Overview
- Novak Djokovic said he has no plans to retire, declaring that he intends to continue his professional career despite his age.
- He named Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron James and Tom Brady as inspirations for sustaining elite performance later in life.
- He lost to Jannik Sinner 6-4, 6-2 in the Six Kings Slam semifinal in Riyadh, according to local reporting.
- The Saudi-hosted Six Kings Slam is a high-paying exhibition that is not ATP-sanctioned and has drawn criticism.
- Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion whose last major title came in 2023, delivered his remarks during appearances in Riyadh.