John McEnroe on Djokovic's KILLER Mindset!💪 | Eurosport Tennis

John McEnroe joins the team in the studio to discuss Novak Djokovic's incredible mindset after winning his 22nd Grand Slam!
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[@wahn10]

Johnny Mac is absolutely right. Phenomenal athlete, phenomenal person. Unbelievable performance in every match, against so many obstacles. And classy all the way through.

[@novakgoatovic]

Djoko is mental giant, tennis goat. Just unbelievable person and hero

[@jm7804]

And a huge asshat

[@thenotorious2226]

Strongest mentality not only in tennis, but in sport in general!

[@darkocvijan1684]

IL PIÙ GRANDE SPORTIVO DELLA STORIA 🇷🇸🇷🇸🇷🇸💪🏻

[@vjanssens399]

Don't forget about Rafael Nadal

[@airkuna]

Your comment is nonsense.. tennis is a sport,and he plays only tennis.

[@joshuacaron5397]

Agreed!!

[@jimleveilleur2510]

yes ! because in tennis federer is far stronger ! physically nadal is stronger ! but mentally ! absolute monster ! makes the little différence ! federer with this mental would have win 30 majors

[@douglasboone3790]

Novak is a total inspiration as a person, and as an athlete. Great job Novak !!!

[@fiayazgilani5298]

most misunderstood player,he is finest human being,best speaker even in defeats,a poly gloat,talks like a refined statesman,appreciates rivals even during the game,takes care of lowly ranked players,his foundation doing great by imparting education to under previliged in SERBIA,his home town,fought with partisan crowds with smile n at times,a roar of line, particularly against 2 greats FEDERER N NADAL,if he stays healthy,going to win at least 28 grand slams n appearance in over 40 GS finals,respect n best wishes for him.

[@u2verparacreer743]

Novak is an EXAMPLE of mind set when he goes trough difficulties. One of the best sportsman ever.

[@jokelot5221]

Djokovic has a warrior mindset. Not killers.

[@markom325]

Most under appreciated champion in sports history. A true GOAT

[@padmarajan291]

It is simply mind boggling what Novak has made happen just in the past 12 months…part time player…but won 2 of the 3 majors he played in the past 12 months. GREATEST ATHLETE imo! 💙💙

[@josmit2945]

Part-time player. Brilliant!

[@patrickw9706]

38-2 since Wimbledon! Amazing

[@pot_kivach160]

If there was no covid restrictions, Novak would've won at least 1 more Slam and bunch of MS1000 tours. Also, 2000 Wimbledon points were taken away from him unjustifiably. Stupidly, I'd say. Now, he would've won another YE #1 title and more weeks as #1 in the world.

[@ambalavanant]

Let's appreciate him when he's still playing! The dedication and focus that he possesses 🔥

[@MrBjorn6]

I'm a Nadal fan but what Novak is doing at 35 is historical and unbelievable!

[@NBGD22]

Nadal the same. Crazy how both are good. To bad Nadal have injuries but health is still the best rival for Novak he pushing him more.

[@darkocvijan1684]

DJOKOGOAT🇷🇸🇷🇸🇷🇸

[@jonathanstirling7167]

Massive respect for your honesty!

[@Zhel65]

A Rafa fan too..the way he is playing..i am sure he will get more GS than Rafa soon.

[@4lugan]

@@NBGD22 no. Djokovic has won 10 titles after the age of 30. Nadal 3. Come on, it’s not the same. They are even in mayors, but Novak is one year younger. In every single statistic, Novak owns Nadal, except for winning 14 titles in one single tournament. Nobody has been so dominant at one single tournament as Nadal. I give him that, but in every single other statistic , Djokovic is the best.

[@annec.1966]

Life lesson to the world, stand firm on your principles.

[@svetlanajolovic5050]

The best player in the world and a kind generous person may he win more grand slams

[@jlewis1646]

He's the GOAT. There will NEVER be another tennis player with his strength, determination, talent, well spoken, finess, skill. He finds a way to overcome unimaginable obstacles and WINS. No other tennis player had to overcome political agendas like he encountered. A true hero. Canada 🇨🇦 loves you 😃

[@angrydriver2023]

Let’s forget about the stats even if Novak has the numbers as well. The reason why Novak is the GOAT is, unlike Roger and Rafa, he had to win with all the noise (and hate) off the court and so many times had to win big matches with the crowd cheering against him and heckling him. The other two never experienced that. That’s just fact.

[@schigischo]

the noise comes with reason. that's why he is by many never to be considered as the GOAT. That's just fact.

[@xhioni]

@@schigischo and the reason is..............he refuses to be pc.

[@xhioni]

The most weeks at number 1. End of discussion.

[@thenotorious2226]

@@schigischo Roger is that you?

[@Truth537]

@TheNotorious lol...

[@gmnboss]

A strong straight backbone...unlike many other players

[@anneryan2563]

An Amazing Champion. Would love to see him finish the year winning all of the GSs that would be something after what he has overcome!!

[@scepticobserver6879]

I don't think it's going to happen, because he will still not be welcome in the US due to their injection policies.

[@a32tl]

@@scepticobserver6879 Apparently, the most recent news is that the COVID travel mandate will very likely be lifted in May, which would grant Novak entrance into the country.

[@Ushgulubululum]

What He Has overcome ?

[@natoskull2]

@@Ushgulubululum He's overcome.. let's see: -Coming from a WAR AFFECTED country (he withstood the bombings in Serbia by NATO when he was a toddler) -Coming from an unpopular western european country, whose tennis tradition barely existed -A sickness associated to gluten, for which he had many retirements and W/O in his matches due to its symptoms (breathing difficulty, extreme fatigue, higher possibility of injuries, INJURIES) -Making all of his entire career coming WELL OFF behind the 2 GOATs of men's tennis for many years, and finally tie/surpass them in most statistics -Fighting not only against his rivals, but malicious talk and actions from career fellows/toxicity from media/journalists/crowds/Fedal/ATP and ITF themselves (and concrete acts against him) many times throughout his career -What could've been a career-ending elbow injury in 2017/2018, and coming back the way he did -Constant pressure by ATP doing things which benefitted Fedal (cancelling Wimbledon 2020 where he was the absolute favorite BUT organizing the RG 2022 anyways out of date IN OCTOBER, kicking him out for something that clearly wouldn't have happened to Fedal at the USO 2020, banning him AO, 4 Masters 1.000 and USO all in 2022, and taking his number 1 spot by taking ALL his Wimbledon points from 2021, not having the possibility of recovering them even if he won in 2022, which he did), or doing the worst schedules only for him, as Rome 2021 where he had to play 3 matches in 15 hours because of scheduling -Bad calls, as one in RG 2013 SF, for what Nadalito broke him to after win that match, or another one in Wimbledon 2007, in a ball for which Nadal also broke to take the lead in that match... -Hate/anger against him in social media (mostly by Fedal fans) who are capable of making up anything at all at the expense of painting as a villain and the worst kind of human being and tennis player just because he beat their idols -A BS spanish GURU who was with him for many years, who was clearly a rafan, who got Novak skinnier than usual and for whom Djokovic's level those years dropped a lot Just a few things, between others, he's had to overcome in his tennis career, as you can see...

[@Ushgulubululum]

@@natoskull2 alles verschwörungstheorien und das Novacc Djocovid sich nicht impfen lässt ist er selber schuld wenn er verbannt wird

[@michael8597]

Well this indisputable GOAT 🐐 derives motivation from his pain and suffering. He is the hallmark of greatness and I don't think you will have such a player at least for the next ten generations. So savour him when he is doing the unthinkable in 🎾 and relish his strategical and power filled tennis that has few parallels. He is the most talented player and his game is the most effective actualising extraordinary outcomes. He has already won 10 slams post 30 and I expect him to overhaul his tally pre-30s; that is Novak for you, the ultimate tennis machine and the 24 carat meticulous Terminator.

[@pot_kivach160]

Nicely said, Sir!

[@radmilalacosta5227]

👍

[@user-px5cd9ye8o]

Конечно , 30 Новаку не выиграть. Молодёжь крутая прёт, на пятки наступает только так...

[@harishg1507]

The two greatest sportsperson of this era Messi and Novak ......

[@Truth_Make_You_Free]

Just to clarify, his team got the 22 jacket. He had no idea of it. He said it.

[@u2verparacreer743]

John McEnroe is a clever person and a huge personality of tennis world. Is always interesting to listen to. 👍

[@jelenabodrazic522]

Go Novak, just be YOU!!!!

[@raiedaljaafary2020]

Incredible champion Novak Djokovic. He is creating new era for the sport for tennis for history making.. This is a remarkable era for an amazing champion Novak Djokovic..Go for it great champion Novak Djokovic more grand slams more glorious more success..God bless you and protect you

[@foodbeforepills8749]

He held his ground and stood up for what he believes in no matter the pressure. That alone is goat status in my book.

[@lawdogwales5921]

Yep.

[@RadeSusnjar]

I love that he shut you all up more than anything in the world.

[@yashtyson88]

Novak mentioned that he didn't know about the jacket.. His team gave it to him after the win..

[@badmanskill1112]

That makes sense. And they probably wouldn't have told him if he lost.

[@yashtyson88]

@@badmanskill1112 yup exactly

[@38Vitale]

How times have changed. I remember all too well when Matts was putting down Djokovic for years, so subjectively, even when he was a commentator, you knew he didn't like him. Bu Djokovic has proven him and all similar ones wrong, now there is nothing else but to admire him, if you have any sense whatsoever.

[@willatno2]

Great words from JMac and completely agree . What an inspiration for the world !

[@rickyismyuncle4485]

6:34 I thought finaly theyre gonna mention other relevant records like 1# weeks and year end, ATP finals where top 8 players can only play, double career masters and all that, holding all slams at once... For the love of god I dont know why Wilander was mentioning 250 tournies. Djokovic holds almost all the other important records next to slams.

[@dblaze4745]

Iron Man N.Gjokovich👍💖 🇲🇰...

[@joker4689]

Living Legend !!

[@CreativeRecipeswithKaren]

Yes, he is a very phenomenal and exceptional man. He does many things to be this way. But I remember when John was questioning his eating habits even making a bit of fun of it. How quickly we forget.

[@Turrican60]

Well, you clearly didn't, lol....

[@pot_kivach160]

I am blessed to live in the era of the greatest tennis player in the history of this sport.

[@BoyanBee]

Djokovic, Ivanisevic and Ibrahimovic as amazing friends, speaks volumes to the Balkan region peace and unity.

[@rickkopfler8447]

Nikola Jokic

[@marxistdemocrat1076]

Absolutley BRO .. we should feel united and love each other

[@user-mf5ue6rc5n]

Stoichkov, Berbatov, Modric, Doncic, Dimitrov, Mitrovic, Vidic, Cilic, Rakitic, the Balkans are full of sport stars

[@mtklaric]

peace is enough ;) leave the unity in the past....its better this way...

[@amiralsrbani24]

Hopefully he can surpass 500 weeks as number one.

[@TheFever77]

i think at this point Novak eclipses Nadal in every statistical aspect, from the multiple ATP 1000 tournaments Nadal has failed to ever win (Miami, Paris, Year End Championships) to Nadal's impressive 209 weeks at number one compared to Novak's mind boggling 374 weeks and counting. Novak is simply a record breaking tennis phenomenon. He'll for sure go on to beat Serena Williams GS record of 23 wins.

[@varunshahvo-tv9854]

What about graf records

[@milandjukic4583]

@@varunshahvo-tv9854 who cares about woman tennis.Only rival graf had eas monica and you know what happened to her. Girl won 8 grandslams before turning 19 lmao

[@arvpreenja3090]

Serenas 23 titles is not the record. Court owns that one.

[@naysayer1238]

@@varunshahvo-tv9854 What about ping pong records?

[@Turrican60]

Williams' GS record is immaterial - it means absolutely nothing as the women's game has nothing to do with men's tennis whatsoever. Many people seem to forget that Margaret Court actually won 24 GS, which is one more title than Williams achieved, but it still means nothing if we're concentrating on men's tennis, and purely on men's records. The men's game can only be judged on its own merits, and the same applies to the women's game. Still, if Novak's aiming for it, I hope he gets his wish.

[@melodietimm276]

GREAT COMMENTARY FROM JOHN MAC..

[@Fitness4London]

Novak Djokovic the Biography by Chris Bowers is fascinating.

[@jaimhaas5170]

Anything John gives his opinion about is well thought out. The best announcer in any sport.

[@Turrican60]

John is fantastic....but have you watched every announcer in every sport in order to arrive at your conclusion?

[@anafranjic4646]

The jacket was a surprise for Novak! When he was sobbing on his bench, a man brought him that jacket and everyone could see that!

[@ritanajm1443]

Djokovic you're the Best!

[@4kisso283]

I never cry so HARD watching him win the AO 2023.. I never cried. It was the win for everyone who wants to be like Novak. I don't care or idolize anyone, Novak is a really nice human being ethical and with PRINCIPALS. I am not vax so he represent many like myself who love freedom of what we put in our bodies. Novak is not the regular tennis player. Novak is a WARRIOR like none other. The other two play for money they "behave" according to what the press like so they can be "popular" Novak is a real man who speak up his mind. He is a HERO who fights and cares for the important things in life, not just fame the guy is so great inside and outside the country. Placing Nadal and Federer at Novak level is unjust and I like them. But the only GOAT is Novak and he will MARK that very clear before he retires. Juts watch

[@Genosuke1]

The jacket was kept secret from him by his family and Lacoste until he won. Yes, he is superstitious and yes, he is the GOAT.

[@myserbia]

Simply put GOAT if he is not GOAT then he is Wolf

[@user-bq7gg3dr8o]

Поздравляю Джоковича. Я так рада, что это славянин!!! Женский теннис тоже славянка победила. Славяни и русские это мощь и сила духа!!!

[@plemacorluka4621]

GOAT.

[@danicadabic9789]

Mats, Novak actually didn't win that many "small, 250 point titles". Out of 93 won so far, 66 are the big titles (22 slams, 38 masters, 6 YE Championships - Tour Finals). He is leading Rafa in that category by 7 big titles, and Roger by 12. That's a way better percentage than the other two especially Roger who won the total of 103 titles but "only" 54 big ones. Novak won 12 titles of the ATP250 category and 15 of the ATP500. Rafa: 10 of ATP250 and 23 of ATP500; Roger: 25 of ATP250 and 24 of ATP500.

[@lawdogwales5921]

Excellent point.

[@lunarossa9314]

Atleta incredibile, è il numero uno!!! grazie grazie.!!

[@mbucd]

Johnny Mac was one of the few ppl in tennis on the right side of the Novak v Australia debate last year.

[@fiayazgilani5298]

NOLE goat of hearts.

[@littletony1764]

Novak is the greatest tennis player in the world - the rest are not worth talking about! Because what Novak did was much more than play tennis, he highlighted the corruption and evil that lurks in the hearts of so-called officials, who are so quick to follow a fake narrative and destroy many people's livelihoods. Novak stood up to all of that and therefore, in my eyes, he is a legend on all levels!

[@stefanvasilache5252]

The rest are not worth talking about? I bet you put = between you and Federer, Nadal. No, you are a simple working class person with no ambition, and those guys are elite humans. I will talk about elite humans, but not about you.

[@AndreasSchmidt-us5cx]

I believe every fair human have wished this title to Novak and he fulfilled this dream. And respect to Australians they did not make any problem for him, to allow this triumph happens. Thank you John McEnroe to mention Ukraina and Russia, as Novak is Serbian and his coach Ivanisevic is Croatian - we normal people we do not want wars, we are involved into interests of war-mongrels bankers and their politicians. We want to see sports and not wars.

[@Turrican60]

Actually, the whole world prefers sport to war - we're all the same, at heart.

[@AndreasSchmidt-us5cx]

@@Turrican60 So, why are you fighting in Ukraine?

[@sportsport1654]

I am waiting for Rolland garos 2023, it will be interesting

[@angies7906]

Well maybe he can win Roland Gaross this year!

[@rondunn4336]

Confidence comes from reliable technique under pressure.

[@dingdong4969]

2-3 years of a clear field, with no major competition in sight, Novak can just pile on titles set the records unbelievably high.

[@Turrican60]

"No major competition in sight"? Seems you forgot about Alcaraz and Rune, both of whom are young, fearless, hungry, determined, and will only become even better players. Don't underestimate either of these two, and don't underestimate how difficult it is to win just one Grand Slam title, let alone 22. Novak isn't stupid enough to take any rival player for granted, and neither should you be. Nobody ever hands over a Grand Slam title on a plate - it has to be earned, and that starts by respecting your opponent. Thankfully, Novak is already well aware of that.

[@dingdong4969]

@@Turrican60 It would be great if they can rise to that level, especially Alcaraz, they are both great no doubt. They are not at the level of Djokovic/Nadal/Federer yet, which makes it easier for Djokovic to grab a couple more titles with ease, before time starts catching up with him and the younger players are able to offer a better challenge. All the rest of your rant..not sure where that came from. I didn't really say anything about Novak being stupid or that he should underestimate players. Even he knows that he's head and shoulders above the rest as of now, that's why he powered through the injury and won the grand slam with ease when he was not even at his best, and you know how difficult it is to win even a single grand slam! He even had the "22" slams jacket ready before hand, that's how much he was aware of his opponents threat.

[@sjjapp]

​​​@@dingdong4969 the best performances this tournament came from Alcaraz. His best level right now is actually a bit better than Djokovics at this stage. That's not me saying Alcaraz is a better player. Djokovic isn't in his prime anymore. But he's still so damn good, but even more than that he's ultra clutch in big moments and he uses all that experience, discipline, self belief and so on so well. And that's why he's still ahead of Alcaraz. For now. But Djokovic cannot get any better than he is at this stage. Alcaraz has time to get better. And one area he clearly does need to sort out was highlighted by him shooting himself in the foot in his match against Djokovic by cramping thanks to winding himself up so much with nerves and whatever else facing Djokovic. But even Djokovic had a lot of troubles early in his career. But time alone isn't enough. He has to make the right moves. We'll just have to see what happens, but once Alcaraz got past his tightness at the start of set one he was getting better as it went on and it's quite obvious the tennis level is there to beat Djokovic, unlike Ruud who, while I really like him as a player and seemingly as a person, he could throw a house at Djokovic almost and still not win that match. There are levels to the game.

[@GM4mp035]

GOAT

[@philsidock]

Djokovic has won 6 out of the 7 tournaments he's played in since Wimbledon. Think about that for a second.

[@MMimi-mg4qt]

He is the best "asset for the game not just the good one...one and only GOAT. p.s. he didn't have the jacket - it was given to him after the match.

[@Planetearththeonlyone]

BIG THANKS John for trying to unite brothers from Russia and Ukraine! To a lot of us this is really important to our hearts! No, we're not enemies, our enemies are the powerful!

[@bozidarugljesic2907]

His haters help him to, fuel his fire to win even more

[@minguyen2589]

The jacket, as Nole later confirmed himself, was put there in a bag by his team member at the end, that he didnt know about! Not sure he would do it himself as it can be quite superstitious!

[@carloartificialintelligence]

Mc Enroe is a big fan of players with killer's instinct, cause at his time John would have like to kill his rivals Connors and Lendl, but he wasn't able enough to do it (he just had the joy to smash Connors during an exhibition).

[@JuanAMatos-zx4ub]

I think he said the jacket was a surprise that his team had for him

[@mirba6933]

Well done John McEnroe! You are a great man and a real human being. I thank you from the bottom of my heart and soul for your words about the war in former Yugoslavia and now in Ukraine. Thank you for eternity. The name JOHN McEnroe will forever be written in golden letters of kindness, humanity and humanitarianism towards others. All the best in life, maximum health and inner peace. Novak Djokovic is certainly and indisputably currently the best tennis player in the world in history.

[@pfpchad2747]

Congrats to Djokovic!

[@serjtubin]

I'm not even tiny bit into tennis, but my YT is flooded with Novak and I how everyone loves him now haha

[@johnboich6773]

John you are good man.

[@user-sy6xo3zo5b]

The KING is back...!

[@peaceandlove544]

Extraordinary human being period

[@pot_kivach160]

7:18 Hello, Mr. Johnny Mac! I have subscribed to this channel only because YOU recommended. I much respect you as a champion and a great personality. Cheers!

[@oceaniesamsung3104]

The Best Novak

[@sumanchowdhury6162]

Media made a fuss about his 22 Jersey. But Roger did it first and no one says and noticed that

[@araka3279]

Il est en forme Djoko

[@lilianajankovic6426]

Dokovic didn’t know anything about jacket ,his team got it for him with out Novak knowing . He was going to were his blue one.

[@petergreen5940]

The west has despised the east for centuries! That is why the treatment djokovic recieves from the media could never happen to nadal or fed. This guy is the goat!

[@miaash3870]

Novak is a complete beauty! May this phenomenal man lead the happiest & healthiest long/fulfilled life!

[@bosesebi6685]

Being a Serb, attacked by everyone all the time, makes you resilient. Not only in sport.

[@notleug1]

the jacket was brought to him on court. At first we saw him grab the blue one...

[@sup9542]

I’m most interested in what Djokovic is doing to keep his body going. You don’t get through a hamstring tear on mental strength, you need cutting edge medical technologies to do what he’s doing. Whatever he’s doing, everyone should try to find out and copy it, if they can afford it.

[@vladimircurkoski1455]

In 2021 I said that in 2023 or 2024 he will be a player with most support on tour even though that wasn't the case ever before

[@onenessguy85]

When I see how good the young players are today, I'm even more impressed by Novak. He steamrolled them all on his way to the title. I thought Rublev might take him down, but not even close.

[@Turrican60]

Before the match I gave Andre around 20% chance of winning....by the end of the match I realised it should've been a 5% chance as he was never in it.

[@galetinm]

He didn't know about the jacket. He had a different one prepared. Someone in his team gave it to him after the match.

[@patnisbert4139]

Thank you father mother God and my King

[@cozybear692001]

Smartass he didnt prepare that jacket for the final, his team was

[@harishg1507]

I think he is going to go on a run now , watch out gen next ....

[@jonaschilonga81]

John is definitely spot on. These three guys (Roger, Rafa & Novak) have separated themselves from the rest. They're the Gladiators of the tennis sport, due to their dedication, commitment and discipline over the years. That's why where they're in terms of tennis achievements, non is even closer to them. 🤣🤣🤷🤷

[@ioany6144]

👏👏👏👏💜

[@anatolii2404]

Боже мой я не могу смотреть мой любимый теннис из-за санкций.

[@marlenebuls9535]

Mats Wilander- FYI - Djokovic did not know about the jacket- his team organized it without his knowledge and gave it to him before the presentation. Get your facts correct, and don't be so tactless!

[@youngsuit]

who is the broadcaster in the black dress

[@gbp4998]

Well well well, how Wilander has changed his tune.

[@Elkana888]

The number of people who are trying to belittle greatness of Novak is proof that he is the best ever.

[@EetsBack]

I’m sure the deprivations he faced as a child in Serbia has strengthened his resolve and grit.

[@edwardsantosa644]

His name says it all: NoVac, all his major competitors now have some health problems due to the jabs, so he'll definitely be smashing the competition for A LOT more years, even though he's not that young anymore.

[@insignificus]

🤣🤣🤣🤡

[@aleksandarsedmak1858]

simple the best...ever!

[@BlokSvblok]

Huge fan of Novak but the best game is to watch him and Rafa.

[@jedilady4485]

Nole and Rafa are amazing and strong warriors!!

[@GoustiFruit]

Yes, Nole is.

[@Pejatube]

Did he say anything about Eurosport's KILLER journalism?

[@markovic355]

Lol

[@AC852HK]

It’s funny how many people think he prepared his jacket , obviously it’s his sponsors who have faith on him. At the end of the story his team passed the jacket to him lol

[@orbitalwarrior]

He certainly has very high ambitions and is a true professional to be able to sustain this level. However, I do feel the other players come on court already defeated. They're just satisfied with losing and don't believe in their chances, and this is something I don't understand. If you look at this year's AO, Dimitrov, De Minaur, Rublev all had the wrong game plan or didn't try to play any differently to at least somehow disturb Novak. Even Tsitsipas, allthough coming close in two sets, ultimately couldn't win those tiebreaks. This speaks to Novak's qualities, but it's also a letdown from his opponents. Players like Wawrinka and Thiem at least take it to him and play with everything they possess to defeat him. Maybe that is Novak's biggest quality: playing solid percentage tennis, knowing this will win him the match in 95% of the cases, having that mental edge and confidence even before the match has started.

[@Turrican60]

"Satisfied with losing"? No they're not - these guys are professional tennis players who are trying to make a living. They may be accepting of defeat, but that's hardly the same thing as being "satisfied". Besides, they don't have a choice.

[@orbitalwarrior]

@@Turrican60 What I meant is that when they play Novak, they're doing damage control, instead of actually trying to win the match. Rublev was already talking about having Novak in his part of the draw, that it was unfortunate. This is not the mindset to have going into a quarter final at Grand Slam level. Of course they're professionals. I just want some more fight and competitive attitude from certain players when it comes to these types of matches against Djokovic.