Djokovic’s Team Shake-Up: Dalibor Sirola Replaces Gebhard Grič in Champion’s Corner!
Novak Djokovic, the seven-time Wimbledon champion and one of the greatest tennis players ever, has just shaken up his coaching team big time. Dalibor Sirola, a Croatian conditioning coach with a rich background from Ricardo Piatti’s academy, is now officially part of Novak’s squad, replacing longtime collaborator Gebhard Grič, famously known as “Gigi.”
Who is Dalibor Sirola and why does this matter?
Sirola isn’t just any coach. He’s worked with top players like Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev at Piatti’s academy. Novak revealed that Sirola has been with him for several weeks and he really likes his personality and work style. This isn’t a temporary switch — Sirola is now a permanent member of the team.
What’s up with Gebhard Grič?
Grič isn’t completely out of the picture. He stopped being the active conditioning coach but remains an advisor and consultant to Novak, like family. So, he’s still around, just in a different role.
Health issues for Miljan Amanović
Novak’s physiotherapist and godfather, Miljan Amanović, is currently absent due to health problems following an incident in Paris. Djokovic expects Amanović to rejoin the team at the US Open, but for now, his absence is temporary.
Longtime collaborator Claudio Cimalja
Alongside Amanović, Italian expert Claudio Cimalja often steps in as physiotherapist when needed. The team remains strong and ready for big challenges.
Djokovic still in the Wimbledon spotlight
Although Djokovic recently lost an exhibition match to Russian Karen Khachanov, the coaching change has stirred plenty of buzz. Will Sirola’s fresh energy and expertise bring even greater success? Novak himself believes so.
The bottom line
Changing coaches at the top level of sport is no small deal, especially when it involves one of the world’s best players. Dalibor Sirola is the new man on the team, while Gebhard Grič steps back but stays close. Amanović’s health issues are temporary, and the team is still geared up for major battles ahead.
Got thoughts on this shake-up? Think Djokovic made a mistake? Drop a comment and join the conversation. Maybe Sirola will spark a tennis revolution, or Grič’s shadow will keep looming. Either way, the tennis world won’t stop watching every move of the champ!
Is this the dawn of a new era for Novak or just a temporary storm?
