For Novak Djokovic, the story is far from over. The ink of history is still wet as he relentlessly pursues the twin peaks of a 100th title and a record-shattering 25th Grand Slam. But so far, his 2025 season hasn’t revealed the conclusion of either one. Although he made it close, reaching the semis at the Australian Open and the finals at the Miami Open, he faced the brunt of setbacks in the first-round exits in his other tournaments and, more recently, the Monte Carlo Masters. But Boris Becker looks beyond this at the sparkling trophy case Novak owns.

The same eye infection followed Djokovic to Monaco, where he nearly withdrew from the Monte Carlo Masters due to swelling. Without coach Andy Murray, for whom his brother Marko stepped in, Djokovic pushed through but suffered another setback. He lost to Alejandro Tabilo, marking his second defeat to the Chilean since Rome last year.

Critics were quick to question his form. However, an X user shared an image of Djokovic lounging before a grand trophy case, showcasing his Grand Slam victories and titles. They tagged all the pros and critics of the past and present, including Boris Becker, writing: “[Translated from Spanish] DJOKOVIC has nothing to prove.” The German legend himself couldn’t help but reply, “That’s what we call…good portfolio.”

Indeed, Djokovic’s achievements speak for themselves. At just 19 years old, he claimed his first ATP title at the 2006 Dutch Open in Amersfoort, followed by his maiden Grand Slam win at the 2008 Australian Open at age 20. Not to forget that Becker guided him to a few from December 2013 to December 2016. During this time, Djokovic won six Grand Slam titles, including two Wimbledon titles, two Australian Open titles, the US Open in 2015, and the French Open in 2016, completing his career Grand Slam. Additionally, Djokovic secured 14 Masters 1000 titles under Becker’s guidance.

His career win-loss record currently stands at an extraordinary 1,136–227, solidifying his legacy. Despite setbacks this season, Djokovic’s past caliber inspires hope for a turnaround. Given his past caliber and record, like Becker, there are a few who still believe he can pull it off. Like, Andy Roddick!

The former pro believes in Novak Djokovic for turning his season around

Monte Carlo has never been Novak Djokovic’s strongest hunting ground, and the stats back it up. Speaking to Tennis Channel, the TC Live crew noted, “When he won at the French Open 2016, 2021, and 2023, he didn’t play great in Monte Carlo as well. He lost in the second round in 2016, a couple of Round of 16s.” Comparing this to his current ongoing winless streak, Andy Roddick was asked if this was normal.

The former World No. 1 replied confidently, “Yeah, it should be viewed as normal. I don’t think the base level for Novak, for a successful year, is two majors anymore.” Compared to his other titles, he has only won in Monaco twice, which Roddick attributes to Djokovic’s priorities. “I don’t know if we would have seen Novak here in this tournament, frankly or in the last couple of years if he didn’t live up the street. I think this is paid practice for him,” Roddick explained.

Living in Monaco since 2000 gives Djokovic a rare advantage—reduced travel time and the comfort of home during the clay season. As Roddick pointed out, “He’s going to reset the next Monday come, he’s still going to be in Monte Carlo, training to get ready for the clay court season.” History shows that early losses at Monte Carlo haven’t stopped Djokovic from dominating later on clay.

In 2016, after a first-round exit there, he won Madrid and reached the Italian Open final before clinching his first French Open title. Similarly, in 2021, he overcame a round-of-16 loss to Dan Evans and went on to win Roland Garros against Stefanos Tsitsipas. By 2023, despite early losses at Monte Carlo and other events, Djokovic once again lifted the French Open trophy. Could this pattern repeat in 2025?

Roddick seems optimistic: “So, I don’t put a ton of stock in this, maybe there’s a little bit of a match-up issue but if Novak gets a good run of three or four weeks into the French Open, even lost to Tabilo twice, I know who I’d be taking in this matchup three out of five sets.”

Now heading into the Madrid Open next, will Novak turn his season around? We’d love to know what you think!