The Tennis Podcast Live from Wimbledon Day 12 - Was this the end for Novak Djokovic?
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Jul 11, 2025 The hosts delve into Novak Djokovic's recent challenges, reflecting on his age and injuries after a tough loss. They speculate about his future in tennis amid rising stars like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, who are setting the stage for an exciting final. Discussion also highlights Taylor Fritz's impressive performance and potential for a grand slam title. The anticipation for the women's final between Iga Swiatek and Amanda Anisimova is palpable, adding to the excitement of this renowned tennis event.
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Djokovic Acknowledges Age Impact
- Novak Djokovic admitted his ageing body is affecting his physical capacity in best of five matches.
- He recognizes this as a long-term issue rather than bad luck or isolated injury.
Djokovic Limited by Body and Competition
- Djokovic's body injuries and the rise of players like Sinner and Alcaraz limit his chances at Grand Slams.
- His level now leaves him a shadow of his best self when facing these young stars.
Press Conference Felt Like Farewell
- The press conference atmosphere showed many expecting a retirement announcement for Djokovic.
- Djokovic's statement about playing "at least one more match" felt like a farewell tour realistically starting.