WATCH: Novak Djokovic's kids Stefan and Tara crash his Athens press conference with adorable request; Serb's wife Jelena smiles as she looks on

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WATCH: Novak Djokovic's kids Stefan and Tara crash his Athens press conference with adorable request; Serb's wife Jelena smiles as she looks on - Source: Getty

Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic was having his press conference in Athens before an adorable interruption came in the form of their kids. Djokovic has relocated from Serbia to Greece following his US Open semifinal defeat.

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Djokovic's children, Stefan and Tara, came into the room where the press conference was being held. They requested whether they can take their father to a family affair:

“Excuse me if we interrupt the press, can our father step out for a moment?” they said.

Djokovic also had a fun time seeing Stefan inside the press room as he playfully asked him if he had any questions regarding his tennis career or his hair. Stefan playfully nudged. Djokovic's wife, Jelena, was also spotted taking an inside look at the room before requesting media to borrow her husband for some time.

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During the press conference, Novak Djokovic confirmed that he has yet not decide whether he'll play in the 2025 Nitto ATP Finals in Turin.

"I don't know where he (Binaghi) got that information from. Definitely not from me or my team. I will decide at the end of this tournament," the 24-time Grand Slam champion said.

Djokovic's latest admission came after the President of the Italian Tennis and Padel Federation (FITP), Angelo Binaghi, claimed that Djokovic will feature in the ATP Finals.

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In the meantime, Djokovic is currently playing in the Hellenic Championship, where he defeated Alejandro Tabilo 7-6(3), 6-1 to reach the quarterfinals. It's his first tournament since his appearance at the Shanghai Masters.

Novak Djokovic shares reason behind the relocation move to Athens

Following his semifinal run at the US Open, Novak Djokovic made headlines as he was rumored to have relocated to Athens, Greece, which was later confirmed to be true.

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In his recent press conference, the Serb shared his reason, saying the move was considered to keep his family and children's best interests in mind.

"We have two small children and we try to adapt and find the best environment for them," Djokovic said. "That is our priority: that they grow up in an environment that is as favorable as possible for their psychological, physical, and emotional health. Ultimately, that we can have more time for ourselves as a family."

Videos of Novak Djokovic playing tennis in Stefan at a local tennis academy in Greece have been doing the rounds on the internet. Moreover, as per local tabloids, the 24-time Grand Slam champion is searching for space to start his own tennis academy.

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