Immediately after Novak Djokovic‘s straight-set victory over Yannick Hanfmann in Geneva, the crowd sang “Happy Birthday” to him and presented him with a cake.
In a post-match on-court interview, the World No. 1 joked that winning on his birthday made it special, and he was thrilled to be at the tournament for the first time.
“The key today was the birthday—I think my birthday wouldn’t be the same if I didn’t win the match. But again, it’s nice to be here for the first time in this tournament,” Djokovic said (via Tennis.com).
The Serb also thanked his family, who came to support him, and said that he grew up with them and did not get to see them much lately.
“My family is here coming to support me—I grew up with my aunt and my uncle and my two cousins most of my life, and we don’t get a chance to see each other that much lately, so I’m getting some quality time on the court and off the court here this .he said
The 24-time Grand Slam champion also appreciated the fans who came out and sang the birthday song, which he found very touching.
“I’m grateful for all the people who came out to support me today, and for singing the birthday song, which really touched me!” he added.
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