My Daughter & I Agreed I’d Celebrate That Way” – Unveiling Novak Djokovic’s Hidden Violin Celebration at Wimbledon

“My Daughter & I Agreed I’d Celebrate That Way” – Unveiling Novak Djokovic’s Hidden Violin Celebration at Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic, a name synonymous with tennis excellence, has a knack for capturing attention both on and off the court. At the 2024 Wimbledon Championships, Djokovic debuted a new and intriguing celebration that left fans buzzing – playing an imaginary violin. This unique gesture came after his third-round victory over Alexei Popyrin. But what inspired this musical celebration? The answer lies in the heartwarming bond with his daughter, Tara.

 

Djokovic faced a challenging match against Popyrin, dropping the first set before staging a remarkable comeback. The World No. 2 eventually secured his spot in the second week at SW19 with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(3) triumph. His new celebration on Center Court, where he mimicked playing a violin, was not just a spontaneous act of joy but a pre-planned homage to his five-year-old daughter, who recently took up violin lessons.

 

“That was for Tara. My daughter has been playing violin for some time already, six months, and we agreed that I would celebrate that way,” Djokovic shared in a post-match press conference. His words carried the warmth of a proud father celebrating his child’s achievements in the most public and personal way possible.

 

Djokovic, visibly in better spirits compared to his earlier matches, reflected on the significance of sports celebrations, citing inspirations from iconic athletes like Usain Bolt and Cristiano Ronaldo. “Usain Bolt has his own signature celebration! Ronaldo and that ‘sui’, I also like Agassi’s waving with a kiss when he bows. Guga at Roland Garros with heart, there are interesting ones… Bellingham, he simply spreads his arms, Alcaraz did that, I did that at Roland Garros,” he reminisced.

 

The Serbian star emphasized the joy and creativity these moments bring to sports, acknowledging how they transcend disciplines and spread quickly through social media. “It’s interesting and fun that we can take it from other sports, combine sports, it travels quickly through networks. Everyone has their own thing, I changed it, it depends on the moment and feelings, now I have a violin,” he added.

 

As Djokovic prepares for his next formidable opponent, Holger Rune, in the fourth round, fans eagerly anticipate whether the violin will make another appearance. Rune, seeded 15th at Wimbledon this year, pulled off a dramatic comeback from two sets down to defeat Quentin Halys in his third-round match. The head-to-head record between Djokovic and Rune stands at 3-2 in favor of the Serb, with Djokovic winning their two most recent encounters. However, this upcoming clash marks their first meeting of 2024 and their first on grass, adding an extra layer of suspense.

 

The winner of the Djokovic-Rune showdown will advance to face either Alex de Minaur or Arthur Fils in the quarterfinals, with a potential semifinal battle against fourth seed Alexander Zverev looming on the horizon. As the tournament progresses, fans are left wondering what other surprises Djokovic has in store, both in his gameplay and his celebrations.

 

Stay tuned as the drama unfolds at the 2024 Wimbledon Championships, where every match, every point, and every celebration brings new excitement and keeps the tennis world on the edge of their seats.