Do not waste your young years, you cannot turn back time," Djokovic's surprising advice

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Clément Gehl

le 06/11/2025 à 11h20

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Djokovic

In an interview given to the ATP media service, Novak Djokovic was asked what he would tell himself if he were his own coach when he was young.

Given his dedication to the sport, the Serb gave an answer that might be surprising. He states: "I would tell him to play the long game, to be patient and to trust the process.

And to try to have fun and enjoy that process as well. To find a balance between professional life and private life. Yes: being dedicated, being committed, working hard, that is essential.

But don't lose yourself in all of that. Do not waste your young years, which means you must also enjoy life, because you cannot turn back time.