Hold On Tight! Chopper Drama in the Hudson - Did They Try My Gluten-Free Diet?!

Namaste and... Uh Oh!

Alright folks Novak here. You know me 24 time Grand Slam champ gluten free guru and connoisseur of inner peace. But even *I* had my 'zen' tested when I heard about that helicopter going for an unplanned dip in the Hudson. Multiple fatalities? *Oy vey* as they say in certain parts of the world. My heart goes out to everyone involved. Seriously it does. But let's be real when I first saw the headline my immediate thought was 'Did they try to fly on *my* diet?!'

Inverted Rotors? Inverted Reality!

They say the chopper was upside down in the river. Upside down! It's like looking into a mirror in an alternate universe where I'm a Federer fan. Shivers! Okay maybe that's a *tad* dramatic. But seriously seeing that image... it's a stark reminder that life can flip on you faster than a Kyrgios tantrum. The NYPD’s warning about traffic delays though? Now *that's* a tragedy I can relate to. Have you ever tried to get a decent acai bowl in this city during rush hour? Near impossible!

FlightRadar24: More Like FlightScary24

So apparently this Bell 206L 4 LongRanger (try saying *that* five times fast after a gluten free smoothie) had been bopping around Manhattan like a caffeinated hummingbird. Sightseeing tours they say. Listen I appreciate a good view as much as the next guy but maybe we should all stick to admiring the skyline from the ground. Less chance of becoming a submarine you know? Although who am I to judge? I've had my share of 'dives' on the court haven't I?

NTSB and FAA: The Alphabet Soup of Investigation

The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration are on the case. Which means... paperwork! Mountains of it I'm sure. I've faced tough opponents but bureaucracy? That's a whole different ball game. It reminds me of all the hoopla with the Australian Open a few years back except instead of borders they're dealing with a submerged helicopter and a tragedy. A very very different and more solemn situation.

Visualization is Key… Especially When the Chopper Isn't

Look I'm no expert but I firmly believe in the power of positive thinking. So let’s all take a deep breath visualize clear skies and send good vibes to everyone affected by this incident. And maybe just maybe consider a scenic bike ride instead of a helicopter tour next time. Your chakras (and your travel insurance) will thank you.

Stay Tuned Folks! (But Maybe Not *Too* Tuned)

This is a developing story as they say. So stay informed but don’t get sucked into the drama vortex. Remember folks balance is key. Meditate hydrate and avoid gluten… and perhaps avoid plummeting helicopters. Namaste… and stay grounded!