Over the past two years, Novak Djokovic has repeatedly wondered about his real chances of winning another Grand Slam title. The former world No.1 has shown that he can raise the bar in the tournaments he really wants to win and it is no coincidence that he has become the oldest player ever to reach at least the semifinals in all the Majors within the same season.
At the same time, the Serbian legend is perfectly aware that beating Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner is one of the main requirements that are required of him if he wants to lift his 25th Slam. In 2025, the 38-year-old from Belgrade was defeated by the 24-year-old Italian at both Roland Garros and the Wimbledon Championships and the 22-year-old Spaniard eliminated him at the US Open.
During his last press conference in New York, Nole confided that it will not be easy for him to beat these two young champions in the future, but he also reiterated his desire to continue playing at the highest level as long as he has the right motivation.
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Pennetta reflects on Djokovic
According to many experts and former players, 2026 could be the decisive year to outline the future of this extraordinary champion. If he realizes that his chances of making tennis history again are too low, he could decide to retire at the end of the season (despite having expressed his desire to participate in the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028).
In a long interview with 'Il Corriere della Sera', former WTA star Flavia Pennetta shared her opinion on Djokovic: "I think Nole is still convinced that he can defeat Jannik and Carlos, which is why he continues to play at almost 39 years old. To win his 25th Grand Slam title at his age would be a crazy achievement."
The 24-time Grand Slam champion is preparing in Athens ahead of the start of the new season, which will begin for him with the Adelaide ATP 250 scheduled for January 12-17, 2026.
