New Delhi: Novak Djokovic ‘s story is often told through Grand Slam titles, records and rivalries but long before he became one of the greatest players the sport has seen, a quiet moment at home in Belgrade left a deeper mark on him than any trophy ever could. It was the 1990s, a time of conflict and uncertainty as Yugoslavia broke apart. When life was hard, money was scarce and survival came before ambition for the Serbian’s family. One day, Djokovic’s father placed a 10 Deutsche mark note on the kitchen table. That was all the family had and that moment was simple as it stayed with Djokovic for life.

Now years later, Djokovic recalled how his father used that note to explain the value of money and togetherness. It wasn’t about fear but awareness. The message was clear that respect wh

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