Cristiano Ronaldo, receiving the Middle Eastern Player of the Year Award, praised Novak Djokovic as an example of longevity and inspiration for all generations. Ronaldo highlighted Djokovic's dedication and mindset, drawing parallels to his own pursuit of 1000 career goals. Djokovic, in turn, lauded Ronaldo's serious pursuit of the goal milestone, emphasizing the power of the mind over matter and expressing gratitude for the recognition.