'Not done yet': Goran Ivanisevic backs Novak Djokovic for more Grand Slam glory

Novak Djokovic’s former coach, Goran Ivanisevic, has made a big prediction about the former world number one ahead of his Wimbledon fourth-round clash. Djokovic cemented his spot in the round of 16 at Wimbledon after beating Miomir Kecmanovic in straight sets with a score of 6-3, 6-0, 6-4.

It is the eighth consecutive year that Djokovic managed to cement his spot in the fourth round of Wimbledon. He will not face Australia’s Alex de Minaur, who secured his spot in the next round after beating Denmark’s August Holmgren in straight sets with a score of 6-3, 7-6, 6-3.

Djokovic’s former coach, Ivanisevic, has recently spoken to Clay Tennis, where he provided detailed insights into the 24-time Grand Slam winner's chances at Wimbledon this year. Ivanisevic was of the opinion that Djokovic still possesses the class and is also fit enough to win more major titles in his career. Ivanisevic believes that Djokovic has a real chance of lifting the Wimbledon title and also stated that people did not do the right thing by writing him off after some inconsistent performances in the recent past.

"I felt bad about that third set [against Sinner at the French Open], he had 15-40, two set points, and didn’t do anything wrong," said Ivanisevic. "I’m not saying he’d have won if he took that set, and even if he did, Alcaraz was waiting. But here, I see his chance. Looking at the draw, I don’t think no one can beat Djokovic before the semis, and he’s never lost to Sinner here. Okay, Australian Open and Roland Garros, but here Novak’s beaten him twice. In my view, Novak’s the favourite, no matter how sentimental that sounds. Alcaraz has beaten him twice, but last year Novak came after knee surgery, and in 2023 we all remember how close it was. Everyone says this is his last chance — I don’t agree. Plus, he’s the best grass-court player, experienced, he knows exactly what it takes here. It’ll be fascinating. The other day he and Tsitsipas practised together. It was a joy to watch, especially now that I’m on the other side. Such ease of movement, ease of play, the ball flies at 300 km per hour thanks to his technique and timing. If you look at that, he can play until LA. Motivation is another matter, showing up and training, he’s 38. But here, he looks ready, playing well, I get the sense he sees his opportunity. He just has to manage the nerves, sometimes that, I won’t say it 'eats him up', but it affects his execution. And it’s not his last chance, he has a shot at the US Open too.”