Novak Djokovic, at 37, continues to defy the conventional limits of age in tennis, brushing aside any notions of retirement as he maintains his position at the top of the game. With a recent statement, the Serbian legend put to rest the swirling speculations about his career winding down, reaffirming that he’s not stepping away from the sport anytime soon.
Djokovic’s ability to stay at an elite level well into his late 30s has astounded fans and analysts alike, and many wondered if he might soon follow the path of some of his contemporaries into retirement. But Djokovic has other plans—specifically, chasing down yet another record held by his long-time rival, Rafael Nadal. As it stands, Djokovic already holds 24 Grand Slam titles, the most of any player in history. However, Nadal still leads in one crucial category: French Open titles. Nadal’s 14 titles on the Parisian clay remain a towering achievement.
“I’m still hungry,” Djokovic laughed in a recent interview when asked about the idea of retirement. “There’s a few more things I’d like to accomplish before I think about that.” He went on to emphasize how his fitness regimen and commitment to recovery have enabled him to continue playing at such a high level, suggesting that his physical health remains one of his top priorities.
While surpassing Nadal’s French Open tally will be no easy task, Djokovic’s confidence and form make it difficult to bet against him. With his sights set on winning more tournaments, and perhaps a few more Roland Garros titles, Djokovic has made it clear that he’s still in it for the long haul.
The battle between these two legends continues to fuel excitement in the sport, and for now, Djokovic shows no signs of slowing down.
