体坛英语资讯：Djokovic Hopes Run Continues at French Open_娱乐

体坛英语资讯：Djokovic Hopes Run Continues at French Open

“Everything started from Davis Cup," said Djokovic. "All these years I’ve been in a learning process, working hard and waiting one day for everything to come together. I’ve been winning major events before, but I didn’t have this consistency and I didn’t have the right mental approach when I play big players, against Roger or Rafa, just because I didn’t have a lot of self-belief and confidence that I could win against those guys,” said Djokovic.

Djokovic, who will rise to world number-one if Nadal fails to win the French Open, is reluctant to assume the role as the favorite, insisting that the Spaniard’s overall dominance on clay sets him apart.

“Let’s be clear. He’s the king of clay," stated Djokovic. "He’s the best player ever to play this game on this surface. Especially, you know, he has been so dominant on clay courts. Yes, I have won against him twice, which is, I think, an incredible achievement for me and gives me a lot of confidence coming up to the French Open. But it’s only a couple tournaments this year and he has been so dominant on this surface for many, many years,” stated Djokovic.

Other contenders on the men’s side include Britain’s Andy Murray, who pushed Djokovic to the brink of defeat in the semifinals in Rome, and Federer, who despite a recent fall-off in form, is always dangerous at the Grand Slams.

As for the women, former world number one Maria Sharapova of Russia has emerged as a favorite after winning the recent Rome tournament on clay. She won’t have to deal with top Americans Serena and Venus Williams who are both sidelined with injuries. With her improved fitness on clay, Sharapova has a good chance to win the only Grand Slam that has eluded her.