Roger Federer is back in the spotlight at this weekend's Laver Cup in San Francisco. While praising Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, the leaders of the new generation, the Swiss Maestro reminded fans that Novak Djokovic remains a giant presence in the sport. .
Roger acknowledged the Serb's remarkable run at Majors in 2025 and the quartet of semi-finals, sharing that feat with Jannik Sinner. The Belgrade native collected 20 wins on the most notable stage at 38, standing among the players to beat in the best-of-five format.
As always in the previous two decades, Djokovic has shown that his ability to rise to the biggest occasions has not diminished with age. In fact, his desire still burns strong!
The Serb could not challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz at Majors this season, suffering three losses against the world's best players. However, he notched wins over Alexander Zverev and Alcaraz to prove his everlasting class.
With his four deep runs at Majors, the Miami Masters final and the ATP 250 event title in Geneva, Novak remains the third-best player of the season a year and a half before turning 40!
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Djokovic's deep runs have also added layers to his long list of age-defying records. They have proved that experience and mental strength can still challenge the energy of the younger generation.
Roger's praised Novak's achievements, and the Serb will try to keep up with that pace in 2026, still dreaming of that elusive 25th Major trophy. The season edges toward its closing stages, and Djokovic enjoys with his family in Athens.
The veteran will reduce his schedule in the upcoming months, confirming only the Six Kings Slam and the ATP 250 event in Athens. After achieving everything our sport has to offer, Novak does not think about ranking anymore.
He builds his schedule around Majors and remains an ageless champion who continues to rewrite tennis history, especially the age milestones.
"Novak is still right there near the top. He has played in all four Major semi-finals this season, which is incredible," Roger Federer said.
