Novak Djokovic makes an interesting case scenario for his 100th ATP title after an unsuccessful attempt at the Miami Masters
Novak Djokovic has gone close to get to a 100th ATP title at the Shanghai Masters last year and the Miami Masters this year.
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Novak Djokovic has shared an interesting take on his potential 100th ATP career title. The Serb has been denied this elusive achievement multiple times but remains optimistic about reaching the milestone in the future.
Speaking to L’Équipe, Djokovic presented an interesting scenario for his 100th title. The former World No. 1 said that if he can win his 100th ATP title in the form of a Grand Slam, he would accept it immediately. However, he has no plans to retire, even if he reaches triple digits in this statistic.
I don’t think so, but you never know (smiles). I still think I have enough fuel in the engine. As I proved in Australia and Miami, I can still play at a very high level. Competition still gives me satisfaction. A number of people think I should leave tennis on a high note. Which I understand. Others think I should have stopped after my gold medal at the Games. Let’s see what the future holds. If you tell me I’ll win my 100th in a Grand Slam, I’ll sign up immediately. But it’s a big mountain to climb. You have to be humble about it.
Novak Djokovic said in an interview to L’Equipe
Djokovic has made two ATP finals since winning his 99th title at the Paris Olympics last year. The Serb won his first-ever Olympic gold medal in Paris, beating Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets.
Since then, Djokovic has reached the finals of the Shanghai Masters last year and the Miami Masters this year. However, he lost in straight sets on both occasions to Jannik Sinner and Jakub Mensik, respectively.
Novak Djokovic’s improvement in 2025 thus far
Former World No.1 Novak Djokovic is getting closer to his 38th birthday, and age is starting to show. Some say his best days are behind him. But as the clay season begins in Monte Carlo, he seems in better shape than he was just two weeks ago.
He reached the final in Miami, losing to young Czech star Jakub Mensik. That run proved he’s not done yet. Djokovic knows his serve is now more important than ever. With younger, faster players around, he is focusing on precision over long rallies.
In Miami, his serve was a key weapon. He hit 79% of his first serves and reached 87% in one match — a career-best. He only faced seven break points in his first five matches. This smart serving could help him in the French Open and Wimbledon.
Djokovic hasn’t won a Grand Slam since the 2023 US Open. His only title last year was the Olympic gold, a goal he chased for years. He now hopes to win his 25th major at Roland Garros and reach 100 career titles. But Monte Carlo won’t be easy, with top players like Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, and Jack Draper all in the draw.
Novak Djokovic’s new coach revealed in place of Andy Murray
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic is still searching for his first title since the Olympics. He will try again at the Monte Carlo Masters. However, Andy Murray won’t be with him this time. The two started working together earlier this season after Djokovic split with his old coach, Goran Ivanisevic.
So far, Djokovic has only reached one final with Murray as his coach. Still, he believes Murray can help him improve. Their agreement didn’t include Monte Carlo, so Murray won’t be part of the team there. He is expected to join Djokovic again for the Madrid Open later this month.
In the meantime, Djokovic has turned to someone close — his brother Marko. Marko will be part of his support team during the tournament. He will help guide Djokovic through Monte Carlo.
Marko knows the sport well. He played professionally and once ranked as high as 574 in the world. While he didn’t reach the top levels, he brings valuable experience and a strong bond with his brother.
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