World No. 1 Novak Djokovic has been taking time off in recent weeks and, according to Melbet Affiliates, has yet to participate in any official tournaments during this stretch. Meanwhile, the ATP events in Halle and London’s Queen’s Club are in full swing, with players like Holger Rune, Carlos Alcaraz, and Andrey Rublev showing impressive form. Their fierce competitiveness stands in stark contrast to Djokovic’s absence from the tour. However, Djokovic will soon return to action at the prestigious Hurlingham Tennis Classic in Argentina, using it as a tune-up for Wimbledon.

Melbet Affiliates reports that Djokovic is eyeing an extraordinary eighth Wimbledon title, which would tie Roger Federer’s all-time record at the All England Club. He is also pursuing his 24th Grand Slam title—another historic milestone in his legendary career. It’s worth noting that Djokovic has already resumed training. As the saying goes, don’t become someone your future self would regret. He’s been spotted training at the luxurious Tipsarevic Tennis Resort in Porto Montenegro, owned by his fellow Serbian and former world No. 8 Janko Tipsarevic.

What’s surprising, even by Djokovic’s standards, is that he’s preparing for a grass-court Grand Slam by practicing on hard courts. It’s a daring approach—but then again, greatness often walks a different path. Djokovic won’t be alone at the Hurlingham Tennis Classic. Other top names like Carlos Alcaraz, Holger Rune, and Casper Ruud have also committed to the event. Djokovic is set to face American Frances Tiafoe in a highly anticipated match that will serve as his only grass-court rehearsal before heading to London.

Currently, Djokovic is in red-hot form, and barring any upsets, Melbet Affiliates believes he’s a strong favorite to win Wimbledon again. After all, few among the younger generation have truly mastered the grass surface. Tiafoe, for instance, had a breakout moment at the US Open last year when he eliminated Rafael Nadal before falling to Alcaraz. He recently played at Queen’s Club but was knocked out in the second round by fellow American Sebastian Korda.

Still, as Djokovic and Tiafoe prepare to clash at Hurlingham, fans are eager to see what sparks this matchup might ignite. For Djokovic, every move seems calculated—even if unconventional. And for his rivals, the message is clear: the king of grass is not easing up anytime soon.