Novak Djokovic has officially settled in Athens, Greece, marking a significant personal and professional transition. The 24-time Grand Slam champion has enrolled his children, Stefan and Tara, at St. Lawrence College, a British international school located near the southern suburbs of the city. He has also secured a residence in Glyfada, a coastal district that offers proximity to both the sea and elite tennis facilities, including Kavouri Tennis Club where he has already been spotted training with his son.
The Belgrade Open moves to Athens and becomes the Hellenic Championship
In a move that reshapes the ATP calendar, Djokovic and his family have relocated the Belgrade Open to Athens for the 2025 season. The ATP 250 event, previously held in Serbia, will now be known as the Hellenic Championship and take place from November 2–8 at the OAKA Basketball Arena. The venue, which hosted events during the 2004 Olympic Games, will now serve as the stage for Greece’s return to top-tier professional tennis.
Political tensions influence Djokovic’s relocation
The decision to move the tournament and settle in Greece is reportedly influenced by growing political tensions between Djokovic and the Serbian government. In recent months, Djokovic voiced support for student-led protests in Serbia following a tragic infrastructure collapse in Novi Sad. His public statements, while measured, sparked friction with government officials and may have accelerated his plans to seek residence abroad.
Greece becomes Djokovic’s long-term destination
Beyond the tournament shift, reports suggest that Djokovic intends to retire in Greece rather than his native Serbia. His meetings with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and interest in the country’s Golden Visa program point to a deeper commitment to establishing roots in Athens. For Djokovic, the move offers a balance between family life, professional continuity, and personal freedom.
A new identity for tennis in Greece
The arrival of Djokovic and the rebranding of the Belgrade Open signal a revival of professional tennis in Greece, which has not hosted an ATP event since 1994. With Djokovic’s influence and infrastructure already in place, the Hellenic Championship is poised to become a fixture on the international tennis circuit. For Greek fans and the broader tennis community, this marks the beginning of a new era—one shaped by legacy, leadership, and a fresh coastal setting.
Novak Djokovic in 2025
Currently the world no.4, Novak played his last match on the 5th of September when he was overcome by world no.1 Carlos Alcaraz 6-4 7-6(4) 6-2 in the semifinal of the U.S. Open (draw).
At the moment, during this season Novak has a 31-10 match record. Novak has won 1 title in Geneva. The Serbian was the runner-up in Miami.