Novak Djokovic has reached his third final of the season at his debut tournament in Athens. He defeated German qualifier Yannick Hanfmann in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4, to secure his place in Saturday’s final.
Djokovic will face either Lorenzo Musetti or Sebastian Korda, who are set to contest their semifinal match later on Friday evening.
Playing in front of his new “home” crowd at the Telekom Center Athens, Djokovic won his first three matches without dropping a set, showing excellent form and confidence.
“Thank you for your support and for filling up this amazing stadium again, it’s such a great venue to have a tournament, honestly,” Djokovic said after his latest victory.
“It’s the third match I’ve played on Centre Court, but every time I walk out, I’m amazed. I’ve played in some of the most beautiful and biggest arenas in the world, but this is definitely in the top three I’ve ever played on. You [the fans] make it very special.”
Djokovic’s appreciation highlights the impressive atmosphere and quality of the main stadium in Athens, making the tournament a memorable experience for both players and spectators.
Author's summary: Novak Djokovic praised the Telekom Center Athens as one of the top arenas worldwide after reaching the Hellenic Championship final, enjoying strong support and flawless wins.