Djokovic turns 31 with fundraising pledge

Published May 22, 2018

Today is the big 3-1! This year I’m dedicating my birthday to the @novakfoundation and #earlychildhood education. Head over to my Facebook page to come take part and help raise funds to send 442 children to pre-school 💪🙌👏 #Care4Kids #BelieveinTheirDreams (link in bio) pic.twitter.com/VU7boWQd1q
— Novak Djokovic (@DjokerNole) May 22, 2018

Novak Djokovic is celebrating his 31st birthday and while his semifinal appearance in Rome was an early birthday gift, the Serbian is taking the opportunity to turn his big day into a fundraiser. The Novak Djokovic Foundation helps children in Serbia get an education, and is attempting to raise $31,000.

So far, it looks to be on track and it's only just begun. In honor of his birthday, the ATP asked players to describe Djokovic in one word:

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On top of that, fans, family and friends took to social media to show their love for the former world No. 1.

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Idemo! Happy birthday to our great champion, @DjokerNole. #AusOpen pic.twitter.com/QHsUWR5MKD
— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) May 22, 2018

🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈

Join us in wishing a Happy Birthday to our 2-time #USOpen champion @DjokerNole!

🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂 pic.twitter.com/7fda68Hnyj
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) May 22, 2018

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Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday dear @DjokerNole…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!
🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 pic.twitter.com/KuhjmsXdRQ
— Miami Open (@MiamiOpen) May 22, 2018

Happy birthday to our founder @DjokerNole! We are inspired and motivated by your dedication & generosity - thank you for being a true passionate compassionate champion! ❤️
Join the celebration https://t.co/6P5g2I1uqY
Idemoooooo!! #NoleFam #Care4Kids https://t.co/hy6shA61iA
— Novak Djokovic Foundation (@novakfoundation) May 22, 2018

Join @DjokerNole in a happy dance for his 31th birthday! Happy Birthday Novak. 🎂🐊 #TeamLacoste #NovakXLacoste pic.twitter.com/WSad0IRpqT
— Lacoste (@LACOSTE) May 22, 2018

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