Novak Djokovic Honors Kobe Bryant in Heartfelt Speech After US Open

Novak Djokovic is protecting the Mamba mentality near his chest.

Moments after the tennis champ defeated Daniil Medvedev and gained the Males’s US Open title Sept. 10, the athlete unveiled a T-shirt that includes a photograph of himself alongside NBA star Kobe Bryant. Written throughout the chest was, “Mamba Eternally.”

“I considered doing this t-shirt ultimately, if I get the prospect to win the event, about seven days in the past,” he stated after his win. “I did not share it with anybody till just a few days in the past once I requested my individuals to assist me out to make this shirt. Kobe was a detailed good friend, we chatted lots concerning the winner’s mentality.”

Novak, who additionally wore a zip-up with a 24 patch stitched on, detailed how the Lakers star had guided him all through this profession.

“Once I was combating an damage and making an attempt to make my comeback, work my manner again to the highest of the sport, he was one of many individuals I relied on probably the most,” the 24-time Grand Slam winner shared. He was at all times there for any form of council, recommendation, any form of assist in probably the most pleasant manner.”