Novak Djokovic: The biography and trivia of the tennis champion

In tennis, few athletes have left such an indelible imprint as Novak Djokovic. At 36, according to many fans, this phenomenal Serbian tennis player has established himself as one of the greatest of all time, earning the title GOAT (Greatest Of All Time).

The last great victory at the ATP Finals in Turin in 2023

In the thrilling final of the Turin 2023 ATP Finals, Novak Djokovic once again demonstrated his undisputed superiority on the court. Facing the young and talented Jannik Sinner, Djokovic showcased his tennis mastery and unfailing determination, defeating the Italian 2 sets to 0. 

Djokovic dominated the match and enchanted the audience and it’s his consistent prowess on the court that has attracted him so much attention from both tennis fans and oddsmakers. People everywhere want to stake wagers* on this champion’s skill and determination, and we’re constantly seeing sports betting sites favouring him, even when he’s slated against a tough opponent. Gambling is a popular way of making a match more interesting and it’s players like Djokovic that massively bump up the excitement and allow bettors the chance to make big wins!

Novak Djokovic's dominance and legacy

In 2023, with his triumph at the Australian Open, Roland Garros and the US Open, Djokovic reached the extraordinary figure of winning 24 Grand Slam titles, setting a record that seems almost unsurpassable. A number that, by comparison, overshadows even the performances of the great female tennis players, with Serena Williams, standing firm at 23 titles.

But Djokovic's dominance is not just limited to on-court victories: he is also the tennis player who has amassed the most significant prize money in tennis history, with more than $175 million earned through his countless triumphs. His wealth stands at around $231 million, an achievement due not only to prize money but also to sponsorship deals with giants such as Hublot, Head, Raiffeisen Bank and Lacoste. 

The agreement with the latter brand is estimated to secure Djokovic over $9 million annually, further underscoring his dominance in the tennis world and the endorsement arena. In parallel with his earnings, the number of matches Djokovic has won is impressive. His consistent performance on the court continues to testify to his supremacy in the modern tennis world and frequently makes him a favourite with those setting the betting odds. He’s made some pretty big money for those who favour him, as well as for himself!

Djokovic's athleticism is one like no other

The sporting history of Novak Djokovic

Born in Belgrade on May 22, 1987, he was discovered at only four years old by Jelena Genčić. Gifted with uncommon talent, as soon as he was 12, he was forced to flee to Munich because of the outbreak of war in the former Yugoslavia. Few know that his wanderings around Europe also brought him to Italy: at 17, he trained in Liguria with Riccardo Piatti, learning new strokes and the Italian language. Djokovic speaks 11 different languages.

He debuted on the professional circuit in 2003 by participating in a minor tournament in Monaco. Before long, he achieved his first victories and qualified for ATP circuit tournaments. In just under two years, he managed to reach the 200th world ranking position. In 2006, he entered the world's most important tournaments by participating in both Masters and Grand Slam challenges, even hitting his first ATP tournament victory on Anersfoot clay. No wonder he’s such a fan and bettor favourite today.

2007 was the year of consecration: he reached his first Slam final and took the third position in the ATP rankings behind Federer and Nadal. In January 2008, he won the Australian Open and the year-end Masters. Djokovic collected victories worldwide and climbed the last two positions in the world rankings. 

In 2010, he discovered that he was intolerant to gluten: he began a diet that would strengthen him both physically and mentally and lead him to win the Davis Cup. During the following year, he won three Grand Slam tournaments; the Roland Garros Ground remains bewitched.

In 2011, he won 43 consecutive matches (an Open era record), losing only to Federer in France and in recent years, he has racked up multiple wins and trophies, ending 2015 with 82 wins and six losses, including to Wawrinka in the Roland Garros final. The year, 2016, also got off to the best possible start, winning the Australian Open for the sixth time, equaling Roy Emerson's record. With that victory under his belt, he became an even more popular candidate for great betting odds.

How much money does Djokovic receive for winning the Australian Open?

Novak Djokovic, as the winner of the 2023 Australian Open, takes over from the famous Spanish Rafa Nadal on the Oceanic throne, rises to number one in the world ranking, displacing Carlos Alcaraz, and gets a hefty amount of money as a financial prize. In total, the Serbian player pockets almost two million euros (2,975,000 Australian dollars, which is 1,952,245 euros). Stefanos Tsitsipas, meanwhile, as a finalist, walks away with just over one million euros (1,625,000 Australian dollars) — the most significant part of a cake that, in sum, distributes 76.5 million Australian dollars.

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