After winning the US Open title of the scope of Daniel Medvedev In the finale, Novak Djokovic has now accumulated a record 24 Grand Slam titles. After facing players younger than him throughout the tournament, he made a statement during the post-match press conference. He brought back his previous memories of playing against Andy Murray, Rafael Nadalet Roger Federer in perhaps all Grand Slam finals.
However, now that all the old stars are retired from the sport, he finds himself on his own to match the brilliance of these youngsters, and he has made it clear that he loves playing against them. He also believes that there is no rivalry possible in tennis at the moment, although he considers his three matches against Carlos Alcaraz to be the best of the year.
Novak said: “It’s different because the rivalries I had with those guys were so strong and solid. It was very likely that I would face Roger, Rafa or Andy in a Grand Slam final for most of those years we were competing at the highest level.
Continuing his reflection, he further added: “Today it’s different. That does not bother me. I played 3 epic matches with Alcaraz this year and I think that’s why there is discussion about the next rivalry. I said everything I had to say in a positive way about Carlos. I really think so. I think it’s great for our sport that we have another really good rivalry. I know he also has a big rivalry with Sinner.
He concluded: «You have Rune. Of course, the generation of Zverev, Tsitsipas, Medvedev… these guys who are still among the 5 and 10 best in the world… tennis is still in a good position.
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Where does Novak Djokovic go from here?
Novak Djokovic after winning his 24th Grand Slam title. (credits: iNews)
Novak Djokovic has already broken numerous records in recent years, and since the fallout from his rivals like Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, there simply hasn’t been another tennis star to cross paths with him in a long time. He has now tied the record for the most Grand Slam titles for a singles player in both the men’s and women’s segments.
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He tied the record with another legend of the game, Marguerite Court, who has held the record for over three decades now. The two stars have now faced each other over 24 Grand Slam tournaments, and there is no doubt that the Serbian will strive to cross this mark and build a new record. Longevity and consistency have been keys for Novak, and it will take something original for the new generation of stars to stop him.
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