The Alcaraz final is scheduled for Djokovic v Sinner, but the French Open result remains undecided

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Liveupdated 1 hour ago Novak Djokovic said his French Open semi-final defeat to World No 1 Jannik Sinner could have been his final match at Roland Garros as he sparked suggestions that he is nearing retirement.
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An hour previously.

As he raised rumors that he is getting close to retirement, Novak Djokovic stated that his loss to World No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the French Open semifinal might have been his last match at Roland Garros.

After his attempt to win a record-breaking 25th grand slam title was unsuccessful, the 38-year-old Djokovic took his time leaving the court, touching the clay and waving to the audience. Djokovic remarked, “I don’t know, the last match I ever played here might have been this one.”. Even at the end, I was a little more emotional because of this. “”.

In straight sets, world No. 1 Sinner defeated Djokovic to advance to the French Open final, where he will face his youthful opponent and reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz on Sunday.

Sinner, 23, and Alcaraz, 21, will be facing each other in a grand slam final for the first time. Alcaraz has defeated the Italian in his last three meetings. Prior to his opponent Lorenzo Musetti’s injury-induced retirement, Alcaraz advanced to the final.

Keep up with the French Open’s live scores and updates below.

15 minutes prior.

Concerns about injuries are dismissed by Novak Djokovic following a medical timeout.

“I mean, in some of the longer matches during this tournament, it was a little annoying to me. It’s a muscular problem that required examination and treatment.

However, I suppose that the more heavily you participate in tournaments and the more physically taxing your matches are, the more you will, in a way, exacerbate the issue.

However, it wasn’t causing me too much trouble, you know. Therefore, I wouldn’t say it hindered my ability to play my game. I could still move nearly completely. Consequently, it was alright. In all honesty, I wouldn’t pay much attention to it. “”.

01:00 on June 7, 2025, Jamie Braidwood.

An hour ago.

As Jannik Sinner emphasizes the truth of the French Open loss, Novak Djokovic sees the end.

After losing to world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the French Open semifinals, Novak Djokovic left Court Philippe-Chatrier. The 38-year-old stooped to drop his bags before looking around the stadium. Similar to Rafael Nadal’s last exit from Roland Garros in 2024, Djokovic paused to acknowledge the reception he had received. He then paused once more to lightly touch the clay, a private gesture that might have held a secret about his future.

“I’m not sure,” Djokovic remarked, “because this might have been my final match here!”. I was a little more emotional even at the end because of this. However, if this was my final Roland Garros match of my career, it was a fantastic one in terms of the energy and the feedback I received from the audience. “”.

Jannik Sinner emphasizes the reality of losing the French Open, while Novak Djokovic sees the end.

With Sinner advancing to play Carlos Alcaraz in Sunday’s final, Djokovic stated that losing to the Italian could have been his final French Open match.

Jamie Braidwood at 00:01 on June 7, 2025.

an hour ago.

When Novak Djokovic suggests he could have played in his final French Open, Jannik Sinner responds.

First and foremost, we hope it’s not true because I believe he’s essential to tennis. Seeing him in the locker room and then having this energy of everything is so lovely and amazing because he is different from the younger guys and my perspective.

“You know, I watched him practice yesterday or a few days ago. In everything he does, he is extremely accurate. It serves as a real example for all of us.

If that is the case, however, I am glad to be involved because it is also a part of history. You never know, though, because he said “maybe,” so let’s hope that’s not the case. “.

Jamie Braidwood at 00:00 on June 7, 2025.

two hours prior.

US Open and Wimbledon are on Novak Djokovic’s agenda.

Looking ahead to 2026, Djokovic stated that he has no other tournaments on his schedule at the moment, but he does have plans to play in the US Open and Wimbledon.

Right now, I’ll try to follow my plan, which is to play the Grand Slams. My schedule and calendar prioritize those tournaments. Yes, the US Open and Wimbledon are planned.

Right now, that’s all I have to say. Unless something—I don’t know—occurs, I will. But it seems like I want to play in the US Open and Wimbledon. Absolutely, those two. I’m not entirely sure about the others. “.”.

At 22:52 on June 6, 2025, Jamie Braidwood.

two hours prior.

On what Novak Djokovic intends to do after the French Open.

I’m not sure because this might have been my final game here. I ended up being a little more emotional because of this.

“But if this was my career’s final Roland Garros match, it was a great one in terms of the energy and the response I received from the audience.

As far as my career is concerned, I have no idea what the future holds. I will, you know, “keep on keeping on.”.

“At this stage of my career, twelve months is a long time. Yes, I do want to play more. But I’m not sure if I’ll be able to play here again in a year. “”.

6 June 2025 22:36 Jamie Braidwood.

Two hours ago.

Following his loss at the French Open, Novak Djokovic makes a significant retirement suggestion.

As he raised rumors that he is getting close to retirement, Novak Djokovic stated that his loss to World No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the French Open semifinal might have been his last match at Roland Garros.

Sinner managed to win in straight sets, denying the 38-year-old his chance to win a record-breaking 25th grand slam singles title.

As he slowly left the court, Djokovic waved to the audience and expressed his “gratitude” for the encouragement he had received during the defeat.

Though he could not promise that he would play into 2026, the Serbian stated that he wants to compete in the US Open and Wimbledon this season.

There’s more later.

After losing at the French Open, Novak Djokovic makes a significant retirement suggestion.

Djokovic was unable to promise that he would play into 2026.

2025 June 6, Jamie Braidwood, 22:16.

3 hours prior.

First and second.

For the first time since the US Open 2013, the top two players in the world—Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams, and Victoria Azarenka—have advanced to the finals of a single Grand Slam event in both the men’s and women’s singles.

2025 June 6, 22:05 Mike Jones.

three hours prior.

Sinner about playing Carlos Alcaraz in the championship match.

“It doesn’t look good for me against Carlos, but let’s see what I can do,” the Italian continued.

We will see what we can accomplish, and I am glad to be here in the final.

Naturally, I like these times. In my career, these are unique and infrequent occasions.

For me, this is a unique location. I appreciate your kindness toward me during the entire tournament. “.”.

Mike Jones, June 6, 2025, 21:57.

3 hours prior.

Sinner’s victory over Djokovic.

The 23-year-old claimed that playing Novak Djokovic in the Grand Slam semifinals was “special.”.

“First of all, thank you so much for coming and for supporting us, Novak and I,” he said in his on-court interview.

“Playing against Novak in a Grand Slam semifinal was such a unique experience for me.

“I had to step up and play my best tennis because it was so incredible. It demonstrates once more what an inspiration they are to all of us, particularly the younger players.

“He is doing amazing things. For the remainder of the season, I hope the best for him. Being able to watch him play elite tennis is such a blessing.

“He accomplished so much. He is our sport’s greatest player ever. Here, it’s incredible to play against him.

“I tried not to think about this, of course, but you can feel the tension before you’re in court. I made every effort to get myself ready.

“I am really pleased with my performance today. “..”.

6 June 2025 21:54 Mike Jones.

Three hours ago.

Despite Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner emphasizes that the future is near.

Meetings between Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic have been used to gauge his growth from a gifted teenager to the current dominant World No. 1.

For instance, his early losses to the greatest men’s player in history showed the Italian how far he still had to go.

He won his first of three grand slam titles in 2024 after defeating Djokovic in the Australian Open semifinals.

The 23-year-old defeated his older opponent 6-4 7-5 7-6 (7-3) at the French Open, putting him on the verge of even greater greatness.

The future is now, as Jannik Sinner emphasizes, despite Novak Djokovic.

Sinner advanced to Sunday’s final against Carlos Alcaraz by defeating Djokovic in straight sets while maintaining composure under pressure.

At 21:51 on June 6, 2025, Jamie Braidwood.

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