Needs to let it go, it's clear they don't want him in their circle" - Novak Djokovic hoping to engage in..

Novak Djokovic expressing his desire to have dinner with arch-rivals Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal has piqued the attention of tennis fans.

In a recent interview on 60 Minutes, Djokovic outlined the challenges of forming friendships with Federer and Nadal due to their fierce on-court rivalry. He explained that their competitive dynamic prevented them from sharing any personal insights into their lives.

“I would like to [have dinner with Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal]. Personally, I would really like to. Obviously we didn’t get along so well throughout our careers off the court. And we are not friends because, you know, we’re rivals and it’s difficult as competitors to be very close and kind of share and give insights to you know, to your life or to how you feel because, you know, it could be used against you,” Djokovic said.

However, the Serb highlighted their mutual respect for each other and expressed his hope for them to eventually reunite and reflect on their careers together.

“But we have shared the stage for so many years. And I think the greatest respect is always there, at least from my side, towards them. So yeah, I hope that one day, when the curtains are slightly more closed, that we are, yeah, able to sit down and, and reflect. It would be, it would be amazing,” he added.

Djokovic’s comments sparked a discussion among tennis fans. One fan stated that the Serb needed to let go of his desire to form a closer bond with Federer and Nadal.

He really needs to let it go bro it’s clear they don’t want him in their circle & that’s fine,” the fan commented.

However, another fan suggested that Djokovic was only being diplomatic, as the Swiss legend and Nadal were apparently too “bitter” to be friends with the 24-time Grand Slam champion.

“Nadal and Federer are too Bitter to be Friends since he bypassed their accomplishments, I am sure Novak is being diplomatic here,” the fan commented.