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Novak Djokovic Rules Out Retirement, Targets Playing Into His 40s in Riyadh

He cites a drive to test his longevity to stay on court for expected changes in tennis.

Overview

  • Speaking at the Joy Forum in Riyadh ahead of the Six Kings Slam, Djokovic dismissed retirement talk with "It's not happening."
  • He named LeBron James, Cristiano Ronaldo and Tom Brady as models for extending his career into his 40s.
  • He said major, unspecified changes are coming to tennis and that he wants to be playing through that shift, aligning with player-driven reform efforts led by the PTPA and its recent lawsuits.
  • He is competing in the Saudi exhibition and is scheduled to face Jannik Sinner for a place in the final against world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz.
  • He confirmed an ATP Tour appearance in Athens later this season, with his ATP Finals plans still unannounced.