""I try to focus myself on what I have achieved, not what I'm possibly achieving," Djokovic said. "I mean, I hope it comes to that, but 24 is also not a bad number. I have to appreciate that and remind myself of the amazing career I had and also, you know, release some of that unnecessary pressure.""
""I mean, obviously there is always pressure and expectations, but, you know, I don't think it's needed for me to really go far in terms of make-it-or-break-it type of thing, [a] now-or-never type of mentality. I don't feel it's necessary. Neither does that allow me to excel and perform my best.""
""I'm just grateful to have another shot, particularly here, a place where I won 10 Grand Slam titles and been consistently playing well and reaching the final stages. 'Last couple of years also semifinals, '24 semifinals, '25. Had a great win against Carlos in quarters last year. 'Look, I know that when I'm healthy, when I'm able to put all the pieces of the puzzle together on a given day, I feel like I can beat anybody. If I don't have that self-belief and confidence in myself, I wouldn't be here.""
Novak Djokovic opens his challenge for an 11th Australian Open title on Monday against Spain's Pedro Martinez. Djokovic reached the semi-finals last year but retired after losing the first set to Alexander Zverev. At 38, Djokovic acknowledges his best years are behind him but still hopes to record a record 25th Grand Slam. He emphasizes focusing on his 24 titles, appreciating his career, and avoiding make-it-or-break-it pressure. Djokovic remains confident he can beat top players like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner when fully healthy and playing his best. Martinez is ranked 71st in the world.
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