Reports from “Salzburger Nachrichten” that Dominic Thiem may end his career after this season also reached the ATP tournament in Rome. Superstar Novak Djokovic also showered roses on the Austrian’s possible retirement rumors and the 2020 US Open winner. “First of all, he’s a great person, a very good person, very good manners, good values, a family man, always takes time to say hello, always respectful on and off the pitch,” said the Serb.
Djokovic also praised Thiem for his personality. “I really like Dominic. I think he is a great example of the best players in the world, never giving up and trying to get back to where they were when they won a Grand Slam, even after a tough time and with injuries.
He said in Rome that he could “sympathize” with the Serb’s difficulties since his wrist injury in the summer of 2021. “All of us, as tennis fans and his peers, hope he finds his footing as he has always been exciting to watch. He brings spectacular shots, incredible forehands, forehands, great power and intensity to the court. Either way, the 30-year-old Austrian will continue his career.” “Hopefully he can stay and play as long as possible,” Djokovic said. Because he is the most important player for our game. But he decides. So only he knows how long he will play.
