Novak
Djokovic will be seeking his 25th Grand Slam title at the US Open to break the
absolute record, surpassing the 24 titles won by Margaret Court. After winning
the gold medal at Paris 2024, there is nothing left for Nole to win, having
practically broken all records.
The Serbian
has definitively surpassed Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in Grand Slam titles,
won all the Masters 1000 at least twice, and holds the absolute record of 428
weeks as No. 1, far ahead of Federer’s 310.
Is Djokovic ready to hang up his racket?
The only
big title Djokovic was missing was the gold medal at the Olympic Games, after
several failed attempts. Despite this being the year he arrived with the most
doubts about his level, after an irregular season and a minor surgery a few
weeks before the tournament, Nole showcased his best level and defeated Carlos
Alcaraz in the final, completing the last title he was missing.
His next
challenge is the US Open, where he seeks another Grand Slam title. He can also
tie with Jimmy Connors, Pete Sampras, and Roger Federer with five titles each:
“It’s pretty hard to quit when you have won a Grand Slam,” stated John McEnroe.
“In a way, it would be a great time to do it if he wins the Open and gets to
25, but that’s something I don’t know the answer to.”
“What is
amazing is how he keeps coming back. How he wants more. The desire he has is
incredible at the age of 37. He doesn’t need this any more, but he keeps coming
back,” he added. “Maybe he will wake up one day and realise he doesn’t need it
any more, but so long as he has moments like the Olympics or maybe winning a
25th major, why stop?”
Novak Djokovic at 2024 US Open.
The
surprising fall of Carlos Alcaraz in the second round of the tournament seems
to clear the path for Djokovic. Nevertheless, World No. 1 Jannik Sinner seems
the most threatening name still in the draw, although Alexander Zverev (No. 4),
Daniil Medvedev (No. 5), and Casper Ruud (No. 8) are other names with arguments
to dream of the title.
“He showed
at the start of the season that he was human,” Mouratoglou told Tennis365. “I
felt that he had a real motivation issue at the start of the season, especially
when he saw that Rafa was struggling so much and might not be coming back.”
“At the
start of this season, it was almost as if Novak felt like the game was over
because Rafa was struggling so much and it looked like it would be very
difficult for him to come back to the top,” the former Serena Williams’ coach
added. “I think this killed his motivation a little. One of the big motivations
of his career was to have more Grand Slams than the two others and he has done
that now.
“Then the
Olympics come along and this prize that he has never lifted was there for him
and his motivation came back. In such a short period of time, he was able to
play at his best again,” he said. “For him, it is all going to be about finding
the motivation from this point forward. The tennis is there, he is there
physically, but it is all about how much he wants to continue.”
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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