Djokovic is the Darth Vader of tennis! McEnroe defends legend from harsh criticism

It’s hard to imagine being bored around him. And that’s a good thing. Novak Djokovic certainly doesn’t deserve the hateful reactions. By the way, are they hurting him? The tennis legend has now found a great advocate in John McEnroe.

• Djokovic will play in the semifinals of Wimbledon
• Many fans view him negatively because of his match with Rune
• According to McEnroe, he hasn’t made any sense

Djokovic and his match with Rune

The composition of this semi-final match already promised a good deal of entertainment. Both Novak Djokovic and Holger Rune are players who don’t hide their emotions.

Moreover, these tennis players belong to opposite spheres in terms of age. Rune symbolizes the emerging generation, while the Serbian tennis player is a playing legend.

Their match was quite unequivocal. Djokovic dominated the duel in three sets, yet this match was one of the most discussed events at this year’s Wimbledon.

The world number two was touched by the behavior of some fans who supported his opponent and ironically dealt with them after the match.

The good-night wishes extended in a similar vein as the Dane’s supporters chanted his name. Some insight into the situation can be gained in the following video.

Criticism and McEnroe

Sure, Djokovic’s behavior is sometimes substandard. But is it wrong? Every athlete knows that his discipline is based on emotion and you don’t have to play that on Centre Court at Wimbledon.

Djokovic is a blessing for tennis and sport in general. No one wants to be bored. And apparently another tennis legend, John McEnroe, shares a similar view.

When we compare Djokovic to other classic legends like Federer or Nadal, the Belgrade native comes out looking like Darth Vader.

No one expected such a tennis player to emerge and disrupt the dominance of the aforementioned players. “What if we end up respecting him?” mcEnroe asks rhetorically?

Conclusion

Winner takes all. As the classic says. In the end, isn’t the most important thing what follows in Djokovic’s most tense matches?

Yes, that’s right. In these moments, Djokovic usually rejoices in victory. This tennis player needs emotion. Maybe a negative one.

So, even if we give it to him, he’ll end up laughing. At Wimbledon this year, the Serb will play in the semifinals. If he beats Musetti, he’ll be in the Wimbledon final again. And not just any Wimbledon final, it would be his tenth.

Love him or hate him, it doesn’t really matter. Tennis’ Darth Vader is two matches away from a Wimbledon title.

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