Novak Djokovic's Net Worth and Career Earnings
Novak Djokovic is a Serbian professional tennis player who has a net worth of $240 million. Novak Djokovic is widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players in history. Turning professional in 2003, Djokovic has amassed a record 24 Grand Slam singles titles, surpassing legends Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. His Grand Slam victories include 10 Australian Opens, 7 Wimbledons, 3 US Opens, and 4 French Opens, making him the only man to win each major at least three times.
Beyond the Grand Slams, Djokovic has achieved numerous milestones. He has held the world No. 1 ranking for a record 428 weeks and has finished as the year-end No. 1 on seven occasions. In 2024, he secured his first Olympic gold medal at the Paris Games, completing a Career Golden Slam—winning all four majors and Olympic gold—a feat accomplished by only a select few in tennis history.
Djokovic's career is also marked by his resilience and adaptability. In 2024, he overcame a right knee injury that forced him to withdraw from the French Open, yet he returned to reach the Wimbledon final and clinched the Geneva Open title in 2025, marking his 100th ATP singles title.
Off the court, Djokovic is known for his philanthropic efforts, including the Novak Djokovic Foundation, which focuses on early childhood education. His career, while illustrious, has not been without controversy, notably his stance on COVID-19 vaccinations, which led to his deportation from Australia in 2022.
Career Earnings
Novak Djokovic has consistently redefined the earning potential of a professional tennis player. In 2011, he became the first player to earn over $12 million in a single season, setting a new benchmark for annual prize money. He has since shattered that mark multiple times. When Djokovic won Wimbledon in 2019, his total career earnings reached $133 million, surpassing Roger Federer's previous record of $124 million.
Djokovic crossed the $150 million mark in July 2021 after winning Wimbledon again. In June 2023, his victory at the French Open pushed his career on-court earnings past $170 million. By July 2024, despite falling short in the Wimbledon final, his total on-court prize money topped $184 million. With several deep runs in major tournaments and ATP events throughout 2025, Djokovic is expected to become the first tennis player to surpass $200 million in career prize money—a record unlikely to be broken anytime soon.
Endorsements
Throughout his career, Novak Djokovic has been one of the most marketable athletes in the world, despite a few surprising sponsorship twists. Early on, he was signed with Adidas, but the company dropped him in 2009 in favor of Andy Murray. Ironically, Djokovic would go on to win more than 20 Grand Slam titles after being dropped, while Murray captured just two before moving to Under Armour.
In 2012, Djokovic signed a five-year deal with Uniqlo reportedly worth €8 million per year. During that time, he became a global face of tennis, and his dominance translated into further brand deals with companies like Mercedes-Benz, Seiko, and Head. In 2017, he transitioned from Uniqlo to Lacoste, a partnership that continues to this day, with Djokovic serving as the brand's global ambassador and centerpiece of its athletic apparel division.
Between June 2017 and June 2018, Djokovic earned $24 million from salary and endorsements. His income jumped to $50 million between 2018 and 2019, followed by $45 million the following year. Even during seasons impacted by injuries or global disruptions, Djokovic has remained one of the top five highest-paid tennis players in the world.
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Early Life
Novak Djokovic was born on May 22nd, 1987, in Belgrade, Serbia. He was raised alongside two brothers. His father, Srdjan, was a former professional skier who ran a pizzeria and a sports goods business, while his mother, Dijana, helped manage the family's ventures. Novak first picked up a tennis racket at the age of four and quickly showed exceptional promise.
At age six, he was discovered by Serbian tennis legend Jelena Genčić, who described young Novak as "the greatest talent I have seen since Monica Seles." Genčić coached him for six years, laying a foundation of discipline, focus, and technical skill. Recognizing that he had outgrown local training options, Genčić helped arrange for Djokovic to attend Nikola Pilić's prestigious tennis academy in Germany. From age 12 to 16, Djokovic trained at the academy, balancing intense athletic development with a budding junior tennis career that positioned him as one of Europe's top prospects.
Professional Career
Novak Djokovic turned pro in 2003, but he didn't make his first Grand Slam appearance until 2005 after qualifying for the Australian Open. That year, he also performed well at Wimbledon and the US Open. By 2006, he had reached the top 40 of the world rankings. That year, he won his first ATP title at the Dutch Open. A further win at the Moselle Open put Djokovic in the top 20.
In 2007, Djokovic broke into the top ten for the first time. That year, he stunned tennis fans by beating Andy Roddick, Nadal, and Federer to win the Rogers Cup. At the time, those were the top three-ranked players in the world. In 2008, he won his first major title with a victory at the Australian Open. To finish off the year, Djokovic won an Olympic Bronze medal and his first Tennis Masters Cup title.
In 2009, Novak Djokovic consolidated his position as the third-ranked tennis player in the world after reaching ten finals and winning five titles. 2010 was another successful year for Djokovic, and by 2011, he had claimed the number-one spot on the world rankings for the first time. That year, he won a total of ten tournaments, including the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. Although a back injury led to a disappointing end to the season, various commentators called Djokovic's accomplishments that year one of the most impressive achievements in sporting history.
Djokovic came back strong in 2012, winning the Australian Open once again. After another impressive season, he finished the year by beating Nadal at the 2012 ATP World Tour Finals. Once again, he finished the year in the top spot. 2013 saw Djokovic win the Australian Open once again, although he would eventually concede the number one ranking to Nadal in 2014. That year, a wrist injury hampered his success, but he returned to beat Nadal at Wimbledon to reclaim the number one world ranking.
Djokovic's accomplishments in 2015 contributed to what many consider to be one of the greatest tennis seasons of all time. In addition to winning a vast number of titles, Djokovic produced a rare victory over Nadal at the French Open. In 2016, his lead in points over his rivals was becoming almost unassailable. That year, he won all four major tournaments, completing what the media called the "Nole Slam." That being said, various defeats that year had Djokovic finishing with a second-place ranking.
Djokovic's 2017 season marked a rare dip in his otherwise stellar career. He suffered a surprising early exit at the Australian Open, losing to Denis Istomin, a player ranked outside the top 100. Struggling with form and persistent elbow pain, Djokovic made a bold decision mid-season to part ways with his entire coaching team, including longtime mentor Marian Vajda. He brought on tennis legend Andre Agassi in an effort to reset his approach. However, his elbow injury worsened, forcing him to end his season prematurely.
In early 2018, Djokovic underwent elbow surgery and faced a slow, uncertain comeback. After some early setbacks, he reconnected with Vajda and gradually returned to form. That summer, he made history by becoming the first man to complete the career Golden Masters by claiming the Cincinnati title. He capped off the year with victories at Wimbledon and the US Open and reclaimed the world No. 1 ranking.
In 2019, Djokovic remained dominant, winning both the Australian Open and a legendary Wimbledon final against Roger Federer, which is widely regarded as one of the greatest matches in tennis history. These victories helped solidify his place among the all-time greats and set the stage for another dominant run in the years that followed.
Djokovic's dominance continued into the 2020s, despite the global disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. He won the Australian Open in both 2020 and 2021, extending his reign in Melbourne. The 2021 season was especially historic—Djokovic won the Australian Open, French Open, and Wimbledon, entering the US Open with the rare chance to complete a calendar-year Grand Slam. He ultimately fell short in the final, losing to Daniil Medvedev, but his run further cemented his legendary status.
In 2022, he captured a seventh Wimbledon title, bringing his total Grand Slam count to 21. His vaccination status, however, made headlines and led to his exclusion from several tournaments that year, including the Australian and US Opens.
Djokovic rebounded with a spectacular 2023. He won three of the four Grand Slam tournaments—the Australian Open, French Open, and US Open—bringing his Grand Slam total to a record-breaking 24, the most in men's tennis history. He also secured the year-end No. 1 ranking once again and further extended his record for most weeks ranked No. 1.
In 2024, at age 37, Djokovic achieved a lifelong dream by winning Olympic gold at the Paris Games, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in the final. The win completed his Career Golden Slam—all four majors plus Olympic gold—and placed him in a category occupied by only a handful of players in tennis history.
In 2025, he reached another milestone by winning the Geneva Open, becoming just the third man in history to earn 100 ATP singles titles. He also reached his 19th French Open quarterfinal and secured his 100th match win at Roland Garros, both all-time records.
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Playing Style
Novak Djokovic is considered one of the most "complete" players in tennis, with no real weak points in his game. He is known for his ability to return serves, and he is rarely aced. In addition, the agile Djokovic has received praise for his impressive mobility around the court. Above all else, Djokovic wins matches by turning defense into offense.
Personal Life
Novak Djokovic met his wife, Jelena Ristić, in high school. He later started dating her in 2005. The couple was married in 2014, and that year they had their first child. They later had another child in 2017. He is also friends with Ana Ivanovic, a Serbian tennis player who he has known since childhood. Outside of tennis, Djokovic is an avid soccer fan. He is also known to meditate for up to an hour per day and is a member of the Serbian Orthodox Church.