The Relentless March of Time

In a candid admission after his recent defeat, Novak Djokovic acknowledged that age is becoming a formidable opponent in his quest for another Grand Slam title. Following a lackluster performance against world's top player Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon semi-finals, the 38-year-old Serbian star revealed the toll that time has taken on his body.

A Struggle Against Youth

Djokovic, who faced a crushing defeat with set scores of 6-3, 6-3, 6-4, found himself grappling with physical limitations throughout the match. This follows a previous straight-sets loss to Sinner at the French Open, echoing the sentiment that his body is losing the battle against younger rivals.

Facing Reality

"I don’t think it’s bad fortune; it’s just age and the wear and tear of my body," Djokovic stated. "Despite my best efforts to maintain my physical condition, I've felt the impacts more profoundly than ever in the last year and a half. It’s hard to accept because when I'm fit, I know I can still play at a high level. But competing in best-of-five matches is becoming increasingly taxing."

Refusing to Say Goodbye

Despite the setback, Djokovic remains hopeful about his future at Wimbledon. "I don’t plan for this to be my last match on Centre Court. I’m determined to come back and compete one more time, at least," he expressed with resolve.

Sinner’s Ascendancy