Tennis icon Novak Djokovic faced some disapproval in Greece, his newly adopted home, as he was booed during a basketball game. Earlier, it was revealed that Djokovic had relocated his family to Greece, despite being a proud Serb from Belgrade. Apart from his tennis prowess, Djokovic is known for his love of basketball, often seen supporting Serbian clubs like Red Star and Partizan.
At a recent Euroleague match between Panathinaikos and Maccabi, Djokovic’s presence didn’t go unnoticed by local fans. The crowd reacted with boos, even though neither of the teams he supports was playing. The incident was captured on camera, showing Djokovic seemingly unfazed as he focused on his phone, while his son, Stefan, acknowledged the crowd with a peace sign.
Despite the initial negative reception, Djokovic received a warmer welcome at another game where he watched Olympiacos play against Monaco. Meanwhile, Panathinaikos emerged victorious against Maccabi, maintaining a close competition with Red Star in the rankings. Djokovic, gearing up for the ATP Finals in Turin, is set to face tough opponents like Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev, and Taylor Fritz in what promises to be an exciting tournament. It is expected that Djokovic will receive a more positive reception from the crowd in Turin compared to his experience in Greece.
