Novak Djokovic was playing his 35th Grand Slam final, he was used to the big stage but the emotions are always different. With each outcome, the athlete will have varying ranges of emotions. Djokovic did lose the final which went on for almost five hours but had a smile on his face while congratulating Carlos Alcaraz on the victory.
The Serbian had his head down for a moment after looking at his son, Stefan’s face but continued to talk with his head held high. The crowd which has been always rooting against Djokovic, this time gave him a loud cheer accompanied by claps that uplifted his spirits. The 36-year-old lost to a young star but found hope once again when he saw the smile on his son’s face.
I can see this all day ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ pic.twitter.com/J9dHsH9sjG
— Tennis legends were born in May (@Serbian_Lover) July 16, 2023
Stefan knew his daddy needed a company. He was with him from the beginning. When almost all tennis elements wanted Novak down, Stefan smile heals the pain. #Djokovic will comeback stronger #NoleFam.
This journey is sport lesson No 1 for Stefan: “How to be gracious in defeat.” https://t.co/f0Acg2Xfu3
— Susy 💕 (@Susyindrie) July 17, 2023
Young Stefan seemed to take it really well. I think a hug from him will heal Novak.
— TF (@tennisfan2222) July 16, 2023
The touching scene was picked up by the fans and spectators, who acknowledged the emotional impact it had on Djokovic. The fans demonstrated empathy and appreciation for the tennis champion by joining forces to provide encouragement and applause.
Fans shower love on young Steafan after Novak Djokovic got emotional
This display of unity among the crowd highlighted the unifying nature of sports and their ability to offer a shoulder to cry on and bring people together. Djokovic’s vulnerability and the genuine bond he shares with his son struck a chord with fans. It shed light on the human side of the athlete beyond his extraordinary skills on the court.
The collective support from the fans serves as a reminder that athletes, despite their achievements, are also individuals who experience a wide range of emotions. In this particular instance, the fans’ compassion and understanding generated support and understanding.
Still at very young, innocent age yet this kid teach us what most of us adult has not done – grace in losing. And that is probably why Novak broke to tears – the loss that brought out his very own gem’s glow. Very rare.
— Ma Ri (@MariaLochinie) July 17, 2023
Young Stefan seemed to take it really well. I think a hug from him will heal Novak.
— TF (@tennisfan2222) July 16, 2023
Most certainly! @DjokerNole will learn from this occasion, and come back better equipped to beat Alcaraz! #stronger
— obi1kenobi (@obikeno01856859) July 17, 2023
The kid Stefan has more values than #alcaraz will have in whole life @jelenadjokovic @DjokerNole .your sun congrats alcaraz while Alacarz did not find any nice words about Novak after the Match.Your kids are pure class. Also how royals manipulated their kids was disgusting.
— Mtastic (@Mtastic3) July 17, 2023
Despite the defeat, Djokovic continued to shower praise on Alcaraz and his team. He even mentioned the 2019 final, which he almost lost, and calmed himself down as he kept the focus on his opponent. The world No. 2 was gracious in defeat, and it certainly was visible at Wimbledon.