Novak Djokovic and Stefanos Tsitsipas competed in the 2023 Australian Open and there was nothing but respect between the two after it was played.
The Greek player was the first one to collect his runner-up trophy, and during his speech, Tsitsipas didn't hide his frustration. After previously losing to the Serbian in Paris, he wanted to take revenge in Melbourne, but Djokovic proved to be just too good for him.
When talking to the packed Rod Laver Arena after the match, Tsitsipas acknowledged the qualities of his opponent and after first saying that he's one of the greatest to ever play the sport, he soon added that he actually thinks, Djokovic is the 'greatest ever to hold a tennis racquet'.
“I’ve had the privilege to play a lot of tough, high-intensity matches but Novak brings the best out of me. That’s what I’ve been working my entire life for. He’s one of the greatest ever to play our sport. I think he’s the greatest ever to hold a tennis racquet.”
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