Djokovic nears history at Wimbledon in what could be a final chance to set major record

Since winning the 2023 US Open, Djokovic has reached just one major final: last year at Wimbledon, where he fell to Carlos Alcaraz.

Their rematch in 2024 was less dramatic than their epic five-set battle a year before. This time, Alcaraz rolled to a straight-sets win: 6-2, 6-2, 7-6.

Many saw it as a passing of the torch – and Djokovic’s results since have reflected the changing of the guard.

Since then, Djokovic has struggled to regain his old consistency. Early exits in Indian Wells, Monte Carlo, and Madrid have punctuated a year where he’s looked vulnerable, despite strong showings at the Australian Open and Roland Garros.

Making matters more difficult is the recent dominance of Sinner and Alcaraz – who have now won the last six majors between them. At 22 and 23, they represent the new standard, and the gap only seems to be widening.

That’s why Wimbledon 2025, and maybe the upcoming US Open, could be Djokovic’s final real shot at reaching 25 Grand Slams.

Djokovic drops hint about retirement

Speaking to Business Traveller USA before Roland Garros, Djokovic reflected on his changing mindset:

“Obviously, it’s challenging for me nowadays to produce the results I had when I was at my best,” he said.

“It doesn’t mean that I will never be able to do that again, but that greatness changes its shape. You’re a different person on an annual basis, monthly basis, weekly basis.”

“Tennis is a sport where it’s necessary to nurture that mentality of, it’s never enough. Because once it’s enough, then it’s really enough, and you have to put the racket aside. And I still… I still don’t feel it’s enough for me.”

Djokovic is expected to skip both the ATP 500 events at Queen’s and Halle ahead of Wimbledon, focusing his preparation on what could be one final shot at history.