What memorable life advice did Djokovic deliver to UCLA football team?
Novak Djokovic has made the most of his time in California before the start of the BNP Paribas Open.
The man who has spent a record 428 weeks at No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings in his career took the time to spread his knowledge to the next generation, although in a different sport. Djokovic spoke to the UCLA football team before traveling to Indian Wells.
“It’s [about] right now,” Djokovic told the group. “This is the time because 10 per cent of life happens to us and 90 per cent of life is how we react to what happens to us.”
The five-time Indian Wells champion also explained to the football players that he misses the team spirit as an individual athlete.
“Seeing you guys, how much you enjoy supporting each other, lifting each other up and bringing that spirit up,” Djokovic said. “It’s only going to serve you as a team, you individually, [your] coach and the whole community and of course the college that you’re a part of.”
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Djokovic, a longtime basketball fan, also took the time to sit courtside at a Los Angeles Lakers game, snapping a quick photo with LeBron James and Luka Doncic. During his post-game press conference, Doncic shared the highest praise for the ATP No. 1 Club member.
“For me he’s the GOAT,” Doncic said. “For him being here watching me, it’s just unbelievable.”
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