Djokovic not ruling out playing at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics

Novak Djokovic, the tennis maestro who has captivated audiences worldwide with his skill and resilience, is considering an ambitious goal: participating in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. At 36, Djokovic, who has already secured an astounding 24 Grand Slam titles, maintains his position as the world number one, yet Olympic gold has eluded him despite four attempts, yielding only a bronze.

Facing the prospect of competing at 41, Djokovic conveyed a mixture of enthusiasm and uncertainty about such a distant future. He articulated his sentiments during an Indian Wells press conference, stating, “Everything is on the cards; I just don’t know how many cards I have left,” showcasing his trademark blend of humor and introspection. Djokovic continued, expressing his excitement and cautious optimism: “It’s still very far to think about Los Angeles Olympic Games, but the thought of it excites me of course. I’d love to play that but… I can’t really commit to that yet.”

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Djokovic emphasizes a pragmatic, year-by-year strategy to evaluate his fitness and passion for the sport, acknowledging the evolving challenges of competing at the highest level with advancing age. He still relishes the game and its competitive nature, as he remarked, “It’s becoming harder and harder, but I still love this sport and have still been competing at the highest level. I am still number one, so I feel at the moment that I want to keep going, keep trying to make more history.”

Beyond his Olympic aspirations, Djokovic is also focusing on the immediate future, particularly his participation in the Indian Wells tournament, a competition he has won five times but has been unable to attend recently due to travel restrictions. His return to Indian Wells is marked with anticipation, as he aims to recapture the success of previous years and vie for a record sixth title, starting with his second-round match against Aleksandar Vukic.