Novak Djokovic is set to take on one of his biggest fans in the last-32 of the Shanghai Open. The Serbian icon overcame American Alex Michelsen in an unexpectedly tight contest, being taken all the way in both sets before prevailing 7-6 7-6.

Novak Djokovic has given insight into his plans for life after tennis, particularly after his father, Srdjan Djokovic, leaked some of his retirement intentions. Djokovic, now 37, is still playing at the highest level,

Novak Djokovic has opened up about life after top-level tennis at the Shanghai Masters after his father disclosed one of his son's key intentions

Should the Professional Tennis Players’ Association achieve its stated ambition – which is to help more pros earn a viable living – this will add another cubit to the legend of its co-founder Novak Djokovic.

Novak Djokovic is currently in Shanghai for the Masters tournament and is making the most of his time in China, with the 24-time grand slam winner showing off his Chinese language skills.