Novak Djokovic’s 2024 season was a tale of mixed fortunes. While he secured his maiden Olympic gold medal, he failed to win any Grand Slam titles, a rare occurrence for the Serbian legend. His withdrawal from the ATP Finals further fueled speculation about his potential retirement.
However, recent updates from Serbia’s Davis Cup captain, Viktor Troicki, suggest that Djokovic is determined to bounce back in 2025. Troicki revealed that Djokovic is “ready to start the new season at 100%” and may even add a “legendary name” to his coaching team.
Djokovic’s 2024 campaign was marked by several setbacks. He suffered a shock defeat to Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open semi-finals, his first loss at the tournament since 2018. He also withdrew from the French Open quarterfinals due to an injury and lost to Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final.
Despite these disappointments, Djokovic’s Olympic triumph in Tokyo was a significant highlight. He defeated Alcaraz in the final, adding to his already impressive medal collection. However, his US Open campaign ended prematurely with a third-round loss to Alexei Popyrin.
Meanwhile, Alcaraz, who has emerged as Djokovic’s main rival, believes the Serbian is capable of a strong comeback in Melbourne next year. “He’s a really dangerous player,” Alcaraz said. “If he goes to Australia hungry, he’s going to be one of the favorites to win.”
Djokovic’s future remains uncertain, but Troicki’s comments suggest that he is far from ready to hang up his racket. With a potential coaching change on the horizon, the 2025 season could be a pivotal one for the 22-time Grand Slam champion.
