Novak Djokovic is preparing for the US Open in New York with a major goal in mind: winning his 25th Grand Slam title. If he succeeds, the 39-year-old tennis star will set a new all-time record in the sport.
Djokovic's journey to New York did not start smoothly. After reaching the semi-finals at Wimbledon, he played only one match at the Cincinnati Open, where he lost early while struggling with high humidity. However, Djokovic sees a positive side to that defeat. He explained that the early loss gave him two full weeks to rest, train, and bring his body and mind into optimal condition.
This year's US Open opens up a strong opportunity for Djokovic. One of his top rivals, Jannik Sinner, is missing the tournament due to an injury. Another major rival, Carlos Alcaraz, is playing his first tournament after being sidelined for four and a half months with a wrist problem.
Although managing physical fitness becomes harder at age 39, Djokovic remains remarkably consistent, having reached the semi-finals or better in six of his last seven Grand Slam appearances. He stated that he feels as prepared as possible to step onto Arthur Ashe Stadium and fight for another historic trophy.