Jelena Jankovic, former world No.1 in tennis, has found a new rhythm in life away from the spotlight. After welcoming her daughter Una in April 2021, she has embraced a peaceful family life, preferring to keep her personal life private.
In a recent interview with Slovenian portal Dnevnik, Jankovic opened up about her decision to step away from the media. During her tennis career, she felt an obligation to engage with the media due to her large fan base. However, now that she is no longer playing, she believes she deserves privacy in her travels, family life, and other personal activities.
Reflecting on her tennis career, Jankovic praised Serena Williams for her significant impact on the sport: “Serena Williams is, in my opinion, the most recognizable tennis player of at least the last few decades. She has done a lot for our sport, and I appreciate her a lot.”
The 39-year-old Jankovic was surprised when the interviewer reminded her that she had defeated Serena four times in her career: “Really, I beat her four times? I can really be proud of that. As well as the fact that I beat both Serena and Venus Williams in less than 24 hours at one of the tournaments. Not many players have achieved such a feat. American women must not have slept well then. I remember that at some…
