Djokovic is also eagerly anticipating the return of this tennis star: Not Federer - Nadal.

Nole is very much looking forward to the comeback of this once prominent star.

Novak Djokovic recently expressed his excitement regarding rumors about the potential return to competition of former world No. 1 Serena Williams, after the American player completed the necessary procedures to be eligible for a comeback..

Speaking to the media at Indian Wells 2026, Djokovic said he, like many tennis fans, is awaiting official news from Serena. According to the Serbian player, the return of the athlete who has won 23 Grand Slam titles will undoubtedly generate significant excitement in the tennis world.

"I think she might come back.", Djokovic shared. "I haven't spoken directly with Serena, but it seems everyone is thinking that. Which tournament she will return to, whether in singles or doubles, we don't know yet. If I were in her position, I would probably keep everything private as well."

When asked further about which tournament Serena might choose for her comeback, Djokovic suggested that Wimbledon Championships - where both have been crowned champion seven times - could be an ideal stage. However, he also did not rule out the possibility of Serena playing doubles first, potentially even reuniting with her sister Venus Williams.

"That would be fantastic for tennis fans. Serena is one of the greatest athletes in history. It would be wonderful if she returns to competition.", Nole said.

Serena Williams left tennis after the 2022 US Open to focus on her family. Subsequently, she welcomed her second child with her husband, tech entrepreneur Alexis Ohanian.

Although no longer competing, Serena has frequently appeared in the stands to support her sister Venus Williams at major tournaments. Meanwhile, Venus has also repeatedly expressed hope that her sister will soon return to professional tennis.

Speculation about Serena's comeback began to intensify when she re-entered the mandatory doping testing pool of the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) late last year. Rejoining this program requires athletes to provide whereabouts information and submit to random testing for a 6-month period before becoming eligible to compete.

Although she previously denied the possibility of a return at that time, recent signs - including a training video with compatriot Alycia Parks - have led many to believe that "the younger Williams" might be preparing for a notable comeback in the near future.