US Open, Paris Masters: Novak Djokovic's schedule for remaining season
Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic would be on a high after winning the coveted gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Djokovic beat his rival Carlos Alcaraz in the tennis men's singles final at the Paris Games. The Serb, who completed the Golden Slam, will now head to the US Open. He has already withdrawn from the Canadian Open and the Cincinnati Open.
A look at his schedule
As mentioned, Djokovic would miss would miss both the Canadian Open and the Cincinnati Open to recover following a grueling Olympics campaign. As of now, the Serb is slated to feature at the US Open (August 26-September 8), the Shanghai Masters (October 2-13), the Paris Masters (October 28-November 3), and the Nitto ATP Finals (November 10-17).
Will Djokovic return at Davis Cup?
It has been reported that Djokovic will also represent Serbia at the 2024 Davis Cup. He suffered successive defeats in singles and doubles in the 2023 tournament, with Serbia losing the semi-final to Italy in Malaga, Spain.
Djokovic ends his wait for Olympic gold
Djokovic finally ended his wait for the coveted Olympics gold medal on August 4. He claimed one after beating Alcaraz in straight sets. The Serb, who won in straight sets, became only the fifth player to complete the Golden Slam, which means winning all four Grand Slams and Olympic gold. Djokovic has won every 'Big Title' one can claim in tennis.
Djokovic to enter US Open as defending champion
Djokovic would enter the 2024 US Open as the defending champion. He beat Daniil Medvedev in the 2023 final to claim his fourth US Open title. Besides, the Serb would want to clinch a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. He currently has the joint-most major titles (male or female) with the legendary Margaret Court (24). Djokovic owns 10 Australian Open honors.
