Novak Djokovic has admitted that his deep passion for tennis continues to drive him, saying he remains eager to push both his physical and mental boundaries.
The Serbian legend completed one of the sport’s rarest achievements in 2024 when he captured Olympic gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in the final to join the select group of players who have won all four Grand Slam titles and an Olympic gold medal.
Speaking in an interview with Esquire, Djokovic said he still believes he can compete with the new generation of stars.
“What keeps me going is first and foremost my love for the game. Tennis has been my life for so long, and I still enjoy every moment on the court.
“I love the competition, I love the challenge, and I still feel strong and capable of competing with the younger players, that’s a big part of the fun for me,” he told Esquire.
Djokovic also described his Olympic triumph as one of the defining moments of his career.
“Olympic gold was a lifelong dream for me. I went to four Olympic Games, and for a long time that medal was missing. To win in Paris, at 37, representing Serbia, is without question one of the greatest moments of my career.
“Standing there, singing the national anthem, holding the gold medal – it’s a feeling that stays with you forever, not just in your memory but in your whole body. I’ve never experienced emotions like that on a tennis court before. The tears just came, naturally. It was very pure, very powerful,” Djokovic said.
