Novak Djokovic celebrated his 38th birthday in style at the Geneva Open, overcoming a challenging start to secure a thrilling 6-4, 6-4 victory over Italy's Matteo Arnaldi. Despite cold and rainy conditions, the Serbian star fell behind early in the second set but rallied with five straight games to turn the match around.
During the match, emotions ran high when Djokovic smashed his racket on the court after a serve break. He later apologized on-court, saying, "I'm sorry for the racket. It's not a good example for the young ones," showing that even top athletes have their off moments. 😊
The win is extra sweet as it marks a comeback against an opponent who previously eliminated him at the Madrid Open. Now, Djokovic charges into the semifinals, set to face Britain's Cameron Norrie, promising another round of electrifying tennis that inspires sports fans and young professionals to keep pushing forward.
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Djokovic celebrates 38th birthday with win over Arnaldi at Geneva Open
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