Djokovic’s 100th Wimbledon Win Shakes Up the Tennis Record Books
When Novak Djokovic walked onto Wimbledon’s grass this year, he wasn’t just defending his legacy—he was chasing history. In a decisive match against fellow Serbian Miomir Kecmanović, Djokovic stormed into the third round with a commanding 6-3, 6-0, 6-4 victory. That win wasn’t just another day at the office. It was his 100th Wimbledon victory, a milestone only Roger Federer had reached before on these iconic courts.
The All England Lawn Tennis Club knows the names of its giants. But only Federer (with 105 victories) and now Djokovic stand in a league of their own, racking up triple-digit wins at this Grand Slam. What makes Djokovic’s feat even more remarkable? He’s now the second player in the Open Era, after Federer, to collect at least 100 match wins at two different Grand Slams—Roland Garros and Wimbledon. That’s a small, very exclusive club to belong to, showing not just dominance, but endurance across different surfaces and eras of rivals.
It’s hard to believe that 20 years ago, a teenage Djokovic was making his Wimbledon main-draw debut. Since then, he’s transformed into a seven-time Wimbledon champion, staying right up there with the sport’s best. His career longevity sets him apart—few can match the wear and tear, mentally or physically, of top-level tennis for two decades. But Djokovic’s third-round win wasn’t just a victory for the history books—it also paved his road to new battles, setting up a clash with speedy Australian Alex de Minaur, the 11th seed.
Federer Returns, Records Fall, and a New Chapter Unfolds
Federer himself watched from the stands as Djokovic squared off against de Minaur in a much-anticipated fourth-round duel. The match started with drama—Djokovic lost the first set 1-6, sending anxious ripples through Centre Court. But then, true to his reputation, the Serbian clawed back, steady and relentless, reeling off three straight 6-4 sets. Win number 101 at Wimbledon secured his spot in his 16th quarter-final at the tournament—edging ever closer to Federer’s all-time mark of 105 wins at the event.
Djokovic’s ongoing pursuit at this year’s Wimbledon could see him match Federer’s record haul of eight Wimbledon titles. That would be a massive headline. But he’s also aiming for an even bigger number: a record-extending 25th Grand Slam singles title, something no male player has ever achieved in tennis history.
What’s kept Djokovic going for so long? Gratitude and perspective, he says. After his win, Djokovic reflected on what tennis has brought him—globetrotting adventures, fierce rivalries, and the drive to keep breaking new ground even as younger stars like Jannik Sinner eye the throne. And with Sinner waiting in the semi-final wings, the journey is far from over.
At an age when most stars have faded, Djokovic is slicing through the Wimbledon draw with the same grit and hunger that marked his early days. His path isn’t just rewriting records—it’s forcing fans, old and new, to rethink how greatness is measured on grass. As the tournament hurtles to its finale, everybody’s asking: How far can this run go?
