Novak Djokovic is widely recognized for his deep passion for Red Star Belgrade, a loyalty that has followed him throughout his illustrious career. However, the Serbian tennis legend admitted that supporting his favorite club this season has been an emotional trial. Following his victory in the second round of Roland Garros, Djokovic was asked to share his thoughts on the recent struggles of the Red-Blues, who were eliminated from the ABA League playoffs by Partizan in the semi-finals.

With a smile, Djokovic deflected the question with humor. "Come on, no, no... I have none left. I lost all my nerves for Zvezda this year," he told the press, drawing laughter from the room. The stress of the season clearly took a toll on the usually stoic champion, who prefers to keep his frustrations private until the finals are decided.

Shifting the conversation to the broader Balkan basketball scene, Djokovic offered his congratulations to Olympiacos on their recent EuroLeague championship. He praised the Greek side's dominance throughout the campaign. "Congratulations to our brothers in Piraeus. What can I say? They are truly the best. They were dominant the whole season," Djokovic stated.

He also expressed a desire for a more dramatic local showdown. "I think it would have been a bigger spectacle if Panathinaikos had also qualified. It would have been phenomenal to watch since the final was in Athens. But even this way, it was somewhat expected. They were the biggest favorites, and congratulations," he added.

The press conference also touched on a recent coaching change. Djokovic addressed the arrival of Victor Troicki, who recently left the team of Miomir Kecmanović to join Djokovic's staff. While the move caused some initial surprise in the tennis world, Djokovic seemed focused on the new partnership. "He is a great professional, and we are working hard together," he noted, dismissing any speculation about drama.

On the court, Djokovic has already cleared his first hurdle at Roland Garros. He secured a comeback victory against Giovanni Mpezi Pericard, winning in four sets. The world number one now turns his attention to Wednesday, when he will face another French opponent, Valentin Royer. The pressure remains high as Djokovic continues his quest for another major title.