Djokovic Falls Short at US Open 2025, Hints at 2026 Return
Tennis ace Novak Djokovic, aged 38, has fallen short in his quest for a historic 25th Grand Slam title, losing in the semi-finals of the US Open 2025. Despite the setback, Djokovic has hinted at a return to competitive tennis in 2026.
Djokovic, who has been focusing primarily on major tournaments, admitted that his physical fitness was not up to par with the younger generation during his match against Carlos Alcaraz at the US Open. The Serbian star has struggled against younger players like Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, who have collectively won seven major titles.
Djokovic, who has won the Australian Open a record 10 times, sees the tournament as his best chance to surpass Margaret Court's record in Grand Slam titles. Despite his uncertainty about his future in tennis, Djokovic has expressed his desire to compete in the full 2026 Grand Slam season, including the Australian Open in January 2026. However, specific tournament schedules beyond this are yet to be confirmed.
Djokovic has left his schedule open-ended and is reluctant to discuss future plans, including the upcoming Australian Open. He remains the world's third-best male player and has indicated a possible participation in an ATP 250 event in Athens. Tennis fans eagerly await his next move as he continues to shape his future in the sport.
