He's a phenomenon: Novak Djokovic shares his experience of meeting Lionel Messi before US Open

Before the US Open began in New York City, Novak Djokovic caught up with Lionel Messi.

Ojas Naidu Author

Updated - 31 Aug 2023 06:21 PM

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The renowned Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic recently took a break before the US Open to speak with Lionel Messi of Inter Miami and Argentina. The two athletes are acknowledged as two of the greatest tennis and football players in history. Before the US Open began in New York City, Novak Djokovic caught up with Lionel Messi.


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After moving to Inter Miami in July, Messi officially made his way to the United States. He didn't waste any time showcasing his football prowess by leading his new team to the Leagues Cup championship. He will now try to help his squad succeed in the MLS.  Recent newsworthy events include Messi's encounter with Novak Djokovic in New York City.


Messi loved the chance to meet Novak Djokovic, the astonishing 23-time Grand Slam champion, as both are regarded as the best performers in their respective sports. Images of the two icons went viral as soon as they had met, on Friday. 


On the sidelines of the US Open, the Serbian was asked about his encounter with Messi by an ESPN reporter. Djokovic replied, “He's a phenomenon. The first time I met him was before Roland Garros during a Paris match when he was playing there and the second time I met him is now in New York. We talked for 15 minutes about family and everything and I would like to meet him again to talk about sports. He is a great champion and I have a lot of respect for him.”


Watch the video here:


With huge players vying for the year's final Grand Slam, the US Open has gotten off to an explosive start. Djokovic's fellow countryman Laslo Djere will be his opponent on Friday, September 1, 2023, as Novak Djokovic successfully advanced to the third round of the competition. 

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He's a phenomenon: Novak Djokovic shares his experience of meeting Lionel Messi before US Open

Before the US Open began in New York City, Novak Djokovic caught up with Lionel Messi.

Ojas Naidu Author

Updated - 31 Aug 2023 06:21 PM

novak djokovic lionel messi sportstiger

The renowned Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic recently took a break before the US Open to speak with Lionel Messi of Inter Miami and Argentina. The two athletes are acknowledged as two of the greatest tennis and football players in history. Before the US Open began in New York City, Novak Djokovic caught up with Lionel Messi.


Also Read: Tennis world's Paige Spiranac - Rachel Stuhlmann makes appearance at US Open 2023


After moving to Inter Miami in July, Messi officially made his way to the United States. He didn't waste any time showcasing his football prowess by leading his new team to the Leagues Cup championship. He will now try to help his squad succeed in the MLS.  Recent newsworthy events include Messi's encounter with Novak Djokovic in New York City.


Messi loved the chance to meet Novak Djokovic, the astonishing 23-time Grand Slam champion, as both are regarded as the best performers in their respective sports. Images of the two icons went viral as soon as they had met, on Friday. 


On the sidelines of the US Open, the Serbian was asked about his encounter with Messi by an ESPN reporter. Djokovic replied, “He's a phenomenon. The first time I met him was before Roland Garros during a Paris match when he was playing there and the second time I met him is now in New York. We talked for 15 minutes about family and everything and I would like to meet him again to talk about sports. He is a great champion and I have a lot of respect for him.”


Watch the video here:


With huge players vying for the year's final Grand Slam, the US Open has gotten off to an explosive start. Djokovic's fellow countryman Laslo Djere will be his opponent on Friday, September 1, 2023, as Novak Djokovic successfully advanced to the third round of the competition. 

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