Novak Djokovic admits he needs a rethink after miserable Miami Open exit
Novak Djokovic says he will have to rethink how he prepares for the Sunshine Double after crashing out of the Miami Open.
The world number one was dumped out of the competition by Roberto Bautista Agut, meaning he has failed to reach a quarter-final at either Miami or Indian Wells for two years running.
“It’s not the first time I lose early in both tournaments,” Djokovic said.
“I have done that the last couple of years. So definitely have to rethink how I prepare for Indian Wells and Miami next year.”
“This kind of match, I should not have lost. So many opportunities.
“Just way too many wasted opportunities. This is what happens when you don’t capitalise on time.”
Djokovic will now turn his attention to the European clay court season, where he will attempt to dethrone Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros to extend his Grand Slam winning streak to four.
“I grew up on clay, so I like playing on clay,” he said.
“We’ll see. I definitely have to play better than I have these couple of tournaments.”
More from Tennis365:
Latest
-
Olympics‘My game fell apart’ – Novak Djokovic despondent after Olympics defeat
Djokovic admitted he “felt terrible” as his dreams of an Olympic goal medal went up in smoke.
-
Tennis NewsCameron Norrie’s impressive year continues with a win against Nick Kyrgios
The Briton needed less than a hour to dispatch his Australian opponent with a clinical 6-1 6-4 win.
-
OlympicsNovak Djokovic’s golden Grand Slam dream ends in shuddering fashion at the Olympics
Novak Djokovic’s dreams of a Golden Slam are over after a defeat by Alexander Zverev.
-
Tennis NewsWATCH: King Richard trailer starring Will Smith as Serena Williams says ‘this should be good’
Nearly time to grab the popcorn for King Richard.
-
OlympicsNovak Djokovic closing in on gold at Tokyo Olympics as he admits his ‘level of tennis is getting better and better’
“Best performance of the tournament,” says Djokovic.
-
OlympicsMarketa Vondrousova’s dream turns into a reality as she stuns Elina Svitolina to reach final at Olympics
Marketa Vondrousova assured of a medal at the Tokyo Olympics.
-
Olympics‘To have the medal for me is the greatest thing,’ says Belinda Bencic after reaching Olympic singles final
Already assured of one Olympic medal, Belinda Bencic gunning for a second.
-
Olympics‘Pressure is a privilege,’ says Novak Djokovic as he explains why the noise ‘won’t wear me down’
“Without pressure there is no professional sport,” says Novak Djokovic.
-
OlympicsFabio Fognini apologies for shouting homophobic slur during Olympics defeat, says ‘heat went to my head’
“I apologise for the nonsense that came out of me,” wrote Fabio Fognini.
-
Kevin PalmerAndy Murray’s emotional message as his Olympic dream dies – now what happens next?
“I feel crushed after today’s loss. Sport can be brutal,” wrote Andy Murray.