Melbourne, Feb. 1 -- After facing defeat against Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open 2026 final on Sunday, Djokovic gave a cryptic response about his future plans.

The 22-year old Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in a gripping four-set final by 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5, a contest that lasted three hours and two minutes. With the win, the Spaniard clinched his maiden Australian Open title.

After the defeat, Novak Djokovic described his journey as memorable and expressed heartfelt gratitude to Australian Open fans for their support, calling it unlike anything he had experienced in Melbourne.

"God knows what happens tomorrow, let alone in six months or 12 months...it has been a great ride. I love you guys. In the end, you guys [Australian Open...