World No. 1 Novak Djokovic has parted ways with coach Goran Ivanisevic.
Former Wimbledon champion Ivanisevic became Djokovic's main coach in March 2022 and has been working with him since 2018 alongside his longtime coach Marian Vajda.
Serbian Djokovic has won a record 24 Grand Slam singles titles, but has had a disappointing start to 2024.
“Goran and I decided a few days ago to stop working together,” Djokovic said on Instagram.
“Our chemistry on the court has had its ups and downs, but our friendship has always been rock solid.”
Djokovic lost in the semi-finals of the Australian Open in January and lost in the third round at Indian Wells this month to world No. 123 Luca Nardi, and has since moved on from the ongoing Miami tournament, saying he “needs to balance his personal and professional life.” I withdrew from the Open. schedule”.
“I clearly remember the moment I invited Goran to be part of the team. It was back in 2018, and Marian and I wanted to innovate and bring the magic of the serve to the duo,” Djokovic said. Told.
“In fact, since then we've brought not just the serve, but a lot of laughs, fun, a year-end No. 1 ranking, record-breaking achievements, and 12 more Grand Slams (and a few finals).” Did I mention the drama? Too?”
Croatian Ivanisevic helped Djokovic win three of his four Grand Slam titles and was nominated for the 2023 ATP Coach of the Year award.
Djokovic shares the record for Grand Slam singles wins with Margaret Court.
The French Open, which begins on May 26, will be the next Grand Slam on the calendar.
