Novak Djokovic recently expressed his admiration for Jannik Sinner, stating that he sees similarities between them. This statement follows concerns from fans about a possible rift between the two tennis stars after Djokovic’s comments in a quick quiz on social media.

During the Six Kings Slam event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the 24-time Grand Slam winner praised the 24-year-old Italian, emphasizing his high regard for Sinner’s skills and approach to the game.

When asked about a player who reminds him of himself, Djokovic promptly named Sinner, highlighting their shared aggressive playing style and agility on the court.

Djokovic’s glowing endorsement of the potential 2025 Wimbledon champion comes after previous speculation that he had shown disrespect towards Sinner in earlier interactions.

In a recent interview, Djokovic clarified that his brief mention of “skiing” in reference to Sinner during a quiz was not meant to undermine the tennis player but was simply a spontaneous response based on their shared interest in skiing. He emphasized his respect for Sinner’s achievements in tennis.

Sinner, who defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas to earn a spot in the Six Kings Slam exhibition, is gearing up to face Djokovic in the upcoming event. Despite Djokovic’s impressive track record, Sinner has emerged victorious in their recent encounters, including a win in the Wimbledon semi-final.

The exhibition promises an exciting showdown between five of the world’s top-10 men’s players over three days, with Sinner aiming to defend his title as the reigning champion.