Serena fuels Djokovic’s history bid at Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic finds motivation in Serena Williams' remarkable return to tennis as he prepares for a historic bid at Wimbledon. Williams, at 44, is set to play her first singles match in four years, a comeback Djokovic described as "inspirational and epic."

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Look, first and foremost, what she’s doing is inspirational and it’s epic. That’s what I told her. I always admired her career, her journey, her story.

Djokovic, who is chasing a record 25th Grand Slam singles title, spoke with Williams about her return. He expressed admiration for her career and journey, particularly her dedication to playing again after having two children. "For her to come back after years of being absent from the tour, two children later, and to give so much effort to, not just for her own satisfaction is remarkable," Djokovic told reporters.

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For her to come back after years of being absent from the tour, two children later, and to give so much effort to, not just for her own satisfaction is remarkable.

Djokovic, the Open Era record holder for the oldest men's Grand Slam singles finalist, hopes Williams' return fuels his own pursuit of history. Both athletes have won seven Wimbledon singles titles. Djokovic, however, last won at the All England Club four years ago and is looking to improve his performance after a recent French Open exit.

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I told her that whatever happens, what she’s doing is truly inspirational for me personally, I’m sure for millions around the world.

Recognizing that Wimbledon's fast grass courts offer favorable conditions for shorter rallies, Djokovic believes he is better prepared for this tournament than for the physically demanding clay courts of Roland Garros. His training and preparation are focused on peaking for this Grand Slam, aiming to secure the elusive 25th title.

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I see her in the gym more than I have, I think, seen her when she was at her prime. It tells me that she really wants this to work out the best way possible.