Djokovic was born in 1987 in Belgrade, Serbia. He comes from a sports family. His parents were both avid skiers. He started playing Tennis at the early age of 4 and his talent was obvious early on. Two coaches have been instrumental in Djokovic’s development. Famous Serbian developmental coach Jelena Gencic discovered Novak at the age of 8.
At the age of 12 Novak started spending time at the famous Niki Pilic Tennis Academy in Munich Germany. Pilic has been an important figure in Djokovic’s development.
At the age of 12 Novak started spending time at the famous Niki Pilic Tennis Academy in Munich Germany. Pilic has been an important figure in Djokovic’s development.
