11 Slams, No 25th Yet: Can Djokovic finally end his Grand Slam drought at US Open?
Novak Djokovic is preparing for the 2026 US Open, aiming to break his tie with Margaret Court by winning a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. Despite consistent deep runs in major tournaments, he has not secured a title since his 2023 US Open victory.
Why it matters
Djokovic is widely considered one of the greatest tennis players of all time, and his pursuit of the 25th major is a significant milestone in sports history.
Three years after winning his historic 24th Grand Slam title, Novak Djokovic returns to New York still chasing the elusive 25th. At 39, the Serbian legend remains capable of competing with the best — but with time running out, can the stars finally align at Flushing Meadows?The last time Djokovic stood on Arthur Ashe Stadium for a Grand Slam final, he was making history.On September 10, 2023, Djokovic defeated Daniil Medvedev to win the US Open and claim his 24th Grand Slam singles title, drawing level with Margaret Court's all-time record.Almost three years later, that number remains unchanged.The 2026 US Open, therefore, is about more than another major. It is another attempt to break a record that has stubbornly remained just out of reach.Yet calling the period since his 2023 triumph a slump would be misleading.Djokovic has continued to reach the latter stages of Grand Slams with remarkable consistency.
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