And the Golden Slam? Novak Djokovic is considering giving up the Olympics
Novak Djokovic has the legendary chance of the Golden Slam this year. However, he is allegedly still thinking about participating in the Olympic Games.
by Florian Goosmann
last edit: Jul 12, 2021, 04:29 pm
Australian Open? Check. Roland Garros? Check. Wimbledon? Check. Missing seven wins at the US Open - and Novak Djokovic would have made the first men's Grand Slam since the great Rod Laver in 1969 - something that neither Roger Federer nor Rafael Nadal has achieved.
But even more would be possible in 2021: Because the Olympic Games have been postponed until this year, Djokovic could even win the "Golden Slam" with a victory in Tokyo (if he then wins in New York) - something that so far only Steffi Graf has in 1988 has achieved. And as you know the Djoker, who is always looking for new records and best marks, he will do everything possible. Especially since he is still missing a gold medal in the individual.
Djokovic on Olympic participation: "50:50 decision"
Or not? In the press conference after his Wimbledon victory, Djokovic was undecided about participating in the Olympics. Although it was his plan to travel to Tokyo the whole time. "At the moment I'm a bit divided. From what I've heard in the past few days, it's a 50:50 decision," said Djokovic, referring to the current external regulations in Tokyo. Due to the corona crisis, it was decided a few days ago not to admit viewers. Family members are also not allowed to come along. Djokovic would also have to do without his stringers. "I have to think about that," he said.
Recently, some tennis players announced that they would not play the Olympic Games, including Rafael Nadal and Dominic Thiem . After the decision that no spectators could be there, Nick Kyrgios also announced his cancellation . Roger Federer has not yet received any confirmation either: The Swiss wanted to commit himself after his Wimbledon appearance. However, the lack of spectators could have made the decision for him, some fear.