Tennis News: Following Tuesday’s victory in the mixed doubles match at the World Tennis League, Paula Badosa praised teammate Novak Djokovic. Team Falcon took the lead as Badosa and Grigor Dimitrov defeated the Hawks’ tandem of Dominic Thiem and Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 5-7, 6-3, 10-4.
The Serb supported and counselled Badosa and Dimitrov at all moments while sitting on the Falcons’ bench during this match. Even offering the pair refreshments was a kind gesture that Badosa immensely appreciated.
After her victory, the 25-year-old Spaniard spoke to the media and emphasised how a tournament like this offers wholesome content in the form of enjoyment and the opportunity to learn from a champion like Djokovic.
“We’re competing but also enjoying and having fun. For us, it’s a good opportunity. It’s a fantastic opportunity to spend time with Novak and get knowledge from him, too,” Badosa stated following the victory.
After Badosa and Dimitrov won the match, Team Falcon took the lead. But after defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the women’s singles match, Elena Rybakina levelled the playing field for the Hawks.
Alexander Zverev said, “I’m pleased to achieve my first win in a long time,” after defeating Novak Djokovic.
21-time The World Tennis League welcomed Major Champion Novak Djokovic on Tuesday. In the decisive rubber of the match between the Falcons and the Hawks, he played opponent Alexander Zverev.
The German came out on top, winning 6-3, 6-4, gaining his team five bonus points as well. Both players needed to win to give their teams all the points.
The German, who has been sidelined for a significant portion of the year due to an ankle ailment, spoke on the court following his victory and emphasised his happiness at playing in front of a large crowd.
“The ambience was fantastic,” Zverev remarked on the court. “I’ve missed playing on the court, I’ve missed playing in front of this sort of crowd, in these stadiums,” said Zverev.
He continued by saying that he was “glad” to win for the first time since the French Open of this year.
“I knew I had to play my best tennis in the last seven months, which is not that difficult, but I’m thrilled to gain my first win in a long time,” said the player.
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