Novak Djokovic turned in one of the most impressive ATP seasons ever seen from a 38-year-old.
The Serbian, who holds 24 Grand Slam titles, played only 13 tournaments this year but still made a significant impact.
Djokovic reached the semi-finals at every Grand Slam, a feat matched only by Jannik Sinner this season.
He also added two more titles to his collection with wins in Geneva and Athens, bringing his career total to 101. That leaves him just two shy of Roger Federer’s 103 and eight behind Jimmy Connors’ all-time record of 109.
Even as he nears the end of his career, Djokovic remains a threat on tour, and one stat about his play after winning the first set highlights exactly why he’s still so tough to beat.
Djokovic’s unbeaten streak in 2025 after taking the opening set
Novak Djokovic remains unbeaten in 2025 after winning the first set, holding a perfect record of 30-0.
Neither Carlos Alcaraz nor Jannik Sinner has managed the same consistency, and Djokovic now sits top of the ATP’s Win/Loss Index because of it.
Djokovic began building this streak at the Brisbane Open, where he beat Rinky Hijikata 6-3, 6-3 in his opening match.
The most recent addition to his record came against Yannick Hanfmann at the Athens Open. Looking ahead to next season, Djokovic will be aiming for his 25th Grand Slam singles title – a milestone that would put him clear of Margaret Court as the sport’s all-time leader.
His most recent major came at the 2023 US Open when he defeated Daniil Medvedev in straight sets to claim his fourth title there.
Novak Djokovic’s Geneva Open win
In May, Novak Djokovic captured his 100th ATP Tour title at the Geneva Open. The Serb moved past Marton Fucsovics and Matteo Arnaldi in the early rounds before overcoming Britain’s Cameron Norrie in three sets.
Djokovic then took down Hubert Hurkacz 5-7, 7-6, 7-6 in the final to reach triple digits in ATP titles.
The final proved a tight contest, with Djokovic reflecting on how he managed to turn things around: “I was just trying to hang in there, I don’t know how I broke his serve.
“He probably broke himself in the third when he was 4-3 up, but this is what happens at the highest level. Very few points decide the winner.
“Incredible match, 7-6 in the third with a full stadium, beautiful atmosphere. I’m just grateful to clinch the 100th here.”
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