Many were shocked by the Halley’s Comet-type event that unfolded on Centre Court against Djokovic.
Despite nursing a knee injury that affected his speed, Djokovic lost to Alcaraz in back-to-back Wimbledon finals. Last year’s match could have gone either way after Djokovic took a two-set lead, possibly making him complacent.
There is growing evidence suggesting a changing of the guard in tennis, although Djokovic could still win another Grand Slam with a change in tactics.
An uncomfortable truth
Rafa Nadal’s uncle and former coach Toni described Djokovic’s strategy against Alcaraz as ‘suicidal,’ suggesting that Djokovic’s attempts to match Alcaraz shot for shot played into the Spaniard’s hands.
To counter this, Djokovic should focus on prolonging rallies and forcing errors from Alcaraz rather than trying to win points quickly by rushing the net.
Tennis has always been a mental battle, and Djokovic must use this to his advantage against younger opponents like Alcaraz.
Djokovic starts the US Open as an underdog
Leading up to the US Open, Djokovic faces tough competition from players like Alcaraz and Sinner, who are favored to win over him.
Betting offers for Djokovic to win the US Open are available from various bookmakers, showing the challenge he must overcome to secure another Grand Slam victory.
Boxing smart
As Djokovic navigates this challenging phase of his career, he must focus on strengthening his existing skills rather than learning new tricks to maintain his success in Grand Slam tournaments.
While Djokovic’s reign may be coming to an end, it is likely that he will still secure additional Grand Slam wins before retiring.
