"I don't understand why Djokovic also wants to play in the next Olympic Games"

Iker Jiménez | 19 Dec 2025 | 21.45

Djokovic celebrates the gold achieved in Paris 2024. Source: Getty

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Novak Djokovic is insatiable. He has already demonstrated this on numerous occasions and is willing to do it once again. The Serbian, who will turn 39 in May, boasts an unparalleled track record but does not want to stop there. His ultimate goal remains the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

An insatiable hunger that may surprise many, as is the case with former Russian tennis player Nadia Petrova. "Those Games are still far away. He already won gold in the previous ones, and I honestly do not understand why he wants to also play in the following ones," said the former world number three in statements to Šampionat.

The 2025 season for the Serbian has fallen short of the major successes he was known for. Semifinals in all four Grand Slams, one lost Masters 1000 final, and two titles, in Geneva and in Athens.

Petrova acknowledged that Djokovic has had good moments this season, with high-level matches and trophies, but she pointed out that physically he has been behind the current circuit leaders. "He has played great matches this year, but physically he has been behind Alcaraz and Sinner. And each passing year will be more difficult for him," she explained.

Threats to Sinner and Alcaraz

When asked about players who could become a threat to the two great dominators of the circuit in the coming years, the former tennis player mentioned several names: "I really like how Ben Shelton plays. He entered the top ten this year, and I hope he continues to improve. I would not rule out De Miñaur either; he is a great player and could reach a major final.

Petrova also did not forget about other top names. "There's Bublik, who, if motivated, can defeat anyone. And, of course, Daniil Medvedev. He already won a Grand Slam and reached a final. With a new coach, he can certainly achieve much more," stated the Russian.

Undoubtedly, the physical aspect is the most concerning for Djokovic, especially considering he would arrive in Los Angeles at 41 years old. "It would be fantastic if he won his 25th Grand Slam and concluded his career in a phenomenal way. He loves tennis, and only he knows how long he can keep playing," Petrova affirmed. And knowing the ambition of the Serbian, nothing can be ruled out.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, "No entiendo por qué Djokovic quiere jugar también en los próximos Juegos Olímpicos"