Djokovic: "The ATP Finals and the ranking are no longer objectives for me"

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It seems that Novak Djokovic's light is beginning to see the end. The greatest tennis player in history, at least in terms of titles, is currently focused with the Serbian team in the Davis Cup to secure a spot in the final playoffs for 2025. The Serbian has won all possible championships as a tennis player and many wonder where the motivation lies in continuing to be active once he has achieved all his goals, something that the press never ceases to ask.

After his victory against the world No. 770, Ioannis Wilas, where he only dropped one game (6-0 6-1), Novak Djokovic addressed the media to discuss his future plans in tennis and the tie that Serbia is facing against Greece (without Stefanos Tsitsipas). The Serbian was very clear in his answers.

- A great pride for Djokovic

Nole was asked what it means to him to play for the Serbian team: "Words are unnecessary; actions speak for themselves. I believe my commitment says it all. With the new format, I have fewer opportunities to play at home; the last time was seven years ago."

"I do not know for how long I will play tennis, but as long as I do, playing for Serbia will always be a priority. Last year I accepted defeat in Malaga, we are one of the weakest teams in doubles and we have to face it; individual players have to play more doubles matches throughout the year."

- Weeks with Serbia give him an extra motivation

When asked how he manages to stay motivated with all the titles he has won, Djokovic pointed out: "Weeks like this are motivation for me and help me keep going; they are like an inspiration. I thought I would never have to struggle to motivate myself, but that has been the case in recent years. If I want to extend my career, I have to enjoy it, and on days like this, you feel butterflies in your stomach. When I no longer feel that way, then it will be over for me."

Victor Troicki, Serbia's captain, added his gratitude to his star player regarding this matter: "He won everything, but he came here to play again, which says a lot about him. I thank him for continuing to help us, and I hope he keeps doing so next season."

- His current goals

The question was more than expected, but Nole did not hold back and was very direct in admitting that some tournaments are no longer his priority: "I do not know when I will play after the Shanghai Masters 1000; my goal is not to play the final there, I am done with those tournaments; my priority is solely the Grand Slams and national team matches."

"The ATP Finals and being at the top of the rankings are no longer objectives for me. I do not know if I will play the finals this year or next, but right now, what I need the most is physical, mental, and emotional rest to decide what comes next in my career, how much more I want to play, and where."

Novak Djokovic will face Aristotelis Thanos on Sunday in singles, a 23-year-old ranked 713 in the ATP rankings, in the session where Serbia is expected to seal their victory against Greece and stay alive for qualification to the Davis Cup Finals 2025.

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