Novak Djokovic celebrates after beating Spain's Pedro Martinez in the first round of the 2026 Australian Open. AP
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Djokovic Makes History: First Man with 100+ Wins at Three Grand Slams

  • Novak Djokovic began his Australian Open 2026 campaign with a straight-sets win against Pedro Martinez (6-3 6-2 6-2).
  • This victory marked Djokovic's 100th win at Melbourne Park, where he has won the Australian Open a record 10 times.
  • Djokovic became the first man to achieve 100 or more wins at three different Grand Slams: Australian Open (hard court), Wimbledon (grass), and French Open (clay).
  • He has now made 21 appearances at the Australian Open, equalling Roger Federer's record, and 81 Grand Slam appearances, matching Federer and Feliciano Lopez.
  • Djokovic will face Italy's Francesco Maestrelli in the second round as he eyes a record 25th Grand Slam title.

Why It Matters: Novak Djokovic achieved a unique Grand Slam record with his 100th Australian Open win, eyeing his 25th major title.

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