“I met him in the gym and we walked home together,” said Russell of their first meeting in Monaco a few years ago. “We exchanged ideas and he was very open regarding what he was trying and what was working for him,” said the Mercedes driver on the sidelines of the Hungarian Grand Prix.
“We just chat, regarding different ideas, physical and mental. I don’t want to give too much away because it’s private conversations, but I like how he always wants to learn more and that inspires me to learn more regarding myself, what works for me – just to push the boundaries,” said Russell regarding the 37-year-old Serbian, who is known for his excellent physique. He wants to make sure that he himself is still fit, healthy and motivated in 10 to 20 years, said Russell.
Two-time Grand Prix winner Russell said Djokovic wanted to learn more regarding motorsport and was planning to attend a Grand Prix, even if the body is for tennis players what the car is for Formula 1 stars. Conversely, the 26-year-old was recently at the Wimbledon final, which the 24-time Grand Slam winner lost to Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz. “I love tennis. It’s probably my favorite sport to watch. I don’t play tennis, but I have a lot of respect for the players.”
