Australian Open king Novak Djokovic focuses on Davis Cup, French Open
Djokovic jets off to prepare for Davis Cup and French Open challenges after securing record-breaking third consecutive Australian Open title
In years past, Novak Djokovic marked his victories at the Australian Open with rowdy late-night celebrations, followed by bleary-eyed photo shoots the next morning. This year's win made history but inspired a more sober reaction.
After beating Andy Murray to become the only man to win three consecutive Australian Open titles, the No1-ranked player immediately took a flight so he can start getting in shape for his next challenge: the clay courts of Europe.
Djokovic has the Davis Cup this weekend, and a few months away is the French Open - the one major that has eluded him. He now has six grand-slam trophies, four from the Australian Open and one each from Wimbledon and the US Open in 2011.
He came close last year at Roland Garros, but lost in the final to clay master Rafael Nadal. "Of course, I want to go all the way in the French Open," Djokovic said.
His goal for the year is a big one, he said, when asked if he would choose a Roland Garros title over his No1-ranking.
"I'll take everything," the 25-year-old said. "I have no reason not to be confident in myself."