Tennis icon speculates that Novak Djokovic might consider retiring following his defeat in the US Open semi-finals. The Serbian player was eliminated by Carlos Alcaraz in a decisive match where the Spaniard dominated with a 6-4, 7-6, 6-2 victory.
This loss adds to Djokovic’s recent setbacks, having been knocked out at similar stages in Wimbledon and the French Open, and facing an early exit in the Australian Open due to injury against Alexander Zverev. Despite winning an Olympic gold medal last year, Djokovic has not secured a Grand Slam victory in the past two years.
The 2023 US Open signifies Djokovic’s last major title win, as he strives to achieve a 25th championship, which would surpass Margaret Court’s record in the Open Era. However, his pursuit was halted at Flushing Meadows, with rising stars Alcaraz and Sinner poised to compete in the final.
John McEnroe, a seven-time Grand Slam winner, speculates that Djokovic may not continue competing for another year, acknowledging the uncertainty surrounding Djokovic’s future decisions. Djokovic himself admitted feeling drained during the match against Alcaraz, expressing the challenge of maintaining his performance.
Despite these obstacles, Djokovic remains determined to pursue top titles, although he acknowledges the formidable competition posed by players like Sinner and Alcaraz. While recognizing the difficulty ahead, Djokovic remains committed to fighting for Grand Slam victories and aiming for championship titles.
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