Searching For Novak

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Discover the extraordinary journey of Novak Djokovic, the most successful male tennis player in history, through this captivating biography. It delves into his remarkable career, personal beliefs, and the events that have shaped him into a sporting legend.

An intimate look at the life and mind of tennis icon Novak Djokovic.

Winner of the International Sports Book of the Year at the Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Book Awards 2025 and the British Sports Book Awards 2025, this revised and updated biography offers a thorough exploration of Novak Djokovic’s incredible story. It includes his historic Olympic title and highlights his record-breaking 24 Grand Slam singles titles, with his latest triumph at the 2023 US Open.

Drawing on fresh interviews with those closest to Djokovic-friends, mentors, former coaches, and rivals-this book provides a deep dive into the psyche of one of sport’s most intriguing and controversial figures. From his early days in a bomb shelter in Belgrade to his time in an immigration detention centre in Melbourne, the narrative reveals his relentless quest for perfection and the unconventional beliefs that have driven his success.

Emotions such as rage, forgiveness, shame, pride, and love are all explored in Searching for Novak, offering a psychological and emotional perspective on the man who has rewritten tennis history.

Praised for its insight and depth, the book has been described as:

• "A fantastic and fascinating exploration of the life of a great champion", Tom Hiddleston
• "Capturing the deep complexities in Novak's mind and life in a thoughtful, soul-searching way", Chris Evert
• "A fascinating insight into the greatest tennis player of all time", Matt Majendie, Evening Standard tennis correspondent
• "An absorbing insight into the story behind the greatest player of all time", Stuart Fraser, The Times tennis correspondent
• "Memorably deep, helping us understand one of the most fascinating figures in sports", Christopher Clarey, author of The Master
• "Meticulously researched", Simon Camb

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