Novak Djokovic bears massive loss after being slapped with hefty fine of 15,000 euros, know why

Novak Djokovic has been fined a substantial €15,000 (15000 euros) by the Marbella city council in southern Spain for illegal construction on a property he owns with his wife, Jelena. The fine was issued after the couple failed to comply with an official order to either regularise the unapproved construction or demolish any sections that did not meet municipal regulations. While the Serbian tennis star recently submitted documents indicating a desire to comply, the local authorities decided against granting more time and proceeded with the penalty.

Novak Djokovic fined 15000 euros for illegal construction

This off-court issue comes as Djokovic prepares to resume his quest for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title at the upcoming US Open in New York, scheduled from August 24 to September 7. In a strategic move, the former World No. 1 has decided to skip the preparatory Masters 1000 tournaments in Cincinnati and Canada.

His pursuit of the historic 25th major has faced setbacks earlier this season. Djokovic's previous attempts to reach the milestone were halted at the French Open and Wimbledon, where he suffered semi-final defeats to Jannik Sinner on both occasions.

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Novak Djokovic is currently on holiday with his family and friends, taking a break before he begins his preparations for the US Open. At Flushing Meadows, he'll be looking to win his fifth title and a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam championship.

While Djokovic is still considered one of the sport's most formidable players, he faces stiff competition from the next generation. His biggest challengers are emerging to be Carlos Alcaraz, the recent French Open winner, and Jannik Sinner, who just won Wimbledon. These young players will be the primary obstacles in Djokovic's quest for another US Open title.

The 24-time Grand Slam winner Djokovic is skipping the Cincinnati Open and the National Bank Open to rest and recover before the US Open, which runs from August 24 to September 7 in New York. While he already holds a record 24 Grand Slam titles, his chase for a 25th has faced challenges this season. He was defeated by the rising star Jannik Sinner in the semifinals of both the French Open and Wimbledon. Despite these recent setbacks, Djokovic remains a top contender for the title.

Currently on vacation with his family and friends, Djokovic is expected to start training soon. He brings unmatched experience and resilience to the court, but the emergence of young stars like Carlos Alcaraz, who won the French Open, and Jannik Sinner, who claimed the Wimbledon title, poses a significant threat to his dominance. At 37, Djokovic's pursuit of a fifth US Open title and a historic 25th Grand Slam will be far from easy. However, his champion's mindset and impressive track record at Flushing Meadows mean few people would bet against him.