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VIDEO: Novak Djokovic serves up ace copy of Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic 'siu' celebration as tennis great scores in Indian Wells

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  • Djokovic coped Ronaldo's celebration
  • Played in a casual football game in California
  • Djokovic in action at BNP Paribas Open
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    WHAT HAPPENED?

    The Serbian is currently in California to take part in the 2024 BNP Paribas Open. On Friday, Djokovic was seen playing a casual game of football with colleagues where he scored a goal around Stefanos Tsitsipas' leg. After finding the back of the net, the legendary player was seen copying Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic celebration.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    The trademark 'siu' celebration sees the Portuguese superstar performing a mid-air pirouette before exclaiming "si!" (sometimes spelled "siu") - which is Spanish for "yes!" - upon landing. It is an expression of delight at scoring. Over the years, the Al-Nassr star has performed several celebrations but the 'siu' remains one of his most iconic.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR CRISTIANO RONALDO?

    The 39-year-old will be next seen in action on Monday as the Saudi Pro League outfit take on UAE's Al Ain in the second leg of their AFC Champions League quarter-final fixture.