At 38, Djokovic still defies time: a new record in sight at the Australian Open

In 2026, the Serb is set to equal a legendary record held by Roger Federer and Feliciano Lopez, proving that he remains an undeniable force on the circuit.

Jules Hypolite

le 13/12/2025 à 14h15

1 min to read

In 2026, Novak Djokovic will continue to break records thanks to his exceptional longevity. At 38 years old, the Serb remains the third force on the circuit, surpassed only by Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner in Grand Slams.

81 Grand Slam appearances

At the Australian Open, Djokovic will make his 81st appearance in the main draw of a Grand Slam, thus equaling the record held by Roger Federer and Feliciano Lopez.

This will also be the 21st time that the former world number one goes to Melbourne, once again joining Roger Federer at the top of this ranking.

Djokovic Novak

3e, 5280 points

Federer Roger

Non classé

Lopez Feliciano

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Does anyone know how to update ur version, because mine is still in 2024.11

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As much as I love watching Alcaraz at his best, I'd love to see Alex taking this, he's such a tryer, and getting married and his humour and humility...

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Favoritism?

Last year: Sinner seed 1, the organizers schedule Alcaraz on day 1, Sinner on day 2.

This year: Alcaraz seed 1, the organizers schedule Alcaraz on day 1, Sinner on day 3.

That means: 7 matches in 15 days for Alcaraz, 7 in 13 days for Sinner; and no rest day for Sinner between quarter and semis, 1 full day rest for Alcaraz.

Also, on the first very hot day, the organizers schedule Sinner...

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