feel the support of his wife Jelena and his children Stefan and Tara from the box. His family was also present in his box during his Australian Open campaign.

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Interestingly, Andre Agassi is also witnessing the clash of generations. He is currently working as a studio analyst for TNT Sports and Warner Bros. Discovery's French Open team. Agassi, who previously used to coach the Serb, has been seen enjoying his matches in the past as well.

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Interestingly, Djokovic shared a hilarious interaction with Agassi during the Australian Open last year when the American had attended his opening round match, citing how it was overwhelming to play in his presence.

"I was inspired by your presence and overwhelmed to see you" - Novak Djokovic and Andre Agassi share a hilarious interaction at the 2024 Australian Open

Novak Djokovic - Source: Getty
Novak Djokovic - Source: Getty

Novak Djokovic had an electric start to the Australian Open in 2024 when he survived qualifier Dino Prizmic 6-3, (5)6-7, 6-3, 6-4 in a thrilling match. During his on-court interview, he shared a hilarious interaction with Andre Agassi.

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The Serb first mentioned how one of his returns during the match was reminiscent of that of Agassi's, which he told the American. He then joked about how he lost three games in a row following the aforementioned interaction.

"Of course [I noticed him]. Andre, great to have you, thank you so much for gracing us and the Australian Open with your presence. We haven't seen you in years. Actually, 4-0 and deuce and I made a forehand winner, I smiled at you and I said, 'It's almost like your return,'" Novak Djokovic said (3:32 onwards)
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"After that, I lost three games in a row, not your fault, my fault. I lost my focus, but I was inspired by your presence and overwhelmed to see you. Thanks for coming out," he added.
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Sinner had taken the opening set 6-4 at the time this article was published. The winner of their match will play Carlos Alcaraz in the final of the 2025 French Open.

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