Djokovic Preferred To Win Olympic Gold Over ‘All Four Slams’ In 2024 Says Davenport…

In a recent statement, former tennis star and commentator Lindsay Davenport expressed her belief that Novak Djokovic may prioritize winning an Olympic gold medal over securing all four Grand Slam titles in 2024. Djokovic, widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time, has achieved almost every major milestone in the sport, including 24 Grand Slam titles, making him the leader in men’s singles.

However, despite his remarkable career, the Olympic gold medal has eluded Djokovic, something that weighs heavily on him as he aims to complete his collection of major titles. Davenport, herself a former Olympic gold medalist (1996) and multiple Grand Slam champion, emphasized the significance of the Olympics for players like Djokovic, who are looking to cement their legacy further.

While winning all four Grand Slams in one year—completing a calendar-year Grand Slam—is one of the most coveted achievements in tennis, Davenport suggested that Djokovic, who already holds the record for most major titles, might see the Olympic gold as a more pressing goal. Djokovic has competed in four Olympic Games (2008, 2012, 2016, and 2021) but has yet to reach the top of the podium. He won a bronze medal in 2008 but has fallen short in his subsequent attempts.

The 2024 Paris Olympics offer Djokovic what could be one of his final opportunities to win the elusive gold, and Davenport believes that this may now be the Serbian champion’s top priority. At 37, Djokovic continues to defy age-related expectations, but the physical demands of top-tier tennis make each season increasingly challenging. Therefore, focusing on the Olympics might provide him with the motivation and focus to make history at a stage where his career could be nearing its twilight.

Davenport’s analysis highlights the dual motivations of Djokovic—on one hand, the unparalleled achievement of a calendar Grand Slam, and on the other, the personal and emotional importance of winning an Olympic gold medal, which may be viewed as the final piece in his already illustrious career.