Following his breakup from Goran Ivanisevic, Novak Djokovic might receive a new coaching offer.
With his statement regarding whether or not he would coach Novak Djokovic, Jimmy Connors has opened the possibility of a collaboration.
As the clay season approaches, the world No. 1 is without a mentor following their recent divorce from Goran Ivanisevic.
With 109 career titles under his belt, Connors owns one of the few records in the sport that Djokovic hasn’t yet broken.
Recently, Djokovic and Ivanisevic made the unexpected decision to call it quits on their incredibly fruitful collaboration. “A few days ago, Goran and I made the decision to part ways professionally.
The Serb said on Wednesday in an Instagram post, “Our friendship was always rock strong, even though our on-court chemistry had its ups and downs.
Since then, there have been numerous rumors and conjectures regarding Djokovic’s potential choice to succeed the 2001 Wimbledon victor.
The 36-year-old said in a statement on Thursday that he hadn’t decided yet and might possibly attempt going it alone.
However, Connors, the legendary former tennis player who holds the record for the most men’s singles titles, may potentially make a compelling offer.
On his Advantage Connors podcast, the American talked about Djokovic and Ivanisevic’s breakup, to which his son Brett, a co-host, questioned if he would take over as host.
Brett, I’m off from work. Connors began, I love chatting about tennis with you and making tennis podcasts.
But you know, if the occasion occurs, it would undoubtedly be a pleasure and an honor for Novak to consider my name,” he continued, not completely dismissing the notion.
However, as things are, I’m content with my current work. I adore everything about my life.
Regarding their abrupt breakup, the retired former No. 1 also shared his thoughts, saying that Ivanisevic wasn’t at fault.
You go on weekly trips, share meals, and spend quality time with your companion. You occasionally need a vacation. to agitate the situation and see the results. Connors surmised, “Maybe Goran Ivanisevic took him as far as he could.
It’s important to note that you are dealing with the greatest player of all time when someone else arrives and notices something different.
There aren’t many adjustments or recommendations you make. Many people who assume they know tennis and those who watch it from the stands don’t understand it.
When Djokovic showed up at the premiere of Nikola Pilic’s documentary on Thursday, he essentially validated Connors’ theory. The 24-time Major winner clarified that he and Ivanisevic had achieved their maximum potential in their collaboration.
As positive as a separation can be, our breakup has been good. After nearly five years, we’ve reached a point where we can no longer cooperate, Djokovic stated.
Together, we have written the history of our sport, captured Grand Slams, and finished seasons atop the global rankings, but we have also faced hardships, such as being disqualified from the US Open and being deported from Australia.
I will never forget that he brought the correct ideals to our relationship and that he was there for me first and foremost as a person, a human being. Excellent outcomes followed that kind of chemistry. My best wishes are with Goran.