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Djokovic, after winning Beijing: "This trophy means much more than just a trophy"

Fernando Murciego - 6 Oct 2026
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Djokovic, after conquering Beijing: "This trophy means much more to me than just a simple trophy." Source: Getty

Novak Djokovic has once again lifted the champion's trophy of the ATP Beijing eleven years after his last participation in the tournament. The Serbian triumphed in the final against Álex de Miñaur, although the Australian had to retire after a high-intensity first set. During the trophy presentation, Djokovic wanted to highlight everything he has had to go through during a particularly challenging season.

“It had been 11 years since I came here, a place where I always come with high expectations of walking away with the champion's trophy. It’s a place where I have never lost,” recalled the Serbian, thus maintaining his impressive record in the Chinese capital. However, Djokovic also wanted to put his return into context: “I am aware that the reality today is not the same as it was eleven seasons ago.”

A title with a very special meaning

The champion acknowledged that 2026 has forced him to face difficulties that go far beyond the court. “This 2026 has been very challenging for me; I have experienced many ups and downs, both physical and health issues,” he explained. This situation led him to work especially hard to recover feelings that had not always been present during the season.

“I have had to work hard to feel good on the court again and regain that feeling with the ball,” confessed Djokovic. A task that found its reward this week as he defeated high-level players and reached a final that concluded with his seventh title in Beijing.

“I know what I need to compete with the best again, and this week is evidence of that,” he stated afterward, a phrase that summarizes the value of his victory. Beyond the trophy, Djokovic has found in Beijing confirmation that he can still compete with the best. Finally, he wanted to share the credit with his team. “I am proud of my team's effort, the patience they have had with me. This trophy means much more to me than just a simple trophy.”

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