A Serbian tennis star, Novak Djokovic, shared a playful clip on Instagram showing him shooting three-pointers with Russian standout Andrey Rublev. The video captures the two high-caliber athletes trading shots at the basketball hoop, a rare glimpse of their casual side beyond the court.
In the livestream’s title, Djokovic addressed the renowned Russian basketball figure Andrey Kirilenko, who currently leads the Russian Basketball Federation. The moment carried a lighthearted tone as Djokovic asked, “What do you think of our abilities?” and invited Kirilenko and fans to weigh in.
Djokovic, a 23-time Grand Slam champion, is recognized as one of the top players in the world. He recently defeated American Taylor Fritz in a Cincinnati Masters quarterfinal, earning a spot in the ATP Finals. The match underscored Djokovic’s enduring form and his continued influence on tour.
Rublev, who ranks among theworld’s top players, has a decorated career that includes 18 ATP titles, with 14 to his name in singles. He also achieved Olympic glory in mixed doubles alongside Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in 2020. Rublev’s contributions extend beyond individual titles; he was part of the Russian Davis Cup team that clinched the trophy in 2021 and has been honored for his sporting achievements by Russian sports authorities.
Earlier discussions touched on Daniil Medvedev’s exit from Cincinnati, prompting dialogue about how the tournament field was adjusting as the event progressed. The conversations around the players highlighted the ongoing competitiveness of the ATP tour and the ongoing narratives that accompany major stops on the calendar.