Novak Djokovic Shines at Miami Open with Lionel Messi in Attendance
Novak Djokovic is proving once again why he’s one of the greatest to ever play the game. The Serbian superstar put on a clinical performance at the Miami Open, taking down Grigor Dimitrov 6-2, 6-3 in a match that felt like a masterclass in precision and poise.
But the buzz wasn’t just about Djokovic’s performance—it was who was watching. Soccer icon Lionel Messi sat courtside at the Hard Rock Stadium with his wife Antonela and their kids, soaking in the tennis action and cheering for Novak. Djokovic, clearly moved by the moment, said post-match, “It’s a great honour to play, probably for the first time, in front of him live. I’m really grateful he was here with his son and the family.”
Following the match, the two legends shared a heartfelt jersey exchange—a moment that quickly went viral and felt like a rare crossover in sports royalty.
Now, Djokovic advances to the final, where he’ll face 19-year-old Czech sensation Jakub Mensik. If Djokovic wins, it will mark his 100th ATP career title and a record-breaking seventh Miami Open trophy. Legends watching legends? This Miami moment was pure magic.
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After his last-four triumph, Djokovic told Sky Sports:
"It feels great. I didn't think I would beat my percentage of first serves from the past match but I did and that makes life easier on the court."
"It was tricky out there today, the wind was swirling around and not consistent, but I have not dropped a set in this tournament and I feel as good as I have since the Olympics last year."
