Djokovic wants 'at least one more time' at Wimbledon after semi-final defeat

Novak Djokovic's quest for a record 25th Grand Slam title ended at Wimbledon on Friday, as Jannik Sinner decisively defeated the 39-year-old in a one-sided semi-final. Djokovic succumbed to a 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 loss, leaving the Centre Court crowd to ponder whether they had witnessed his final appearance at the prestigious tournament.

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I would like to, at least one more time. Let's see.

Reflecting on the match as a "good old blowout," Djokovic indicated he is not ready to retire. "I would like to, at least one more time. Let's see," he told reporters when asked about returning next year for the 150th Wimbledon championships. While falling short of his 39th Grand Slam final, Djokovic acknowledged that few players can defeat him, noting he had beaten Sinner earlier in the year at the Australian Open.

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I'm proud of what I achieved three nights ago.

Djokovic expressed disappointment in not winning Wimbledon but remained proud of his achievements, including reaching the semi-finals. "I'm proud of what I achieved three nights ago," he stated, referencing his win over Felix Auger-Aliassime. "Proven to myself and others that I can still play at the highest level, and I have."

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I reached the last four of Wimbledon. Losing in straight sets against the best player in the world, okay. It is what it is. But the tournament was positive in terms of the attitude on the court, the fighting spirit, the dedication.

Despite the straight-sets loss to the world's top player, Djokovic viewed the tournament positively. "The tournament was positive in terms of the attitude on the court, the fighting spirit, the dedication," he said. He plans to regroup and focus on the upcoming U.S. Open, acknowledging a "bitter taste" from his performance but emphasizing his continued desire and ability to compete at the highest level.

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A little bitter taste stays as I wasn't at the desired level today. But we turn the next page and we move on.