US EditionNovak Djokovic breaks down in tears over late tennis father, flaunts his multilingual skills after winning comeback in Athens
- Novak Djokovic broke down in tears during a tribute video for his late coach Nikola Pili after winning against Alejandro Tabilo at the Hellenic Championship in Athens.
- Nikola Pili, who passed away in September at the age of 86, had a significant influence on Djokovic's career and was described by him as his 'tennis father.'
- Djokovic expressed deep emotions during the tribute, stating, 'As long as I play tennis and as long as I live, I'll celebrate his name.'
- The event showcased Djokovic's emotional side and highlighted Pili's significant role in his development.
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Emotional scenes at the ATP tournament in Athens: When superstar Novak Djokovic was approached by his former companion Nikola Pilic, the Serbs were crying over the cheeks (above in the video). After his eight-time victory over the Chilean Alejandro Tabilo in Athens, Novak Djokovic became visibly emotional and paid tribute to his former coach Nikola Pilic. A special video was shown on the screen in honour of Pilic. "Pilic was more than a mentor a…
Novak Djokovic wept profusely after his victory in the second round of the Hellenic Championship in Athens on Tuesday. This was after tournament organizers played a tribute video in memory of his former coach Nikola Pilic, who died in September at the age of 86.
The Serbian world star has a lot to thank for Niki Pilic, who passed away in September.
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