Tennis fans were left shocked as Novak Djokovic’s journey at the US Open came to an end in the semi-finals after a defeat by Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets. This loss follows similar exits at Wimbledon and the French Open, as well as a withdrawal from the Australian Open due to injury. Despite claiming an Olympic gold medal last year, Djokovic has not secured a grand slam title in the past two years.
The 2023 US Open was the last time Djokovic lifted a major trophy, and he is still aiming for his 25th championship to surpass Margaret Court’s record. However, his recent defeat at Flushing Meadows has raised questions about his future success against rising stars like Alcaraz and Sinner.
John McEnroe, a seven-time grand slam winner, speculated that Djokovic might consider ending his career soon. Djokovic himself acknowledged his lack of endurance during the match against Alcaraz, but he remains determined to compete for top titles, even though he recognizes the challenges ahead.
Despite facing tough competition from players like Sinner and Alcaraz, Djokovic remains committed to striving for grand slam victories, albeit acknowledging the difficulty of achieving this goal. The tennis world eagerly awaits to see how Djokovic will navigate his future in the sport.