It's no secret that in the last years of his career Novak Djokovic prioritized Grand Slam tournaments above all. The Serbian legend has gained the awareness that he cannot be more competitive all year and has given his best in the four most important events on the calendar, with the clear aim of breaking new records.
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The former world No.1 won his last Major at the 2023 US Open and since then has only reached one more final at the 2024 Wimbledon Championships (losing decisively to Carlos Alcaraz).
The 37-year-old from Belgrade has never hidden that he wants to win his 25th Grand Slam title, but it will not be easy at all because his level is not what it was a couple of seasons ago and the rise of numerous young talents makes his task even harder.
Jannik Sinner and Carlitos Alcaraz have become the two new references on the men's tour, but they are not the only opponents that Nole has to fear at this point in his career. Jack Draper for example has had an impressive rise in recent months, he has just won his first Masters 1000 in Indian Wells and has made his entry into the Top 10 of the ATP ranking.
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Novak - on the other hand - is increasingly far from the top positions and risks a very tough draw even at Roland Garros, after having had to face Alcaraz already in the quarterfinals at the 2025 Australian Open.
Jules Marie slams Nole
As most fans know, it is not easy to manage the complex personality of a champion like Djokovic. When he is very tense, the 24-time Grand Slam champion often has an aggressive attitude towards those around him.
During a live on Instagram, former ATP ace Jules Marie recalled when he sparred Nole at the 2021 French Open: "I did five practice sessions with Djokovic and it wasn't a good experience.
I had the feeling that his nerves were going to explode every time. If you make a slightly inaccurate shot, he doesn't chase the ball and gives you a really terrible look.
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It wasn't pleasant at all."
