Novak Djokovic has a habit of bouncing the ball a lot before serving.
Many tennis players, like Marin Cilic, also bounce the ball several times before serving. Djokovic’s pre-serve routine can vary greatly; sometimes he bounces the ball just a few times, other times it takes much longer.
His ball-bouncing habit doesn’t follow any strict rule. On average, though, he does it more than most players. He used to have a specific method but recently told Vogue Adria that he’s left those old habits behind. Despite this change, his spiritual approach to life remains important for his success.
“More than ten years ago, I used to hit the ball an even number of times on the deuce side and an odd number on the advantage side. But I stopped doing that.”
| Name | Age | Points | Stats 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novak Djokovic | 38 | 8,360 | 18 - 6 |
Why It Can Be Annoying:
Bouncing the ball many times can frustrate opponents who are left waiting for him to serve. Djokovic acknowledges this annoyance and admits it sometimes bothers him too.
Fans might find this news interesting because they often wonder about his unique habits.
“I don’t decide how many times I’m going to bounce the ball. I know it’s annoying for a lot of people and sometimes it’s annoying for me – I wish I could bounce it less and just get into the rhythm but sometimes, especially if it’s a tough moment and I’m a little bit tight and under pressure, I might bounce it a bit more.”
What do you think about Djokovic’s pre-serve routine?
