Novak Djokovic says he had the “very best expertise” in returning with a win on the Dubai Tennis Championships in his first match since being concerned in a vaccination and visa saga within the build-up to the Australian Open.
But on his return to motion he noticed off Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti 6-3 6-3.
“A nice expertise,” he mentioned.
After thanking the group following his first match of 2022, Djokovic added: “I could not ask for a greater reception. It’s been some time since I performed the final match.
“I could not choose a greater place to kick begin the season – it was the absolute best expertise tonight.
“All in all, it is a straight-sets win so in fact I’ve to be happy, particularly after not enjoying for 2 and a half, virtually three months.
“There had been moments I performed nice and moments the place I made a few unforced errors in a row.
“It’s regular to count on that for a primary time shortly. But I’m glad I managed to complete the job tonight towards a really gifted participant from Italy.”
Number one seed Djokovic saved all seven break factors he served towards Musetti – the world quantity 58 – and can face both Russia’s Karen Khachanov or Australia’s Alex de Minaur in spherical two.
He beat his chest in a present of emotion after testing moments within the win however when requested if that was to attract extra from him or his staff he informed Amazon Prime: “I’ll cross on that query.
“It’s all the time within the warmth of the battle, the environment the place it’s good to get that power out. Sometimes you’re annoyed with your self, your sport, the issues which can be occurring.
“You know it is vital to re-group, get your issues collectively and concentrate on the subsequent level.”
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