Novak Djokovic has reached another historic milestone at the Australian Open, recording his 100th career win at the tournament with a commanding straight-sets victory over Spain’s Pedro Martinez.
The Serbian star, currently ranked world number four, delivered a dominant performance to win 6-3, 6-2, 6-2, showing why he remains one of the greatest players in tennis history. The match lasted just under two hours and highlighted Djokovic’s outstanding serving and control from the baseline.
A Near-Perfect Serving Performance
Novak Djokovic was almost untouchable on serve throughout the match. He dropped only five points on serve, won 93% of first-serve points, and struck 14 aces, closing the contest with an ace. He also recorded multiple service games without losing a single point, underlining his complete control.
His first-serve accuracy stayed high at around 77%, allowing him to dictate play and keep Martinez under constant pressure. The Spaniard struggled to find any rhythm as Djokovic limited errors and maintained relentless consistency.
Joining an Elite Club of Records
With this win, Novak Djokovic becomes just the second man in history to reach 100 victories at the Australian Open. He has already achieved the same feat at Wimbledon (102 wins) and Roland Garros (101 wins), further strengthening his status as the most successful men’s Grand Slam player.
The 38-year-old is now chasing a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam singles title, which would move him clear of all rivals in men’s tennis history.
Djokovic Focused on the Bigger Goal
Despite the historic achievement, Djokovic played down the significance of the record, saying his focus remains firmly on winning the tournament.
He explained that starting a Grand Slam strongly is important for confidence and sending a message to competitors, but added that recovery and preparation are now his main priorities as the event progresses.
Djokovic also reflected briefly on his long career, crediting early guidance for helping him manage his body and mindset to stay competitive deep into his late 30s.
What’s Next for Djokovic?
Djokovic will face Italian qualifier Francesco Maestrelli in the second round as he continues his campaign in Melbourne. With his fitness, experience, and form on display, he is once again considered one of the leading contenders for the title.
As the tournament unfolds, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see whether Djokovic can turn this milestone win into yet another Australian Open championship.
