Novak Djokovic Falls to Sinner in Semi-Finals, Future Uncertain

Novak Djokovic's quest for a 25th Grand Slam title ended in the French Open semi-finals, as the 38-year-old was defeated by top seed Jannik Sinner in straight sets.

Novak Djokovic Falls to Sinner in Semi-Finals, Future Uncertain

Novak Djokovic’s journey at the 2025 French Open came to an emotional end on Friday as he lost to Jannik Sinner in a closely contested semi-final. The 38-year-old Serbian star was aiming to become the oldest men’s Grand Slam singles champion and claim a historic 25th major title.

Despite pushing Sinner across three sets, Djokovic ultimately fell 6-4, 7-5, 7-6(3) in just under three hours on Court Philippe Chatrier. After the match, he paused at the baseline and waved to the crowd, sparking speculation that this could be his final appearance at Roland Garros.

Djokovic showed glimpses of his trademark resilience, trying various tactics from baseline rallies to serve-and-volley, but he struggled to break through Sinner’s focused and consistent game. The Italian capitalized on key moments, especially in the tie-break, where Djokovic faltered with errors and a costly net approach.

In the second set, Djokovic fought back from a break down but could not maintain his momentum. His upper left leg required treatment before the third set, but even that interruption didn’t throw Sinner off his game.

One of the most intense moments came at 5-4 in the third, where Djokovic had three set points but was denied by Sinner’s brave defense and a controversial line call that drew an impassioned reaction from the Serb.

While Djokovic's Grand Slam dominance may be nearing its twilight, his competitive fire remains. Whether this was his final bow in Paris remains to be seen, but he leaves behind a legacy that continues to inspire the sport.