Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, declared on Sunday that he plans to extend his illustrious tennis career for “years to come,” as he prepares for the Brisbane International this week. After a challenging 2024 season that saw him drop to world number seven, Djokovic is focused on reclaiming his top form and targeting more titles in 2025.
“I’m looking for a good start to the season,” Djokovic said. “Hopefully, I’ll win a few more tournaments, and my ranking will go up to where it should be.”
| Key Goals for 2025 | Details |
|---|---|
| Increase Tournament Participation | Play more events than in 2024 |
| Targeted Wins | Australian Open, record 25th Grand Slam |
| Focus on Consistency | Better results across all tournaments |
Adapting to a New Era
For the first time in his career, Djokovic begins a season without his contemporaries from the “Big Four.” With Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray retiring in 2024 and Roger Federer bowing out in 2022, Djokovic now faces the rising generation, led by Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz.
Despite these changes, Djokovic remains determined. “The way I’m feeling today, I still think I can go strong for years,” he said. However, he acknowledged the unpredictability of motivation as he approaches his 38th birthday in May.
Brisbane International and Kyrgios Partnership
Djokovic starts his campaign against Australian wildcard Rinky Hijikata, marking his first official match since a loss to Sinner in the 2024 Shanghai Masters final. Djokovic is also teaming up in doubles with Nick Kyrgios, who is making a comeback after a two-year injury-plagued hiatus.
Djokovic’s goal is clear: a strong start at Brisbane and momentum heading into the Australian Open, where he aims to secure an 11th title and extend his Grand Slam record to 25.
“I still love this sport and competing,” Djokovic said, setting the stage for what could be another historic year in his storied career.
