'He's a Step Ahead of Everyone,' Tsitsipas Praises Djokovic's Health and Longevity Edge

Tsitsipas Dreams of Playing to 50, Hails Djokovic's Mastery of Diet, Sleep and Recovery in 'Bolshe!' Interview

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Clément Gehl

le 03/03/2026 à 14h13

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Djokovic Novak Tsitsipas Stefanos

For the YouTube channel "Bolshe!", Stefanos Tsitsipas opened up about Novak Djokovic and longevity in the sport. While he mentioned his desire to play until 50, he particularly praised the Serb's ability to perform at his age of 38.

He said: "Novak Djokovic is an excellent example because he's nearly 40. He still competes at tennis at an incredible level. I admire that. He's done everything to achieve perfection.

"He's elevated tennis in terms of health"

He's one of the few professionals in our sport to have elevated tennis to this level in terms of health, well-being and personal care, by implementing practices that tennis players had never considered before.

He has a step ahead of everyone else when it comes to his diet, sleep and recovery. He's the best example."