Recently retired professional tennis player Sergiy Stakhovsky has revealed the messages Novak Djokovic sent him in support of him fighting for Ukraine.
Stakhovsky – who retired from the ATP tour following this year’s Australian Open – last week announced he would return to Ukraine and take up arms against Russia.
He later revealed Djokovic had reached out to him following his announcement, offering support and any help he could provide.
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Stakhovsky said he also reached out to fellow tennis legends Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, but claims he received no response.
Now, Stakhovsky has posted the Djokovic messages to his Instagram.
“Stako, how are you man? Are you on the (battle) field?” Djokovic asks in the screenshotted messages.
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“Thinking of you… hoping all calms down soon.
“Please let me know what would be the best address to send help… financial help, any other help as well.”
Stakhovsky has been posting regular updates to his Instagram page from Ukraine.
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