I'm happy with my serve and I know what needs to be improved," Djokovic discusses his game in Shanghai

Novak Djokovic came through in 3 sets this Sunday against Yannick Hanfmann in Shanghai. In the mixed zone, the Serbian highlighted the importance of serving, particularly in these difficult playing conditions in Shanghai.

He stated: "Yes, life on court is easier or more difficult depending on whether you serve well or poorly. I must say that during the first two matches here, it's probably been my best shot.

It makes a difference, you know. It made a difference for him. He broke my serve right at the beginning of the first set and held his serve without difficulty until the end of the second set.

Even though the courts are slower than last year, just like the balls. But if you place your serves well, it's difficult to break. I'm really happy with how I'm serving.

I need to improve my overall game from the baseline. I know what needs to be improved, and I hope it will already be the case in the next round.