Novak Djokovic insisted he was happy with his results despite ‘one of the worst performing seasons’

Novak Djokovic, despite facing early exits and a Grand Slam title drought in 2024, remains optimistic about his performance. Despite the setbacks, he praised Jannik Sinner's performance and acknowledged rising talent in the sport. Djokovic's resilience and positive outlook will be crucial as he navigates his career.

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Despite acknowledging 2024 as one of his most challenging seasons, Novak Djokovic remains optimistic about his performance. The Serbian tennis legend, known for his relentless pursuit of excellence, faced a series of early exits from major tournaments, including a surprising loss to Alexei Popyrin in the US Open. Djokovic also fell short in the Shanghai Masters final against Jannik Sinner, marking a year without a Grand Slam title for the first time since 201.

In a candid post-match interview, Djokovic admitted that this season has been one of his worst in terms of results. However, he emphasized that he is content with his achievements, highlighting his Olympic gold medal win as a significant milestone. “It was always going to happen at some point in my career where younger stars would outshine me and win Grand Slams,” Djokovic said, reflecting on the inevitable decline that comes with age and the intense competition in men’s tennis.

Despite the setbacks, Djokovic’s resilience and positive outlook remain unwavering. He praised Jannik Sinner’s performance and acknowledged the rising talent in the sport. “I’ve achieved all the biggest goals,” Djokovic remarked, indicating that he has no regrets and is looking forward to future challenges.

As Djokovic continues to navigate the twilight of his career, his ability to stay motivated and maintain a positive attitude will be crucial. While 2024 may not have been his best year, it serves as a reminder of the ever-evolving nature of tennis and the emergence of new champions. Djokovic’s journey is far from over, and his legacy as one of the greatest tennis players of all time remains intact.

Novak Djokovic in 2024

Novak Djokovic

37 - 9win/loss

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2024 Highlights

Ranked no.4, the Serbian played his last match on the 13th of October when he capitulated to world no.1 Jannik Sinner 7-6(4) 6-3 in the final in Shanghai (draw).

During this season the Serbian has an overall 37-9 match record. This year, the Serbian clinched 1 title in Paris. The Serbian was the runner-up in Wimbledon and Shanghai.

Djokovic will compete next in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters). He will start to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 28th of October.

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Djokovic's Record