“I’ll be there for you,” that’s the heartfelt promise Novak Djokovic embodies as a father. Despite being a tennis superstar, this year, the Serbian star dedicated his triumphs at the grasscourt Major by pretending to play violin with his racket for his daughter Tara, who took violin classes all summer. But there is more to the story as Djokovic’s wife Jelena highlights how their kids understand the widespread fame of Novak and sometimes playfully boast about it.

On and off the court, Jelena Djokovic has been a staunch supporter of her husband, Novak Djokovic, and is currently leading his foundation. Her dedication goes beyond his athletic endeavors; she is essential in overseeing projects that uphold their family’s principles. She recently talked about the particular difficulties their kids encounter, stating that because of their father’s work, her kids don’t have a set concept of home.

In an interview with La Nacion, he stated, “Both Stefan and Tara understand that their father is a hard worker, someone highly respected. They see it when they travel and encounter many fans; they notice the attention he receives. Sometimes I heard them saying, “You know who my dad is.”

Following that, she added, “It’s a kind of childish boasting, but they are also learning its deeper meaning through the foundation’s work. This is what Novak aims for too, to change the world for children.” Each interaction and experience shapes their understanding, allowing them to appreciate not just the athlete their father is, but the dedicated individual committed to making a difference in the world.

Novak Djokovic longs to spend more time with his wife, kids, and parents despite the constant demands of the professional tennis tour. Just a few days ago, when asked if his kids truly grasp the significance of his achievements, he expressed uncertainty. Djokovic made it clear that he wanted a regular schedule and wanted to be there for Stefan and Tara whenever they needed him.

He said, “It is important they see me as a father in the real sense of the word, as a father who is at home, with them, who follows the routine, the time to go to bed, to get up, take them to school, talk to them about life, play with them. That’s the person I want to be for them.”

Djokovic also loves spending time with his kids and frequently talks about their activities together. The musical band he and his children, Stefan and Tara, have is one of his favorite activities.

To the delight of his family and supporters, Novak Djokovic elevated his celebrations after his incredible victory at Wimbledon this year by mimicking a violinist. In a candid interview, he shared the inspiration behind this unique celebration, stating, “That was for Tara. My daughter has been playing the violin for some time already, six months, and we agreed that I would celebrate that way..”

While discussing his family’s musical inclinations, “Tara plays the violin, Stefan loves to play the guitar, and I play the saxophone. Sometimes our jams last for hours, and it’s my favorite part of the day or trip. Yes, I admit we take our instruments on trips. Maybe my little band was responsible for my victory at the US Open and the twenty-fourth Grand Slam I won.” 

Djokovic’s lighthearted acknowledgment highlights not only the importance of music for his family but also how these shared moments create a bond that fuels his passion on the court, blending family time with his sporting triumphs.