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Novak Djokovic: Bio

Must be regarded as the favourite after winning his first Grand Slam title at Melbourne Park in 2008 and reclaiming the trophy in 2011, 2012, 2013, the first hat-trick of the Open era.

Melbourne: Must be regarded as the favourite after winning his first Grand Slam title at Melbourne Park in 2008 and reclaiming the trophy in 2011, 2012, 2013, the first hat-trick of the Open era. Won four tournaments in a row at the end of last season, including the World Tour Finals. Djokovic has made the surprise addition of Boris Becker to his coaching team in a bid to find a new dimension.
World ranking: 2 Birthdate: May 22, 1987 Birthplace: Belgrade Residence: Monte Carlo Height: 6ft 2in (1.88m) Weight: 176lbs (80kg) Plays: Right-handed Turned pro: 2003 Coach: Boris Becker, Marian Vajda Career titles: 41 Grand Slam singles titles: 6 Career prize money: $58,134,445 Best Australian Open result: Champion (2008, 2011, 2012, 2013)