Novak Djokovic will open his ATP 250 Athens campaign on Tuesday, facing Chilean Alejandro Tabilo in the second round. The legend will seek his second ATP title of the season at what now stands as his home event.
The 24-time Major winner has lived in Athens since September, leaving Serbia with his family and settling in the Greece capital. Novak returns to the court with a new sense of balance and calm - much of it found in Greece itself.
Djokovic embraced a new rhythm of life away from the usual intensity on the Tour. What started as a temporary move has turned into an experience the Serb describes as enriching and grounding.
This move has given him a chance to slow down and reconnect with what matters most - his wife and two kids! Living in Greece has offered the most decorated player of all time a rare opportunity - time!
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Between training and matches, Novak has found a peaceful daily life surrounded by kind people, natural beauty and a family environment that allows his children to thrive.
It's a setting that blends serenity with purpose - and one that seems to have recharged Djokovic's competitive spirit ahead of the final stretch of the season in Athens and Turin.
The Serb prepares for his first Athens campaign, and it's not just another title chase for him. Novak will perform as a man who has rediscovered balance and gratitude - a harmony between family life and his relentless pursuit of excellence.
The 38-year-old remains among the world's best players despite a reduced schedule. Djokovic competed in all four Major semi-finals this season and embraced deep runs in Miami and Shanghai.
He will chase his 101st ATP title in Athens, hoping to move closer to Roger Federer's 103.
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"Our move to Greece was not something I had been planning for a long time, to be honest. In fact, in the last two years, things have happened and changed decisions in our private and professional lives.
But it's okay, that's life. We have two young children, and we try to adapt and find the best environment for them. It's the priority - how children will grow up in the most beneficial environment for their psychological, physical and emotional health.
To be in an environment where we feel we have more time as a family, privately. In the last two months, we have been testing life in Greece, and the feelings are very positive. We feel welcome, people are very kind, generous and friendly to us.
At the same time, though, we feel as a family that we have time to do things that bring us closer," Novak Djokovic said.
