Novak Djokovic recently embarked on a scenic cycling adventure with his wife Jelena, and his coaching team at the Lovcen National Park in Montenegro. This trip comes on the heels of his triumphant campaign at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Jelena’s recent Instagram posts reveal the couple’s cycling training through the breathtaking landscapes of Lovcen National Park. Jelena shared multiple pictures and videos, where she can be seen playfully struggling to keep pace with her husband against the backdrop of the serene Lake Skadar in the Bay of Kotor.
"Catching up with my man," Jelena wrote in caption.
During the cycling training, Djokovic also hilariously issued a warning to the three-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar.
"Back in training. Setting new goals. Next stop, Tour de France. (I’m coming for you, @tadejpogacar 😆)" the Serb wrote in caption.
In the 2024 Paris Olympics, the 37-year-old won the gold medal without dropping a single set throughout the tournament. The Serb's journey to the final saw him defeating opponents such as Matthew Ebden, Rafael Nadal, Dominik Koepfer, Stefanos Tsitsipas, and eventual bronze medalist Lorenzo Musetti.
In the final against Carlos Alcaraz, the Serb emerged victorious with a score of 7-6(3), 7-6(2). After his triumphant campaign at the Paris Olympics, he decided to skip the Canadian Open and Cincinnati Open. He is currently preparing for his title defense at the 2024 US Open.
Novak Djokovic discussed the significance of securing Paris Olympics gold for Serbia
Novak Djokovic reflected on the significance of securing an Olympic medal for Serbia.
During a post-match press conference, the Serb disclosed that he was aware this could be his final opportunity to secure Olympic gold, prompting him to focus intently on the occasion.
"Doubts always exist, but faith and the belief that I can achieve my goals are always stronger. I was aware that this was my last chance to win an Olympic gold, so I had to focus fully on my goal," he said (Via Punto de Break).
The 37-year-old further stated that the moments of standing atop the podium, hearing the Serbian anthem, and witnessing the flag being raised were unmatched in his career.
"Nothing will ever surpass seeing myself on the podium listening to the Serbian anthem with the flag raised," he added.
To celebrate Novak Djokovic's triumph in Paris, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic revealed that the government plans to build a museum in the country dedicated to the 24-time Grand Slam champion.
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