Ivanovic explains why Djokovic still has another Slam chance

TL;DR

Novak Djokovic, with 24 Grand Slam titles, hasn't won since the 2023 US Open. At 39, questions arise about his ability to secure a 25th title as he reaches five consecutive semi-finals without a win.

Key points

Novak Djokovic has 24 Grand Slam titles.
He hasn't won a Grand Slam since the 2023 US Open.
Djokovic has reached five consecutive semi-finals since then.
Questions arise about his performance at age 39.
Concerns about whether he can secure a 25th title.

Novak Djokovic

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Novak Djokovic has 24 Grand Slam titles to his name but hasn’t lifted one since the 2023 US Open.

He’s made it to five straight semi-finals since then, but number 25 has stayed out of reach so far.

Now at 39, there are growing questions about whether age is starting to catch up with him and if another major is still within reach.

Asked about his chances of winning a 25th Grand Slam before he steps away from the game, Ana Ivanovic shared her thoughts on the matter.

Ana Ivanovic backs Novak Djokovic to win another Grand Slam

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Speaking to Eurosport, Ivanovic shared her thoughts on Djokovic’s chances of adding another Grand Slam title before he retires.

“I mean, what he’s achieved, it’s really incredible,” she said.

“We’ve known each other since we were very, very young, and we’ve been friends for a long time.

“It’s very inspiring to see that and to give that much back to Serbia and the next generation.

“I definitely think he has a chance to win another Grand Slam.

“His game is still at a very high level; he can compete with the top guys.

“If you look at the Grand Slams, he was in the semi-finals and finals, so one step closer to the title.

“But an incredible career, and not something that will be easy to match.”

Why the French Open could be Djokovic’s best shot at number 25

This month, Alcaraz confirmed he won’t be taking part in the French Open. The Spaniard had won back-to-back titles there in 2024 and 2025 and was tipped to go for a third straight title this year.

With him out of the picture, Sinner takes over as favourite, but Djokovic is still very much in the mix.

Sinner isn’t far behind, but it’s worth remembering that Djokovic got the better of him at this year’s Australian Open. If he manages to do it again in Paris, that long-awaited 25th Grand Slam might finally be within reach.

We’ll find out soon enough when play gets underway on Sunday, May 24th.

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Q&A

Why hasn't Novak Djokovic won a Grand Slam since the 2023 US Open?

Djokovic has reached five consecutive semi-finals since the 2023 US Open but has not secured another title.

How many Grand Slam titles does Novak Djokovic currently have?

Novak Djokovic currently has 24 Grand Slam titles to his name.

Is age affecting Novak Djokovic's performance in tennis?

At 39 years old, there are growing concerns about whether age is impacting Djokovic's chances of winning another major title.