“In a way, I wouldn’t be surprised if he stopped. But I would be surprised if he tried to go one more year. That would be my bet,” John McEnroe voiced amidst the cheers at the Arthur Ashe Stadium, speculating about Novak Djokovic ’s future in tennis. Once again, this has become the subject of debate. After his straight-set semifinal loss to Carlos Alcaraz at the 2025 US Open, the NYC crowd still roared in support of the 38-year-old. Djokovic’s slower reactions and visible drop in energy during the third set only fueled opinions, leaving fans questioning whether age has finally caught up with the Serbian legend.

During the post-match press conference, a reporter pointed out that every single player except two – Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner – would be envious of Djokovic

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