In a moment that perfectly blended world-class sports with a dose of heartwarming family love, tennis icon Novak Djokovic celebrated his US Open quarterfinal victory with an impromptu dance routine. The impromptu jig on Tuesday, September 2nd, came after he defeated American Taylor Fritz in a tough four-set battle at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
The video of the dance immediately went viral, and it wasn’t long before the reason behind the fun moves was revealed. In his post-match interview, Djokovic shared that the performance was a special birthday gift for his daughter, Tara, who turned eight that day.
A Dad’s Promise to His Little Girl
“It’s 20 minutes to midnight here, 2nd September, it’s my daughter’s birthday. So this is a big present for her,” Djokovic said, gesturing a heart to the camera as the crowd cheered.
He explained that the dance was a routine from the movie ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’, which his daughter had taught him. The tennis star, known for his relentless focus, admitted that he was hoping for a good review from his toughest critic. “She is going to rate me tomorrow, how was the dance, because she told me how to dance,” he said with a smile. “Hopefully, I’ll make her smile when she wakes up in the morning.”
This sweet gesture came just days after Djokovic had expressed his sadness about missing his daughter’s birthday party due to his US Open schedule. He had promised to try and win for her, and he certainly delivered, turning his hard-fought victory into a memorable gift.
The viral clip resonated with fans around the world, who flooded social media with messages of admiration, praising Djokovic not just for his incredible tennis skills but for his role as a dedicated and loving father.