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PHOTOS: Novak Yoga-vic? Djokovic preps for Indian Wells, connects with coach Andy Murray

A behind-the-scenes look at the superstar's day at the BNP Paribas Open.

ByEd McGrogan

Published Mar 06, 2025

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INDIAN WELLS, Calif.—For Novak Djokovic, the quest for his 100th title begins with a single stretch.

Followed by many, many more.

The famously flexible Serbian is attempting to win a milestone trophy at the BNP Paribas Open after a relative drought. The last time Djokovic emerged as a tournament champion was at the Paris Olympics; his last tour-level title came at the 2023 ATP Finals. The 37-year-old is 7-3 in 2025, losing to Reilly Opelka in Brisbane, Alexander Zverev (via retirement) at the Australian Open and Matteo Berrettini in Doha.

Will his drought end in the desert? Gearing up to win Indian Wells for a sixth time—but for the first time since 2016—we captured Djokovic on Wednesday getting ready, while getting greetings from some fellow players.

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The session began with some stretches on Indian Wells' famous player lawn.

The session began with some stretches on Indian Wells' famous player lawn.

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Novak moves into the downward facing dog pose...

Novak moves into the downward facing dog pose...

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...followed by some knee bends.

...followed by some knee bends.

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Soccer balls are a common sight at Indian Wells, with mini goals set up nearby.

Soccer balls are a common sight at Indian Wells, with mini goals set up nearby.

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Djokovic and coach Andy Murray go over their plans before heading to the practice court.

Djokovic and coach Andy Murray go over their plans before heading to the practice court.

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A Commanders-loving—but Eagles hat-wearing—Frances Tiafoe (he lost a bet) chops it up with Novak.

A Commanders-loving—but Eagles hat-wearing—Frances Tiafoe (he lost a bet) chops it up with Novak.

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OK, fun time's over.

OK, fun time's over.

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Djokovic was greeted by countless fans hoping for a glimpse of the all-time great.

Djokovic was greeted by countless fans hoping for a glimpse of the all-time great.

Casper Ruud traded groundies and pleasantries with the Serbian star.

Casper Ruud traded groundies and pleasantries with the Serbian star.

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All in all, it seemed like a good day at the office.

All in all, it seemed like a good day at the office.

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