Novak Djokovic Achieves Historic 100th Win at Australian Open 2026
Djokovic's Remarkable First Round Victory
On January 19, Serbian tennis icon Novak Djokovic, a former World No. 1, marked a significant milestone by winning his first-round match against Pedro Martinez at the Australian Open 2026. Djokovic triumphed in straight sets, 6-3, 6-2, 6-2, completing the match in just two hours. This victory initiates his pursuit of an unprecedented 11th Australian Open title and a record 25th Grand Slam title, showcasing his exceptional skills even at 38 years old.
Concerns Over Injury Resolved
Prior to the tournament, there were doubts regarding Djokovic's participation due to a neck injury sustained during practice. However, his successful exhibition match against Francis Tiafoe at Rod Laver Arena alleviated those concerns.
Historic Achievement at Melbourne Park
With his victory over Martinez, Djokovic etched his name in tennis history by becoming the second player, after Roger Federer, to achieve 100 wins at Melbourne Park. He is now just three wins shy of surpassing Federer's record of 102 victories at this venue. Additionally, Djokovic has become the first player to record 100 match wins at three different Grand Slam tournaments, surpassing Federer's previous record of two.
On the Brink of Grand Slam History
Djokovic's 100 match wins at the Australian Open add to his previous achievements of 100 wins at both the French Open and Wimbledon. He is now just five wins away from reaching the century mark at the US Open, which would make him the first player in history to achieve this feat across all four Grand Slam tournaments.
Fans Celebrate 'Record Breakovic'
Following his milestone victory, Djokovic received an outpouring of support from fans and tennis enthusiasts worldwide. Social media was abuzz with tributes, with many fans dubbing him 'Record Breakovic', 'The GOAT', and 'King of Melbourne', praising his remarkable consistency and longevity in the sport.
Reflections on His Achievement
In his remarks about reaching 100 wins at the Australian Open, Djokovic expressed pride in the milestone while emphasizing his commitment to performing at his best on the court. He stated, "Centurion is pretty nice," and acknowledged that making history serves as a significant motivation as he approaches the later stages of his career.
Next Challenge Ahead
Djokovic is set to continue his quest for an 11th Australian Open title and a 25th Grand Slam title when he faces Italy's Francesco Maestrelli on January 21 at Rod Laver Arena.