Djokovic sets a date for his retirement: Los Angeles 2028 Olympics
The Serbian, owner of the most complete record in the history of tennis, revealed when and how he wants to say goodbye
Novak Djokovic is already envisioning the end of his career, although not as close as many might think. The Serbian, considered by much of the sporting world to be the greatest tennis player of all time, confessed that his wish is to retire at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, representing Serbia. Get 20% off UEFA Champions League broadcasts in Spanish on DAZN. In an interview with media outlets in his country, the 24-time Grand Slam champion explained that his decision was not improvised. “Throughout my life and career, I’ve always had a mental plan several years in advance: what I want and how I want it. Having achieved absolutely every possible goal, I mentioned the 2028 Olympic Games, as I wanted to play for many more years. I want to retire at the Olympic Games under the Serbian flag; that would be fantastic,” he said. Djokovic, who would be 41 in 2028, acknowledged that his physical and mental condition will determine whether he can reach that point. “Will I make it in time? I don’t know. There are things beyond my control. I try to be as healthy as possible, both mentally and physically, and maintain that competitive energy,” he added.
A champion without limits: titles, records, and millions accumulated
2025 has been another successful year for the world number one. Despite some injuries—including a shoulder problem that forced him to withdraw from the ATP Finals—Djokovic won two titles, lost one final, and reached the semifinals in all four Grand Slams, further proof of his consistency at 38 years old.
His most recent victory was the ATP 250 in Athens, where he defeated Italian Lorenzo Musetti 4-6, 6-3, 7-5.
In addition to the trophy, the Serbian earned €116,690 (approximately $135,000) in prize money, raising his career total to $191.25 million, the highest figure in the history of professional tennis. Behind him are Rafael Nadal ($134.9 million) and Roger Federer ($130.5 million), according to official ATP records. Djokovic also leads the rankings for career earnings in 2025, with $5.14 million.Although Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz and Italian Jannik Sinner surpass him in the annual total, with $16.09 million and $14.04 million, respectively.