Novak Djokovic drops huge retirement hint after being booed by Australian Open crowd.

Djokovic Hints at Retirement After Australian Open Exit

Novak Djokovic has confessed that he may have played his last Australian Open, casting doubt over his future in the sport.

Injury Woes
The 37-year-old Serbian has been plagued by injuries over the past 12 months, including a knee injury that forced him to miss the French Open. He was managing discomfort throughout the Australian Open, and his physical state ultimately cost him in the semi-final against Alexander Zverev.

A Legendary Career
Djokovic has had an illustrious career, winning his first Grand Slam in Melbourne in 2008. He is now the tournament’s most successful player, but may have waved goodbye to Rod Laver Arena for the final time.

Uncertainty Over Future
When asked if this could be his last Australian Open, Djokovic said: “I don’t know. There is a chance. Who knows? I’ll just have to see how the season goes.” He expressed his desire to continue playing, but acknowledged that his age and injury history may catch up with him.

The Pursuit of a 25th Grand Slam
Djokovic’s biggest motivation is to win a 25th Grand Slam, which would set him apart in the record books. He is currently tied with Margaret Court on 24 Grand Slam titles.

Fitness Concerns
Djokovic admitted that his fitness is a concern, saying: “Statistics are against me in a way in the last couple of years… Getting injured quite a bit last few years.” However, he remains determined to continue playing and winning.

The Future of His Partnership with Andy Murray
Djokovic’s partnership with Andy Murray, who coached him through the Australian Open, remains unclear. Discussions are yet to happen about their plans for the remainder of the year.