As time marches on, the opportunities for Novak Djokovic to claim another Grand Slam title are becoming more limited. The Serbian superstar, who holds the record with 24 Major titles, has faced challenges in recent years, including a dip in his ranking and the inevitable physical toll of competing against younger players. However, his unparalleled skill and experience keep him firmly in the conversation for another triumph on tennis’s biggest stages.
Most recently, Djokovic made headlines at the Australian Open, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in a stunning quarterfinal clash. Unfortunately, his campaign ended prematurely in the semifinals against Alexander Zverev, as he retired after dropping the first set.
British tennis legend Tim Henman, a four-time Wimbledon semifinalist, spoke with Sky Sports and shared his belief that Djokovic’s best chance to capture his 25th Grand Slam title will come at Wimbledon in 2025.
“I think at Wimbledon, he will have his best chance to win his 25th Grand Slam,” Henman stated. “I still remember what happened last summer when he reached the final with very recent surgery and knee problems”.
Novak Djokovic of Serbia with the runners up plate after his loss to Carlos Alcaraz of Spain in the 2024 Wimbledon final. (Julian Finney/Getty Images)
Henman further elaborated on Djokovic’s unique relationship with the grass courts of Wimbledon, adding, “I believe that if he made it that far, it was a combination of the confidence and understanding he feels every time he steps on the grass. Surely, there are many other players who do not feel that stability on this surface”.
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The British tennis icon believes that few players possess the versatility to excel on all four surfaces, and even fewer have the skills to dominate on grass. According to Henman, the pool of potential Wimbledon champions is particularly small, aside from Djokovic.
“Honestly, who could have realistically won this last Australian Open? Perhaps there were only four or five players, no more,” Henman admitted. “If we talk about grass, it will probably end up being an even lower number”.
“The world number one, Jannik Sinner, already knows what it’s like to reach the semifinals, although I think grass might be his most vulnerable surface,” Henman explained. “And then there are Djokovic and Alcaraz. Beyond these three names, it’s hard to predict”.
Henman reflects on Andy Murray’s journey
Henman, a former World No. 4 and one of Britain’s most successful players, also shared a story about offering advice to Andy Murray after his retirement. “My advice to Andy after retiring was to take some time off, although obviously, it was advice he didn’t take,” Henman recalled.
“I also don’t think he saw this opportunity coming. For sure, it was more of an unexpected call. In the end, we talk about the opportunity to work with one of the greats of our sport, an offer too good to turn down,” Henman added. “For us, it was fascinating to see them together in Australia, and to see Andy so relaxed was even amusing. I’m sure Andy has a lot to offer in this project”.
