Former world No. 1, Andy Roddick, recently expressed his surprise at the unexpected split between Novak Djokovic and his long-time coach Goran Ivanisevic. This news has sparked discussions about who Djokovic will turn to next as his coach, and Roddick has even suggested that tennis legend Boris Becker could be in the running for the role.
“I was surprised. You don’t look to make moves in March or April. This has had to be a surprise to both of them,” said Roddick, highlighting the unexpected nature of the coaching split.
Since the announcement of the split, there has been speculation about who Djokovic will choose as his next coach. Many are curious to see whether he will turn to a familiar figure, like Becker, who has previously coached him to victory.
Roddick also commented on the potential candidates, stating, “It would be hard for me to think someone 37 years old goes with an entirely new scenario, just goes through the vetting process, get to know someone. You’re on a shortish timeline going into Roland Garros, so my instinct is that he goes back into something that is known, that is familiar… it wouldn’t shock me to see Becker in the mix of that conversation.”
Becker had previously coached Djokovic between 2014 and 2016, a partnership that saw the Serbian win multiple Grand Slam titles and ATP Masters 1000 tournaments.
Despite the speculation, Djokovic’s next move remains uncertain, and the tennis world eagerly awaits the announcement of his new coaching team.
The unexpected coaching split has also raised questions about Djokovic’s long-term future in tennis, with many speculating over what his next steps will be. As discussions continue, it’s clear that it will be an interesting time for fans and tennis enthusiasts to see what the next chapter holds for the Serbian tennis great.
The tennis world is eagerly watching to see who Novak Djokovic will choose as his next coach and how this move will impact his future in the sport. With the upcoming Roland Garros tournament on the horizon, all eyes will be on Djokovic as he navigates this pivotal moment in his career.