Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Kyrgios Asks Djokovic Why He's Playing Tennis
Tennis star Nick Kyrgios recently asked Novak Djokovic why he's still playing tennis.
Djokovic's simple answer was he "didn't know".
Kyrgios, also a tennis pro, shared this on a podcast, and suggested Djokovic might retire soon, believing he misses his family and possibly is considering spending more time with them.
Djokovic has not added to his Grand Slam title count recently and has lost in the semi-finals of tournaments.
Nick Kyrgios asked Novak Djokovic why he continues to play tennis.
Djokovic responded with, "I don't know." to Kyrgios' question.
Kyrgios shared this exchange during a podcast appearance.
Kyrgios speculated Djokovic might retire within a year, citing family.
Djokovic has not won a Grand Slam since his 24th title two years prior.
- Who
- Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios.
- What
- Nick Kyrgios asked Novak Djokovic why he continues to play professional tennis.
- When
- The exchange happened at Indian Wells this year and was later discussed on a podcast.
- Where
- The conversation took place in a locker room at Indian Wells.
- Why
- Kyrgios speculated Djokovic might be nearing retirement due to his age and family commitments.
Djokovic's Perspective
Kyrgios' Perspective
Why Continue Playing
Djokovic's Perspective
Unknown
Kyrgios' Perspective
Unspecified
- Players Involved
- Novak Djokovic, Nick Kyrgios
- Djokovic's Grand Slam Titles
- 24
- Kyrgios' Opinion
- Djokovic may retire soon
- Location of conversation
- Indian Wells
- Year of the conversation
- This year