Novak Djokovic Hints at Retirement After Australian Open Loss to Carlos Alcaraz
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Firstpost•02-02-2026, 13:57
Novak Djokovic Hints at Retirement After Australian Open Loss to Carlos Alcaraz
- •Novak Djokovic, 38, lost the Australian Open final to 22-year-old Carlos Alcaraz in four sets (2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5).
- •Djokovic was denied a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title, with Alcaraz becoming the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam.
- •Following the defeat, Djokovic hinted at uncertainty regarding his future in tennis, stating, "God knows what happens tomorrow."
- •Despite the loss, Djokovic expressed determination to continue pushing for more Grand Slams, acknowledging the rising competition.
- •He reflected positively on his Australian Open campaign, reaching the final and beating Jannik Sinner in the semifinals.
Why It Matters: Novak Djokovic hinted at potential retirement after his Australian Open final loss, but remains determined to compete.
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