Novak Djokovic’s Eye Issue Sparks Buzz Ahead of Miami Open Final

Ahead of his highly anticipated Miami Open final against Jakub Mensik, Novak Djokovic sparked widespread speculation on social media after being spotted with a swollen right eye during practice.

However, sources from Sky Sports Tennis quickly downplayed any concerns, confirming that Djokovic was dealing with a stye—a common bacterial infection of the eyelid—rather than a serious injury. While a stye can cause discomfort and temporary vision issues, Djokovic’s camp assured that it wouldn’t impact his performance on court.

Battling More Than Just Opponents

This is the latest in a string of physical challenges for the 24-time Grand Slam champion. In recent years, Djokovic has been forced to withdraw from the 2024 French Open and the 2025 Australian Open while in title contention. As his legendary career continues, he acknowledges that keeping up with the sport’s demands has become as difficult as facing his toughest rivals.

“Things aren’t the same as they were 10 or 15 years ago,” Djokovic admitted last month. “I still take care of my body daily, but it’s more challenging now. My game won’t change drastically, but I’ll keep adjusting depending on the surface and circumstances.”

Djokovic and Murray: A New Partnership

Despite these challenges, Djokovic has found renewed motivation in his coaching partnership with former rival Andy Murray. The two tennis icons have transitioned from fierce competitors to a dynamic player-coach duo.

“I’m enjoying the relationship with Andy,” Djokovic shared. “We’re still learning to work together in this new way, but I think we had a great run in Australia. I played some of my best tennis since the Olympics, and I credit a lot of that to my work with Andy.”

As Djokovic continues to fight through physical hurdles, his ability to adapt and push forward remains a testament to his GOAT status.