According to Djokovic, this shift in infrastructure is a major concern for the future of tennis. "You can build three paddle courts on one tennis court," he explained. "Do the simple math. It's just much more financially viable for the owner of the club to have those courts." This economic reality is a powerful incentive for club owners to prioritize pickleball over tennis, potentially leading to a decline in the availability of tennis facilities.
The Serbian champion also highlighted the broader implications of this trend, noting that the growth of pickleball could have a ripple effect on the entire tennis ecosystem. "If we don't do something about it, globally or collectively, paddle — pickleball in the States — they're gonna convert all the tennis clubs into paddle and pickleball," he warned, underscoring the urgency of addressing this challenge.
"Tennis, on one hand, is in a good place, but at the same time, when we look at Formula 1 for example and what they've done in terms of marketing, in terms of growth of the sport — in terms of the races around the world and how popular they are — I think we need to do a better job on our respective tours," Djokovic said.
The champion pointed out that tennis is a "very historic and a very global sport," but it remains "quite fractioned" in its approach to growth and development. He emphasized the need for the sport to come together and address these challenges collectively, stating, "We need to grow the number of players that live from this sport."
Despite the challenges, Djokovic remains optimistic about the future of tennis, acknowledging that the sport is "in a good place" but recognizing the need for strategic improvements. His call to action is a rallying cry for the tennis community to come together and address the issues head-on, before it's too late.
As Djokovic continues his quest for an eighth Wimbledon title, a feat that would tie him with the legendary Roger Federer, his words serve as a wake-up call for the sport he loves. The future of tennis may hang in the balance, and Djokovic is determined to do whatever it takes to ensure that the sport he has dedicated his life to remains the "king or queen of all racquet sports" for generations to come.
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