讀後心得

Novak Djokovic participated in the Monte Carlo Masters alongside his brother Marko, stating that his brother's presence provides him with emotional support. The Serbian tennis king, who is pursuing his 100th ATP singles title, will temporarily be separated from his coach Murray this week, as Murray plans to return for the Madrid Open. Djokovic cherishes the time spent with his brother and revealed that he was affected by eyelid swelling and a mild viral infection during the finals of the Miami Masters. His goal is to gain experience and prepare for the latter half of the clay season. As the third seed, Djokovic received a bye in the first round and will face Wawrinka or Tabilo in the second round.

Novak Djokovic is participating in the Monte Carlo Masters with his younger brother, Marko. On the eve of the tournament, the tennis star revealed that Marko's presence would provide him with "special emotional support." Currently chasing his 100th ATP Tour singles title, the Serbian king of tennis will temporarily be without coach Murray at this week's clay event. Djokovic stated, "Working with Murray was not part of this week's plan," as the British coach is expected to return to the team at the Madrid Open in late April. "I'm very glad Marko could join the trip; this familial support is irreplaceable." Holding 24 Grand Slam titles, Djokovic emphasized, "It's always a precious time to be with my brother during the tour."

Currently ranked fifth in the world, Djokovic reached the finals of the season for the first time this year but lost to a Czech newcomer at the Miami Masters. Since the ATP Year-End Championships in 2023, the 37-year-old veteran has not won any ATP singles titles – his coveted Olympic gold medal does not count towards the ATP championship tally. During the Miami finals, Djokovic struggled with eyelid swelling and revealed that he was actually dealing with a "mild virus infection" before moving to Monte Carlo. "The symptoms started from the Miami semifinals; they did affect me during the finals, but they have gradually eased now." He added, "I'm glad to have regained my joy and competitive state on the court in Miami; the current goal is to accumulate match experience and conserve energy for the important events in the later part of the clay season."

As the third seed of the tournament, Djokovic received a bye in the first round and will face either an old rival or a Chilean player in the second round. This year's event boasts many strong competitors and will commence fierce battles in Monaco from April 6 to 13.