Novak Djokovic recently wore a very interesting outfit, which isn’t something fans typically associate with him, but he admitted it’s part of an effort to be more fashionable.
Fashion might not be the first thing most people think about when they think of tennis, but it’s been a part of the sport in various forms over the years. Whether it’s some interesting outfit worn by Bethanie Mattek-Sands, one of the Williams sisters, or just a stylish all-white Roger Federer Wimbledon outfit, it garners interest.
Clothes have long been an expression of personality. They can express somebody’s personality through their style or signify status. Clothes are a huge part of an individual’s presentation because they are one of the first things people notice when meeting others.
Still, it’s never been an area that Djokovic pursued heavily. He always looked very nice and presentable on and off the tennis courts, but he wasn’t considered a fashionista.
Recently, in China, ahead of the 2024 Shanghai Masters, where he’s set to make his return, he appeared in a green tracksuit and sunglasses, bringing out a look that would fit in the 90s.
Fans immediately became interested, and he was asked about that outfit in an interview with the ATP, during which he explained that he might be entering his fashion era.