Novak Djokovic Eyes 25th Grand Slam Title
Djokovic's determination to continue competing is driven by his passion for the sport, and he is willing to play more tournaments to prepare himself for the demands of the Grand Slam, despite the potential toll on his body. His goal of winning a 25th Grand Slam title and becoming the all-time leader in the ATP rankings remains a top priority.
Novak Djokovic, at 37, remains determined to continue competing in tennis, aiming to reach his 100th tour-level title before the French Open and become the all-time leader in the ATP rankings with a 25th Grand Slam title.
Djokovic's recent performance has been inconsistent, winning three out of four majors in 2023 but struggling to replicate that form in 2024. However, he is focused on gaining ranking points and improving his seeding at the French Open, currently ranked fifth in the world. A win in Madrid would allow him to overtake Taylor Fritz and potentially become the fourth seed at the French Open, giving him a more favorable draw.
The Madrid Open has seen a unique ceremony featuring a walking robot that took to the court and waved to the crowd before Djokovic's opening match. Despite the unusual start, Djokovic recovered from being broken in his opening service game to win the match. His presence at the Madrid Open is part of his strategy to prepare for the French Open, where he aims to be in top form and overcome his struggles with injuries and inconsistent performances on clay.
As the last of the "Big Four" remaining, Djokovic believes that no player is bigger than the sport and wants to keep playing to represent the older generation and keep the sport thriving. With his current ranking being irrelevant to his tennis record, Djokovic is now focusing on it to achieve his goals, including becoming the all-time leader in the ATP rankings.