Novak Djokovic’s Record-Breaking Achievement
Novak Djokovic has reached the quarterfinal stage of the French Open for a record-breaking 19th time after an impressive performance against Britain’s Cameron Norrie on Monday. The Serbian tennis icon delivered a commanding performance on Court Philippe Chatrier, defeating Norrie decisively in straight sets with a score of 6-2, 6-3, 6-2.
Historic Milestone
In doing so, Djokovic made history by achieving his 100th match victory at Roland-Garros, a milestone that places him in an exclusive group alongside Rafael Nadal, who has won the tournament 14 times and holds a remarkable 112-4 win-loss record at the event, earning him the title of the “King of Clay.”
Djokovic’s record at this Grand Slam now stands at 100 wins against 16 losses, with three championships to his name. After this momentous victory, the French Open took to social media to celebrate Djokovic’s achievement, declaring, “Welcome to the 100 match wins at Roland-Garros club,” while sharing a digitally altered image that featured both Djokovic and Nadal together.
Looking Ahead
Additionally, the tournament further acknowledged Djokovic’s accomplishment, stating that he has reached a “new (legendary) level” in his career. As he moves forward, Djokovic faces a challenging matchup in the quarterfinals against Alexander Zverev, who is currently ranked third in the world.
Historically, Djokovic holds a slight edge in their rivalry, with an 8-5 lead in their previous encounters. As the tournament progresses, fans are keen to see if Djokovic can enhance his record further in the prestigious event.
This report originated from Athlon Sports, where it was initially published on June 2, 2025.
