But Djokovic is not one to easily abandon what he believes is right. Raised with limited means in an era of conflict in Serbia, he has never minded sliding into the corners and scrapping for a point. But I know I’m doing the right thing, so I’m going to do it.”Of the Big Three, Djokovic is also the only one in New York; Federer is recovering from two knee surgeries and Nadal is preparing to return on clay after the U.S. Open. Djokovic’s ability to be a labor organizer on site could spell trouble in the bubble for the ATP. Sports are not an escape at this stage, but a megaphone, and though professional tennis does not have as large and imposing a platform as international soccer or the N.B.A., its stars already have raised their voices.

Source: International New York Times August 30, 2020 02:37 UTC