Djokovic Says He Feels At Home In Montreal

Written by: Bob Larson Tennis on 8th August 2013

Djokovic Says He Feels At Home In Montreal

epa03779403 Novak Djokovic of Serbia challenges a call as he plays Andy Murray of Britain during the men's final for the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis Club, in London, Britain, 07 July 2013. EPA/KERIM OKTEN |

Novak Djokovic, winner of the last two editions in Canada, said he feels right at home in Montreal amid a large Serbian community along with some special tennis memories. “In 2007 I won my first Masters title. That changed a lot since that. That was the first big title, and it happened here in Montreal. I have a special memory and connection with this city. I love playing in this tournament, not just here, but also in Toronto.

“People here love tennis. For few days before the tournament started we had practice sessions with hundreds of people. Even they were announcing what we achieved in our careers. That’s something I didn’t experience on the other tournaments, where they have basically like a match announcement in the practice sessions. It’s quite interesting.

People really appreciate the athletes.”

Djokovic added that with all of his years of top tennis, picking one season over another is a tough ask. “It’s very hard to compare myself from now and any other year before that because every year is different. I try to remember those great moments that I had, especially in 2011 when I played the best tennis of my life. Knowing how well I played, just kind of stays in the back of my mind. Subconsciously I’m always aware of the fact that I can play that well.

“That’s something that gives me confidence and reason to believe I can repeat the success I had always in this tournament and any other. But, as I said, every year and every season is a different challenge. You mature. Every year you’re a different person. You have to face a different circumstance that affects your play.”