- Novak Djokovic secures his 100th main-draw win at Wimbledon in straight sets.
- Defeats fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanović: 6-3, 6-0, 6-4 in just under two hours.
- Faces Alex de Minaur next in the round of 16; possible semifinal clash with Jannik Sinner looms.
- Becomes only the third player to record 100 Wimbledon match wins.
Novak Djokovic reached a historic career milestone on Saturday at Wimbledon 2025, claiming his 100th main-draw victory at the All England Club with a clinical win over fellow Serbian Miomir Kecmanović. The 7-time Wimbledon champion cruised to a 6-3, 6-0, 6-4 triumph in the third round.
His latest victory places him among an elite trio of players to have achieved 100 wins at SW19, joining tennis legends Roger Federer and Martina Navratilova. Djokovic now holds a tournament record of 100 wins to 12 losses.
Dominance on Display at 38
The match was one-way traffic for Djokovic, who recorded his first 6-0 set of the 2025 Grand Slam season and required just one hour and 47 minutes to seal the win. A moment of pure athleticism in the first set — a diving backhand at deuce while leading 4-3 — brought Centre Court to its feet.
“It felt like ecstasy in that moment,” Djokovic told reporters. “It was important for the momentum and I was super happy to win that point.”
In his 20th appearance at Wimbledon, Djokovic continues to defy age and expectation with a performance that mixed precision, agility, and flair on the grass court.
Looking Ahead: De Minaur Then Sinner?
Next up in Djokovic’s path is 11th-seeded Alex de Minaur of Australia, a speedy baseliner known for his grass-court resilience. The two were scheduled to meet last year at Wimbledon, but de Minaur withdrew due to injury before their quarterfinal clash.
“He’s a tough opponent on grass — quick, smart, and very complete,” Djokovic said of the Australian. “It’ll be a great test.”
Should he win, Djokovic could face world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the semifinals — a marquee showdown already generating buzz in the tennis world.
A Legend Still Writing His Story
With 24 Grand Slam singles titles, a Golden Slam that includes the long-awaited Olympic gold medal from Paris 2024, and a record-breaking reign at world No.1, Djokovic’s place in tennis history is unmatched.
Born in 1987 in Serbia, Djokovic’s career began with humble roots — a childhood shaped by war and sacrifice. He turned pro at 15, won his first ATP title in 2006, and has since dominated the sport alongside rivals Federer and Nadal for over a decade.
Among his historic accomplishments: the career Grand Slam, all 9 Masters 1000 titles, and leading Serbia to its first Davis Cup title. His Wimbledon century adds another layer to a legacy still growing in 2025.
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