Novak Djokovic was born in Belgrade, Serbia, on May 22, 1987. The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) has him ranked seventh in the world in singles as of September 2025. Djokovic has finished as the year-end No. 1 eight times and held the ATP world No. 1 ranking for 428 weeks. A remarkable 24 majors, 40 Masters, and seven year-end trophies are among his 100 titles to date.
In 2003, Djokovic started playing professionally. He won his first major title at the Australian Open in 2008, at the age of 20, breaking the 11-major winning streak held by Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. At the age of four, Djokovic started playing tennis after receiving a soft foam ball and a miniature racket from his parents, which his father claimed turned into "the most beloved toy in his life." After that, his parents enrolled him in a Novi Sad tennis camp.
Novak Djokovic Height
Novak Djokovic is 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm) tall, as per his profile on ATP's official website.
Novak Djokovic's Weight
Novak Djokovic weighs approximately 77 kilograms (170 lbs), according to his profile on ATP's official website
How Fast Can Novak Djokovic Run?
According to a 2016 Tennis Australia’s Game Insight Group (GIG) study, Novak Djokovic proved to be the fastest among his fellow tennis players, reaching a top speed of 36 kilometers per hour (kph), with an average speed of 14 kph. His average speed might be less than Murray's, but he outshines Andy Murray's top speed of 34 kph. Djokovic's speed is especially advanced when compared to Nadal's, who achieved 25 kph.
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FAQs on Novak Djokovic
A. Novak Djokovic’s net worth is estimated to be around $240 million as of September 2025.
A. Novak Djokovic turned pro in 2003 and has been playing professionally for over two decades now.
A. Novak Djokovic was born on May 22, 1987, and is 38 years old as of September 2025.
A. The Serbian has 10 Australian Open titles to his name, which is the most.
A. Djokovic follows a vegan and a gluten-free diet due to health issues.
