Novak Djokovic closed his 2025 campaign in style by winning the Hellenic Championships, defeating Lorenzo Musetti 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 to secure his 101st career title. At 38 years old, Djokovic captured two titles this season and reached the semi-finals of all four Grand Slams, reinforcing his ability to remain competitive against the younger generation.
Shelton’s breakthrough year
Ben Shelton ended his season at the ATP Finals, where he exited in the group stage after a loss to Jannik Sinner. The American managed to win one title in 2025, lifting the Canadian Open trophy, but his overall consistency fell short compared to the achievements of Djokovic, Alcaraz, and Sinner.
Isner’s verdict on the top three
During a local sports podcast, John Isner joined Sam Querrey and Steve Johnson to debate who deserved the third spot behind Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. While Querrey and Johnson leaned toward Shelton, Isner was firm in his view that Djokovic’s accomplishments merited recognition. “I’m going with Novak. He was ridiculous this year. What he did at 38, we haven’t seen this before. And he’s still going,” said Isner. He added, “So, in all likelihood, he’s going to make some more Grand Slam semi-finals next year.”
Djokovic’s careful scheduling
Isner also pointed to Djokovic’s strategic approach to his calendar, noting his return at the Shanghai Masters after extended breaks following Wimbledon and the US Open. This measured schedule suggests Djokovic is planning to prolong his career, with speculation that he could aim for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Enduring status among tennis elites
Despite ongoing discussions about retirement, Djokovic’s 2025 season highlighted his resilience and ability to compete at the highest level. His success against younger rivals underscores his place among the sport’s greatest, while Isner’s recognition places him firmly in the conversation as one of the top players of the year.
Jannik Sinner in 2025
Ranked no.2, the Italian played his last match on the 16th
of November when he beat world no.1 Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(4) 7-5 in the final in the Nitto ATP Finals to win his 25th career title.At present, during this year Jannik owns an overall 58-6 record. The Italian has won 6 titles in 2025 at the Australian Open, Wimbledon, Beijing, Vienna, Paris and the Nitto ATP Finals. The Italian was the runner-up in Rome, French Open, Cincinnati and U.S. Open.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
At the moment ranked no.1, the Spaniard played his last match on the 16th of November when he surrendered to world no.2 Jannik Sinner 7-6(4) 7-5 in the final in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
This season Carlos has achieved a compiled 71-9 win-loss record. Alcaraz clinched 8 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Tokyo. The Spaniard was the finalist in Barcelona, Wimbledon and the Nitto ATP Finals.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz played each other 17 times. Their actual record is 11-6 for Alcaraz.