Following each elimination from a competition, inquiries regarding his future have surfaced, yet Djokovic stated he is not considering retirement and draws inspiration from prominent figures in other sports who have defied age to maintain peak performance.
During a discussion at the Joy Forum held in Riyadh, Djokovic commented: “Durability is among my most significant sources of drive.”
“My sincere desire is to ascertain the extent of my capabilities. Observing across the spectrum of global sports, Lebron James continues to demonstrate strength, nearing 40, Cristiano Ronaldo, Tom Brady maintained performance into his forties, an achievement that is quite remarkable.
“They serve as an inspiration to me.
“In the approaching years, tennis has the potential for substantial transformation, and I aim to actively participate in this evolution.
“My intention is to compete as we reinvigorate our sport and establish the foundation that will endure for the decades ahead.”
Leading athletes are advocating for an increased revenue allocation from the Grand Slams, while the Professional Tennis Players Association – co-founded by Djokovic – has initiated legal actions against the governing bodies of tennis earlier this year to enforce modifications.
Djokovic delivered his remarks in Saudi Arabia at the Six Kings Slam exhibition tournament, where he and Alcaraz, a six-time major champion, have received direct entry to the semi-finals.
The tournament reportedly offers $4.5m (£3.4m) in prize funds, with anticipations that certain participants have also received substantial appearance fees in the seven-figure range.
Reports suggest the eventual victor could potentially earn up to $6m (£4.5m).
Djokovic was defeated 6-4, 6-2 by Sinner, the current titleholder, on Thursday evening.
The Italian player, aged 24, is set to compete against Alcaraz, his rival, in the final for the second consecutive year, after the world’s top-ranked player triumphed over Taylor Fritz of America with scores of 6-4, 6-2.
