As his remarkable career comes to a close—something he has openly acknowledged in recent months—Djokovic is slowly preparing for the next phase of his life. With this in mind, he may consider becoming a permanent resident of Athens after retiring.
This decision prompted his recent unannounced visit to the Greek capital.
Accompanied by his wife Jelena, Djokovic toured private schools to explore educational options for their children should they move forward with their plans. Simultaneously, the couple looked at potential homes in the northern suburbs of the city.
Moreover, Djokovic seems eager to invest in tennis facilities at OAKA. However, it remains unclear if this move is related to the tennis academy being proposed by his former Italian coach, Riccardo Piatti, who has also been in Athens this week.
His Affection for Greece
Djokovic has always expressed his love for Greece. While he respects countries worldwide, he often emphasizes the strong connections between Serbia and Greece and shares his admiration for the Greek people.
Even when celebrating his Olympic gold medal at the Eiffel Tower, he took a moment to acknowledge his appreciation for Greece.
In interviews, he has referred to Greeks and Serbs as “Orthodox brothers,” a sentiment he reiterated after a match with Marcos Baghdatis at the Australian Open, where both players received a warm reception from Greek and Serbian fans.
On one occasion in Greece, Djokovic announced that his wife Jelena was expecting their first child. The couple has even visited the Parthenon together.
He has stated repeatedly: “I love Greece, just like every Serbian citizen! Our relationship is steeped in history—we are united by faith and share strong cultural and traditional ties.”
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