In what appears to have been a discreet dinner, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and tennis legend Novak Djokovic shared a meal on Friday night, June 13, at a well-known restaurant in the upscale district of Kolonaki, Athens.
According to sources, the two dined privately without their spouses, fueling speculation about the purpose behind Djokovic’s brief visit to the Greek capital. While at first glance the stopover may seem like a casual getaway, reports suggest otherwise.
The Serbian tennis star—ranked world No. 1 multiple times over the years—was accompanied on the trip by his wife, Jelena. The couple reportedly visited several private schools in the city, a move seen as exploratory, as they seek to evaluate potential educational options for their children. At the same time, they are said to have toured residential properties in Athens’ northern suburbs.
These developments have sparked fresh rumors that Djokovic, following his anticipated retirement from professional tennis, may be considering making Athens his permanent home.
Djokovic has frequently expressed deep admiration for Greece, highlighting the shared Eastern Orthodox faith and historical-cultural bonds between Serbs and Greeks.
Djokovic’s recent presence in Athens spark speculation about relocating to Greece post-retirement, and dinning with Mitsotakis further highlights how serious this might be.
