Soccer predictions Istomin on Djokovic`s dominance: Some young people can beat him, but they`re a little afraid
Denis Istomin commented on Novak Djokovic`s victory at the Australian Open. The former No. 33 ranked player beat him in Melbourne in 2017.
Istomin is the playing captain of the Uzbekistan national team in the Davis Cup. On February 3-4, his team will play against the US national team in Tashkent. Before the match, he spoke with a reporter.
- Firstly, he is very motivated. Grand slams are his incentive. He wants to become the greatest in history. In the last few years this has been noticeable because he has been trying to play everything in order to stay in shape. Age is taking its toll - it`s obvious that it`s not so easy for him. Even though he beat everyone in three sets at the Australian Open, believe me, it`s not easy for him. This court is special for him because this is the tenth time he has won this tournament. He always feels very comfortable on it.
I think the younger generation just lacks confidence. They understand that he is still one of the best. I`m sure some can beat him, but they`re a little afraid and can`t put pressure on him at decisive moments. We must give him credit for the fact that in important moments he plays like a robot and doesn`t just give away a single ball. This is his big plus, because of this he wins many matches.
- He has a very large team that is working on his condition. There are many physiotherapists and doctors nearby - all at the highest level. I will say that at the top level microtraumas are par for the course. If you keep an eye on it and don`t make it worse, then, in principle, you can play. In a five-set match, you can always expect at least minimal injury. You are still on the court for more than three hours, constantly moving, and all this just doesn`t go away.
So he just has a good team that keeps him in shape. And even with minor injuries he can play and win.
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