Novak Djokovic, at 37, isn’t thinking about retiring anytime soon.
Despite his age, Djokovic continues to shine on the tennis court, much like Federer and Nadal did. These legends have shown that age doesn’t stop greatness, and Djokovic stands out as the most successful among them.
Even though Djokovic’s 2024 season wasn’t his best, he’s still eager to win more Grand Slams. To boost his chances, he brought Andy Murray on board as his coach. This decision has fueled his drive even more since he misses competing against old rivals who are no longer on the ATP Tour.
| Name | Age | Points | Stats 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| rs Novak Djokovic | 37 | 8,360 | 18 - 6 |
Reflecting on Tennis Legends
In a chat with Sky Sports, Djokovic shared how sad it is for tennis fans that both Murray and Nadal are stepping away from the game in the same year. “We all know that we all have to stop and say goodbye at some point,” he said. “But both of them saying farewell to tennis in the same year, it’s a shock for all of us.”
Fans might feel it’s bittersweet seeing such icons leave while witnessing new talents rise.
For Novak himself, retirement isn’t something he’s considering yet. He feels strong enough to keep playing competitively and aims for more historic wins in Grand Slam tournaments. “I still will try to go strong because I feel like my body is serving me well,” he expressed.
Djokovic explained that hiring Andy Murray was part of his plan to continue chasing big dreams in tennis. “That’s one of the biggest reasons why I asked Andy to work with me,” he revealed. As long as these ambitions remain alive within him, he’ll keep pushing forward.
There’s no set date or specific achievement marking when Djokovic might retire; some thought it could be after winning 25 Grand Slam titles—but that’s not true according to him: “I don’t have any date in my mind or any result after I achieve it potentially that I’m going to say goodbye.”
Looking ahead, Novak’s next opportunity for a major win comes at the 2025 Australian Open under Murray’s guidance starting January 12th—an exciting prospect indeed! What do you think about this legendary player’s journey?
