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Top 5 Photos 10/15: Djokovic visits Bosnian pyramids

By Jordaan Sanford

After suffering a straight-set loss to Rafael Nadal in the Roland Garros final, Novak Djokovic headed to Bosnia for some spiritual healing.

These are the Top 5 photos from the Bosnian pseudoarchaeological pyramid complex.

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Djokovic poses outside archaeological tunnel

Just a couple of days after losing 6-0, 6-2, 7-5 to the now 13-time Roland Garros champion, Djokovic made his way to Bosnia, a nation bordering his home country of Serbia.

World's No.1 tennis player, Novak Djokovic poses in front of an archaeological tunnel upon arrival at archaeological park "Ravne" near central-Bosnian town of Visoko on October 15, 2020. - This area known as the Bosnian valley of pyramids is the largest world complex of pyramidal structures and an archaeological phenomenon and is believed by some to have spiritual and healing powers. (Photo by ELVIS BARUKCIC / AFP) (Photo by ELVIS BARUKCIC/AFP via Getty Images)
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Spiritual healing

The pyramid park near the city of Visoko is said to offer miracle cures in recovery, regeneration and energy. While some of the hills there do look like pyramids, experts have said they are just natural formations. In any case, the world No. 1 is known to have unorthodox views on health and wellness and to support controversial new-age practices.

World's No.1 tennis player, Novak Djokovic (2nd L) takes a moment to be photographed with a young fan, as he arrives at archaeological park "Ravne" near central-Bosnian town of Visoko on October 15, 2020. - This area known as the Bosnian valley of pyramids is the largest world complex of pyramidal structures and an archaeological phenomenon and is believed by some to have spiritual and healing powers. (Photo by ELVIS BARUKCIC / AFP) (Photo by ELVIS BARUKCIC/AFP via Getty Images)
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All smiles in Bosnia

The Serbian seemed to be in great spirits as he was spotted walking around the sights, which also include an underground labyrinth. He even snapped selfies with fans.

World's No.1 tennis player, Novak Djokovic (C) takes a moment to get photographed with a fan, as he arrives at archaeological park "Ravne" near central-Bosnian town of Visoko on October 15, 2020. - This area known as the Bosnian valley of pyramids is the largest world complex of pyramidal structures and an archaeological phenomenon. (Photo by ELVIS BARUKCIC / AFP) (Photo by ELVIS BARUKCIC/AFP via Getty Images)
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Djokovic's take

"I would invite all athletes to come here to spend time in the tunnels, which are very beneficial for the increase of oxygen in the lungs," he told the FTV news station. 

World's No.1 tennis player, Novak Djokovic (R) gets introductory explanation from Bosnian archaeological explorer, Semir Osmanagic (C), the founder of the Archaeological Park: Bosnian Pyramid of the Sun as he arrives at the nearby archaeological park "Ravne" near central-Bosnian town of Visoko on October 15, 2020. - This area known as the Bosnian valley of pyramids is the largest world complex of pyramidal structures and an archaeological phenomenon and is believed by some to have spiritual and healing powers. (Photo by ELVIS BARUKCIC / AFP) (Photo by ELVIS BARUKCIC/AFP via Getty Images)
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Still on top

Although Djokovic picked up his 17th major title at the Australian Open, it has unquestionably been a season filled with disappointment. The 33-year-old found himself in the middle of controversy when he organized the Adria Tour. The event had few safety regulations, many players didn't wear masks and they even partied at a nightclub. Djokovic and several others would contract COVID-19.

Just last month, Djokovic was disqualified from the US Open after accidentally hitting a lines person with a ball. Still, Djokovic is keeping his head held high and still holds the No. 1 ranking.

"If there is paradise on earth, then it is here," Djokovic said of his time in Bosnia.

World's No.1 tennis player, Novak Djokovic (L) is accompanied by Bosnian archaeological explorer, Semir Osmanagic (C) as he arrives at archaeological park "Ravne" near central-Bosnian town of Visoko on October 15, 2020. - This area known as the Bosnian valley of pyramids is the largest world complex of pyramidal structures and an archaeological phenomenon. (Photo by ELVIS BARUKCIC / AFP) (Photo by ELVIS BARUKCIC/AFP via Getty Images)
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