Novak Djokovic Settles in Athens After US Open Semifinal Exit

Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion and current Serbian tennis star, has relocated with his family to Athens amid political tensions in Serbia where he was labeled a "traitor" for supporting student protests against the government. At 38, Djokovic's recent performances have been overshadowed by emerging talents Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, who have dominated recent Grand Slam tournaments, with Djokovic failing to secure a title since the 2023 US Open. Former tennis legend Boris Becker expressed skepticism about Djokovic winning a 25th Grand Slam, suggesting Djokovic may be nearing the end of his career and possibly saying goodbye to the US Open after his 2025 semifinal loss. Despite skipping warm-up tournaments before major events, Djokovic continues to train and compete, expressing his desire to play at least another year and aiming for the 2028 Olympics, although experts find such a goal ambitious. Djokovic is also looking to establish a tennis academy in Athens and may apply for residency in Greece, where he has already begun settling his family and training locally. These developments highlight both his ongoing commitment to tennis and the challenges he faces as younger players ascend in the sport.