Novak Djokovic’s 2024 season, marked by an uncharacteristic decline in titles, has become a notable shift in the 24-time Grand Slam champion’s career. Despite an extraordinary 2023 season where he won three Grand Slams and ended as World No. 1, the 37-year-old has not won a major title this year, a first since 2017. This dip in his titles coincides with the rise of younger stars like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, who have raised the competitive bar, with Alcaraz notably defeating Djokovic in the Wimbledon final.
The year also saw Djokovic’s decision to withdraw from the ATP Finals, which will result in his first year outside the Top 5 since 2017, reflecting a strategic shift in his approach. In 2024, he focused more on selective tournaments, notably achieving his longstanding ambition: winning Olympic gold. His triumphant win against Alcaraz on clay in the gold medal match filled a career gap and allowed Djokovic to prioritize meaningful achievements over maintaining a Top 5 ranking.
This year’s deliberate reduction in events reflects his evolving priorities, focusing on major titles and representing Serbia while transitioning from relentless ranking pursuits. Though his remarkable 18-year streak of winning two or more titles annually comes to an end, Djokovic’s season showcased an intentional recalibration toward lasting legacy goals. As he concludes this transitional year, Djokovic’s choices signal a shift from records to meaningful victories in his storied career.
Novak Djokovic in 2024
LWWWWWWLWW Currently the world no.5, the Serbian played his last encounter on the 13th of October when he lost to world no.1 Jannik Sinner 7-6(4) 6-3 in the final in Shanghai (draw).
Until now, during this year the Serbian has achieved a compiled 37-9 match record. Djokovic has won 1 title in Paris. Novak got to the final in Wimbledon and Shanghai.
Novak Djokovic |
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Novak Djokovic in 2024
LWWWWWWLWW Ranked world no.5, Djokovic played his last contest on the 13th of October when he was overcome by world no.1 Jannik Sinner 7-6(4) 6-3 in the final in Shanghai (draw).
Presently, during this year Novak has managed to achieve a 37-9 win-loss record. The Serbian clinched 1 title in Paris. Djokovic was the runner-up in Wimbledon and Shanghai.
Novak Djokovic |
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