Novak outlasts Sinner in SF marathon! Final vs Alcaraz!
Novak advanced to his 11th Australian Open final in dramatic fashion, when he overcame two-time defending titlist Jannik Sinner in a marathon semi-final win. The fourth-seed recorded a 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 victory after four hours, nine minutes inside Rod Laver Arena.
Novak through to Australian Open semifinals after Musetti retirement
Novak Djokovic secured a place in the semifinals of the Australian Open in a match that ended in unexpected fashion. Despite Lorenzo Musetti (5) holding a 2–0 lead in sets, the Italian was forced to retire due to injury during the quarterfinal, with Novak leading 3-1 in the third set.
Mensik pulls out, Novak into last eight in Melbourne
Novak advanced to the quarter-finals of the season’s first Grand Slam event without taking the court, after his opponent Jakub Mensik withdrew from the tournament due to injury.
Novak reaches R4 and captures 400th Grand Slam match win!
With a win over Botic van de Zandschulp in R3 of the Australian Open, Novak wrote a new page in tennis history by recording his 400th career win at Grand Slam tournaments. He beat the Dutchman in straight sets 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (4). The match lasted two hours and 44 minutes.
Novak celebrates 100th Australian Open win!
In the first round of the 2026 Australian Open, Novak defeated Pedro Martinez 6-3, 6-2, 6-2. With this win, the Serbian star made history once again, recording his 100th career victory at Melbourne Park.
Novak opens the season at the Australian Open as draw is revealed
The most successful player in Australian Open history will begin his 2026 campaign at Melbourne Park from January 18 to February 1, as he sets his sights on a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title.
Novak retires from semifinal against Zverev due to injury
Novak Djokovic retired from the Australian Open semi-final match with Alexander Zverev due to a left thigh injury, ending his quest for a 25th Grand Slam title.
AUS Open: Novak powers into quarter-final with Alcaraz!
Novak is through to the quarter-finals of the Australian Open with another impressive performance, beating the in-form Jiri Lehecka (CZE, 24) in straight sets 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (4). A blockbuster clash with Carlos Alcaraz (ESP, 3) will take place on Tuesday.
Novak dominates Machac to race into Australian Open last 16
Novak raced to a 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 victory against Czech Tomas Machac to advance to the fourth round at the Australian Open for a 17th time. He will face Jiri Lehecka (CZE, 24) for a place in the quarter-final.
2025 Australian Open: Novak vs Basavareddy in R1
Novak, a record-extending ten-time AO champion, is a seventh seed. He will open the campaign against Nishesh Basavareddy from the USA (ATP no. 133). Djokovic has won 10 of his 24 Grand Slam titles in Melbourne (2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2023).
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