Djokovic fights back tears after Serbia elimination: “It’s my fault”

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In the semi-final of the Davis Cup against Italy in Malaga, everything was ready for another victory for Novak Djokovic (36). After 13 years he got the chance to win the Davis Cup again with Serbia.

Had. Djokovic’s compatriot Miomir Kecmanovic (24) wins his singles against Lorenzo Musetti (21) in three sets and puts Serbia ahead, but Novak Djokovic then misses three match points in his match against Jannik Sinner (22) and loses 2:6, 6: 2, 5:7. In the decisive doubles match, Jannik Sinner and Lorenzo Sonego (28) defeated Djokovic and Kecmanovic in straight sets (6:3, 6:4).

The great dream of winning the Davis Cup has shattered. Novak Djokvic is heartbroken after the exit: “It’s all my fault. I missed three match points and take my responsibility. It is a big disappointment and difficult for me to digest,” the world number one said at the subsequent press conference with tears in his eyes.

“The title would have been special for Serbia”

In both defeats, Sinner, the current number four in the world, is on the other side of the net. Djokovic has nothing but praise for his opponent: “I can only say bravo to Jannik. At this level, against one of the best players in the world, it is easy to miss three match points.” He did not make any special mistakes, Sinner simply served well. “It was very difficult to respond to his extremely aggressive serve,” Djokovic said.

The semi-final exit was a bitter disappointment. Defeats cannot be avoided in sport, but when you play for your country, the bitter feeling is even greater. “The title would have been something very special for our country and the people there. I tried to do my part and make my compatriots happy,” Djokovic continued. His thoughts were with his Davis Cup team all season. “But it wasn’t meant to be,” the 36-year-old concludes.

Second title for Italy?

The Italians, on the other hand, can look forward to Australia now waiting for them in the final. With a victory in the final they could celebrate their greatest success in 47 years. Italy has only won the title once in the 123-year history of the Davis Cup: in 1976 (against Chile). In total, Italy has been to the Davis Cup final seven times so far and has already been defeated by Australia three times. Will we take revenge and win the second title this year? (mbi)

Source : Blick