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WATCH: Djokovic calls for Toronto crowd to share hugs

The world No. 1 took his new hugging ritual to all new heights.

ByJonathan Scott

Published Aug 01, 2016

It stands to reason that Novak Djokovic's favorite song may be "Can You Feel the Love Tonight?" (Yes, from The Lion King.) Upon winning his unprecedented 30th Masters 1000 title on Sunday, and on the occasion of defeating Kei Nishikori for the ninth consecutive time, Djokovic took to the mic and beckoned those in attendance at Toronto's Rogers Cup to turn to each other and, quite simply, hug:

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Hardly the first time we've seen Novak go into full-blown Djoko-Hug mode, of course. From on-court foes (Stan Wawrinka, et al.) to ballpersons he has inadvertently launched serve returns at, he relishes a chance to share the love or make good.

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"I really look forward to Olympic Games now," Djokovic said afterward. "I can't wait to get on the Serbian track suit and enjoy that wonderfully experience."

If Djokovic claims Olympic glory in Rio and then another US Open title in New York, expect above-and-beyond lovefests to ensue.

Hat tip, *CNN.*

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