Novak Djokovic is still seeking his milestone 100th ATP title after three tournaments of the new season. The 24-time Major winner failed to reach the final in Brisbane, Melbourne and Doha, turning his focus to the American hard-court Masters 1000 events.
Novak turns 38 in May but he still feels motivation to chase notable titles and more records. Djokovic would love to win at least one of the remaining three Major events of the season. He hopes to compete injury-free in Paris, London and New York and challenge the rivals from the top.
The Serb would love to grab his 25th Major crown, although he left his closes rivals behind two years ago. Djokovic enjoyed an incredible ride on the most notable tennis scene in 2023, winning 27 of 28 matches and lifting three trophies from four finals!
Novak Djokovic has won his doubles match with Fernando Verdasco by a score of 6-1 6-1.
Verdasco is retiring after Doha and wanted Djokovic to share the court with him in his final event. 🥹❤️pic.twitter.com/0R36wySd2R
— Danny 🐊 (@DjokovicFan_) February 17, 2025
Thus, the Serb became a proud owner of 24 Major trophies, collecting at least three at all four tournaments. Novak could not repeat that run in 2024. The veteran fell to Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open semi-final in four sets after failing to create a break chance.
Djokovic injured his right knee at Roland Garros. The defending champion prevailed over Lorenzo Musetti and Francisco Cerundolo en route to the quarter-final. The Serb withdrew ahead of the Casper Ruud clash and underwent surgery.
Novak Djokovic, Doha 2025© Stream screenshot
Novak recovered for Wimbledon and played well with protection over his troubled knee. The veteran reached the title clash and faced Carlos Alcaraz. Like 12 months before, the Spaniard bested the legend, defending the crown and keeping Djokovic away from Roger Federer’s record.
Novak threw everything at the Olympic Games in Paris, seeking the last notable title missing ih his collection. The Serb beat six rivals in straight sets, edging Alcaraz in a memorable final and completing the game of tennis.
Djokovic felt no motivation in New York, suffering an early loss and closing the season after the Shanghai Masters. The Serb chased his 11th Australian Open crown this January and experienced another setback.
Novak Djokovic, Doha 2025© Stream screenshot
The 37-year-old ousted Machac and Lehecka en route to the quarter-final. Novak injured his left leg against Carlos Alcaraz. The veteran prevailed in four sets after nearly three hours and 40 minutes, showing an incredible determination and reaching the last four.
However, Djokovic could not fight until the end against Alexander Zverev. The Serb struggled with pain in his troubled leg and retired after dropping the opening set in the tie break. Novak will seek his 25th Major title at Roland Garros in June.
Doha 2025© Stream screenshot
Before that, he will try to lift his 100th ATP title, standing on 99 since August last year.
“Honestly, I’m not sure which Major I have the best chances of winning. It’s crucial to stay injury-free and prepare well for the tournaments, which may not have been the case in Doha. Although I did not feel any pain, I lacked sufficient training sessions and competitive sets.
The season is extended, so we will see how it unfolds. Achieving milestones is my greatest motivation, and I look forward to when I can reach them. I will do everything to win at least one Major this year, so let’s see if I can do it,” Novak Djokovic said.
Tennis World USA