The tennis world was rocked by unexpected news: Novak Djokovic officially announced his retirement from professional tennis after suddenly withdrawing from the semifinal against Alexander Zverev .

The news took fans and sports analysts by surprise, as the Serbian champion was still considered one of the best players in the world and a contender for Grand Slam titles. However, the most surprising revelation came from his wife, Jelena Djokovic , who finally broke her silence, revealing the reason behind her husband’s drastic decision.

According to Jelena, Djokovic suffered from a serious injury that worsened over time, seriously jeopardizing his long-term health. Although he played in pain for several tournaments, the medical team advised him to stop immediately to avoid irreversible damage .

The announcement sparked a wave of reactions across the sports world. Djokovic’s longtime rivals Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer expressed their support and respect for his extraordinary career, while fans around the world took to social media to express their love and gratitude.

It is not yet clear what Djokovic’s future will be after his retirement, but many speculate that he could remain in the tennis world as a coach, ambassador of the game or even a sports director . In the meantime, his departure marks the end of a legendary era , leaving a void in the tennis world that will be difficult to fill.