Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz could meet each other in the second round of the 2025 Davis Cup after Serbia and Spain were drawn on the same side of the bracket. The pair have become familiar foes in recent years, facing off in back-to-back Wimbledon finals, as well as several high-profile encounters in different competitions.

In a review of the 2024 ATP season, The Athletic ’s tennis team look back at Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz ’s remastering of men’s tennis; Novak Djokovic ’s best worst year; the rise of Taylor Fritz and the retirement of two legends.

Novak Djokovic is ready to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz at the Grand Slam stage when he returns to action at the Australian Open after an underwhelming campaign this year, the 24-times champion said.