"The number 1 danger for me? "Defending champion Novak Djokovic is chasing new records at the Australian Open. His ambitions are also clear in the press conference during Media Day.
The one that starts tomorrow against Dino Prizmic will be his 19th Australian Open, but no one finds the time to ask him about the 18-year-old Croatian, the last junior winner of Roland Garros.
After all, victory number 90 on the courts of Melbourne Park depends on his physical condition. "Compared to the United Cup, the wrist is fine - reassures Nole - it is certainly a much minor physical problem compared to the one I suffered here in the past, both in '21 and last year".
"I'm not superstitious," says Djokovic, "but when I'm here I like to visit some places to which my best and luckiest memories are linked. I don't know if it's the secret of my success, but I like to visit the botanical garden to reconnect with nature. Then, when I can, I take a walk on the beach or in the South Yarra district, which is less chaotic than the center, more relaxed. I like to isolate myself to find a balance against the tensions and stress of the majors," he explains.
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