Cameron Norrie - Novak Djokovic 2023 the one to beat
Cameron Norrie is certain: in 2023 - as so often - Novak Djokovic will set the tone on the ATP tour.
by Michael Rothschädl
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Dec 11, 2022, 10:13 am
Cameron Norrie has experienced firsthand what it means to face Novak Djokovic in a big match. And how quickly a match against the Serb can slip away. If the Brit - to the frenetic cheers of the London home crowd - was able to win round one in the semifinals against the 21-time major winner in Wimbledon this year, Djokovic then quickly gained control from section two. And finally won unchallenged in four sets.
So although Djokovic can only be found in fifth place in the ATP world rankings today, the Serb is still the player for the Brit who will put the stamp on the 2023 season. Carlos Alcaraz or not. "He's the one to beat," said the world number 14. at Eurosport. "He had an incredible year playing a limited number of tournaments. I have a lot of respect for him. It's incredible what he did to end the year the way he did."
Norrie has his eye on number one
Norrie himself has also set big goals, especially in the world rankings for the Briton: "I want to be number 1 in the world, that's a big goal for me. Of course there are a lot of things that I have to check off first. I haven't been in the top five yet so it's a goal I want to set in my head to make sure I train towards that every day and try to be the best player in the world." , according to Norrie.
Of course, the 27-year-old knows that this is a noble goal. Nevertheless, the world number 14 sees it. not as totally unrealistic: "Anyone can say they want to be number 1, but with the last few years and the level I'm playing at, I feel like I'm playing pretty good tennis," said the 27 -year-olds. Although there are still a number of things that could be improved. "There's still a lot of potential in my game. I feel like I can improve in all areas." But especially the game at the net and the stop balls. And then the Briton should also be able to stand up to Novak Djokovic.