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Novak News & Interviews Vol.2

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#1 ·
Yeah, I thought of one last thread we needed... you know, for all the articles about him that are written, etc.

NOW we are set with the threads I believe.

But this will be the lovely place where our Serbian friends post the articles and we wait for translations :)
"Volume 1"
 
#802 ·
It makes sense to skip Queens/Halle, they start just after RG, and he's planning to go until the end there... I think that for him, Wimbledon is a warm up event for the Olympics :lol:
 
#809 ·
An article about Novak's life in Monte Carlo. This is only a google translated version so it's not great but it's still interesting.

As in every fairy tale, the history of Monaco began a legend that says that the Italian pirate Francois Grimaldi Francesco 1297th The disguised as a monk to fraud entered the well-guarded fortress of Monaco. He opened the door to his pirate brethren in the bloody night was born the dynasty Grimaldi , which the government has more than 700 years. The turbulent history and mikrokneževine, but the vine Grimaldi has managed to survive. Zavaljujući smart, sadly recently deceased Prince Renier and his sense of marketing, Monaco is now tax oasis that attracts the rich and successful as a magnet. However, the Monte Carlo money is not the primary one, as it has in abundance, but peace, orderliness, the availability of the various necessities of luxury.

The tax haven known as Monte Carlo is certainly the most prestigious place on earth where you could find. In just two square miles of steep and rocky shores of the Mediterranean, there are people whose names I know almost everyone in the world. First on the list is, of course, Prince Albert Grimaldi , chiefs of the oldest ruling house in the world. The rest of the population consists of a Hollywood star, billionaire, supermodels, professional athletes ... In a word - the world's elite.

More than because of the history and natural beauty of the building, MOZZART Sport is the crystal coast came the Masters tennis tournament is traditionally held there every spring. Of course, the focus was our Novak Djokovic . Because of the competition already all know, we concentrated on the " vansportske activities . "Specifically, we were intrigued as the best player in the world spend their free time at his second home, so called Monte Carlo. Where he lives, who his local friends, where "drink coffee", lunch and training. Our interest is in the true sense of the word " Novak's Monte Carlo . "

Story on Novak's Monte Carlo told us Šove Erik , his longtime friend and neighbor, and to the terrace favorite Djokovic La Spjađa cafe, owned.

Novak and Eric were introduced six years ago just in the coffee shop and since then, as is our frequent guest when the Principality. Once Djokovic is dressed as a waiter in the cafe and usluživao guests. It was interesting to see facial expressions surprised guests when they realize that they serve someone who was at that time was already a superstar.
" Because of my involvement in tennis in the past, many players came and still come into my coffee. I am very close with Magnus Norman, Ivan Ljubicic and Ricardo Pjatijem. Novak was 18 when we were just Pjat met but then gave the impression of a mature man. It was clear that an extraordinary person and I was pleased that I had the opportunity to help him until accustomed to the new environment. The Monaco is almost impossible to buy an apartment and rented most of them, just like Djokovic. Novak first moved into a studio not far from my cafe. Even then it was in connection with Jelena, extraordinary girl, who was a mainstay of his career. They lived modestly in the bachelor, almost student life, not as many here who can get hold of money and the bragging right. Most people change when they become extremely successful, but Novak is just the way it was before the five or six years old when we met. A modest, open and friendly with everyone. So, for example, last year he asked me if I could have your countrymen, who came from Serbia and other countries that it would have looked at the tournament, prepare good food from my kitchen. Of course, at his expense, during the entire tournament! That you Novak ... He felt a great responsibility and it was not involved in the Masters. This is just one of his gestures that show how unselfish and generous . "

In addition to Novak , in La Spjađi, which is proudly displayed Serbian flag colors, often spend our compatriots. Thus, during the tournament there sat Bob Zivojinovic, Filip Zepter, Rambo Amadeus with the team and Vladimir Jugovic and his family. Of course, in La Spjađu coming Formula 1 drivers, actors, singers, and many prominent residents of Monte Carlo ...
" The famous French actor Jean-Paul Belmondo is my personal friend , "proudly says Erik ..

Novak has recently changed and the apartment building, though he continued to rent the first apartment, where he lived when he moved to Monaco, so that his friends and team members have a place to stay.
" Now we can shout across the terrace " Erik tells a joke. "Finally, I wanted to mention that I was Novak 2010th brought to Belgrade, where I attended the Davis Cup matches. Can not say I was thrilled, and your people truly sorry that poor economic standing. But it will be better, I'm sure . "

Erik Šove we clarify the situation in the principality in
itself. " The story is slightly different from widespread to live here just legends and stars. In Monaco there are about 8000 monegasque (people born in Monaco) of almost 40,000. These people who come to give us work, live by them in some way. Not that they take from us but give us. There are about 120 nationalities. What attracts people to Monaco's climate, especially in the winter months. Italy is a 20 minute drive by car, there's more, if you want to be a skier, for 45 minutes you could be in a ski resort in the Alps. All in all, life here is truly cosmopolitan . "

Novak and his longtime girlfriend Jelena Monaco considered their base. Novakova building is located immediately above the town beach, a Monte Carlo Tennis Club, whose grounds every day practicing, is only five minutes away. But if you bothered to turn on the car, you and a special elevator that goes through the mountain ... Traffic jams are commonplace here, and you are advised to use public transport. Especially in the days of the tournament.

Novak rarely leaves the Monte Carlo when it's there. Sometimes go to Milan on a football game because Rosoneri fan, and a great friend of Zlatan Ibrahimovic . Business professional tennis player is linked with the frequent and lengthy trips, accommodating in hotels ... Simply, one can get enough of. In this cosmopolitan city famous people can live without "fuss" of fans, including our as. Often you can see how spending time with friends on the beach front in La Spjađe or evening walks his pet Pierre .

It was on the beach sometimes and trains, so this rather cold and went into the sea in April, although the temperature was about 13 degrees Fahrenheit. On one occasion he even takes a special train riding stationary bike, you can see in the photograph on the third side of the story.

Otherwise, he and his conditioning coach Austrian Gebhart Fil-Grič use the natural advantages of Monte Carlo in full. In addition to training in water often ride bikes and run around the surrounding mountains, or the slopes of the Alps.

This actually ends with our walk by Novak's Monte Carlo. Hectic schedule of the world's best players white sport has taken him to his hometown, and after that moves slowly toward a new, great goal - Roland Garros.

http://www.mozzartsport.com/vesti/reportaza--novakov-monte-karlo
 
#810 ·
Dejan Petkovic, football player that used to play for Flamengo, twitted this =
Tudo acertado, o número um do tênis virá ao Brasil.

Almost at the same time saw someone twitted this news
http://extra.globo.com/esporte/petk...tml?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
google translation

The former Petkovic confirmed on Wednesday the coming of the current number one tennis, Novak Djokovic, Brazil.
On his Twitter, he announced the presence of his compatriot, but gave no details of when and in which city he will play.
- All set, the number one tennis will travel to Brazil - said the Serb, who was Brazilian champion Flamengo in 2009.
At this point, Djokovic is in Italy, where the struggle for the championship of Rome Masters 1000.


Leia mais: http://extra.globo.com/esporte/petk...djokovic-ao-brasil-4918383.html#ixzz1v4hk9wmr
They met in Rome..they took a picture together. Only thing that is missing is..when.

 
#811 ·
The most famous news magazine here in Brazil posted on their website that the date was November 17th, and the exhibition would be in the HSBC Arena, in Rio. The article also said that the date and place would be confirmed this week (the article is from a few days ago). The article (in Portuguese): http://veja.abril.com.br/blog/radar-on-line/esportes/o-dia-de-djokovic-no-brasil/

Anyways, I'm super excited! I'm going for sure!!!
 
#813 ·
Monday, 21 May, 2012

An interview with: Novak Djokovic

Q: If you compare last year and this year….
Djokovic I am not comparing last year and this one.
Q: NO, just in the way you are both playing. What are the main differences
Djokovic I cant say – he is always the favourite even if I win against him 7 times – he is the best player in the world on this surface and the two wins I had gave me confidence and I think that the match today was quite close …even if he won in straight sets. If you don’t use the opportunities against Rafa he gets momentum. I made unforced errors and I don’t think he played extremely well – I made a lot of errors which should not happen when you play against Nadal and ….. I will go to Paris with confidence and I played a great week.
Q: Sorry to say but will it be crucial to block ……
Djokovic The facts are there. I cannot say it is not present and its there and a possibility to win 4 Grand Slams in a row and I am going and preparing for a Grand Slam as I prepare for any other big event with more focus and its 2 weeks long and the most important tournament and we always wast to deliver out best game and we are good – I feel good on the court and I need to make a few adjustment before Paris but I'll be in top form
Q: 2 raquets broken in 3 matches. Whats your opinion.
Djokovic No opinion. Its my emotions on the court and I show good and bad emotions.
Q: You day the fist set as 6 break piints --
Djokovic A lot of changes from 5 all – a lot of changes and I made incredible mistakes. What can you do – Nadal is across the net and you need a strong and precise shot and you can over force the shot but look --- as I said – its been a good week and he deserved to win.
Q: Do you watch the match on TV or you never do it. Today you were pushing him back and he was playing short and you didn't take advantage.
Djokovic I feel the ball as well as in the semi finals
Q: How you explain the unforced errors today. Bad form?
Djokovic I just answered that question
Q: Novak – you said Rafa didn’t play but is he doing any thing different with his serve or forehand
Djokovic That is a question for him. I don't fee that there is much difference in the tactics., Always when we play t is a close match and small differences.
Q: Why did you feel last night you couldn't play
Djokovic Made a decision together with the officials and we made the decision that the court was not possible to play. Sorry for the people but risky to go out on the court an having an injury and very soft and not good conditions and I think that the finals today was good and a good crown of people in the stands.
http://www.internazionalibnlditalia.com/News/Tennis/2012/Interview-Transcripts/Djokovic-Final.aspx
 
#815 ·
Didn't see the video but feel he is sounding a bit testy???

Anyway, how come Nole has become an unforced error machine suddenly??? Nole never had so many unforced against Nadal. Not even when he used to repeatedly lose to Nadal on clay. Can't fathom what he is trying to do???

Let's make tiny adjustments and move on....

On to RG. AJDEEEEEE!!!
 
#817 ·
That is absolutely great. Angry Nole is a victorious Nole. Last year he was angry, this year he has been less angry. Let's hope he keeps some of his anger and fire long enough for RG. :D
 
#819 ·
He sounds pissed, good, very good :p Maybe it's a blessing in disguise as they say, better not to go into RG as favorite, like Wimbledon 2011 and not RG 2011 :) Besides, as Wimby showed, two good matches (semis/finals) could be all he needs, with a normal draw he should be fine up to then, fingers crossed :rocker2:
 
#826 ·
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-05-22/novak-djokovic-parts-ways-with-clothing-sponsor-sergio-tacchini.html

Novak Djokovic, the world’s best male tennis player, will end his two-year cooperation with Italian clothing brand Sergio Tacchini International, the company said.
“It has been mutually and amicably decided that, as of the 2012 Roland Garros Grand Slam, Novak Djokovic will no longer be the brand ambassador,” the company said in an e-mailed statement today.
Djokovic is the reigning Wimbledon, U.S. Open and Australian Open champion. He rose to the top spot of the men’s tennis rankings last July after he won his first Wimbledon title.
Uniqlo? Maybe Nike?
 
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