Legendary tennis player Novak Djokovic said he cannot stop admiring Lionel Messi after winning the 2022 World Cup.
Novak Djokovic had very good words for Messi. Photo: Internet
Messi and Argentina have been crowned World Cup champions after 36 years of waiting and this is also the first time El Pulga personally has touched this noble title in his career.
The 21 Grand Slam winner – who is currently ranked 5th on the ATP tennis rankings – took time to talk about Messi’s personality, just a few days before the 2023 men’s tennis season begins:
“As a sports fan, a football fan, of course I admire and respect Messi. I think most of the world is satisfied with his achievements and what he has done. He is humble . Tuong, a young man full of energy, undaunted by success throughout the years.”
With the 2022 World Cup championship, Messi once again affirmed his position. Photo: Internet
“This is obviously something where I feel like Messi is like a great example for all the kids who look up to him, they want to be like him. Those qualities help Messi become greater than ever before.” .”
The former world number one tennis player was present at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar to witness the 2022 World Cup final between Argentina and France, where after 120 minutes and a 3-3 draw, the South American team won. won the penalty shootout. Novak Djokovic expressed his emotions when witnessing the crazy chase the two teams created:
Messi faces the opportunity to win another Golden Ball in his career. Photo: Internet
“I was really lucky to be there. For many people, this was the best World Cup final ever. What a brilliant finish, the way they won, the way they were rewarded. welcome at home.”
For Messi personally, the 2022 World Cup title gives El Pulga a temporary advantage in the race to win the 2023 Golden Ball. If he wins this award, Messi will create an unprecedented record with 8 Golden Balls.