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The 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic, chasing an unprecedented 25th major crown at Roland Garros, has secured a remarkable landmark with his latest triumph in Paris. Despite a challenging 2025 season where he arrived without a single ATP tour title until last month, Djokovic shifted momentum dramatically by capturing his 100th tour-level singles championship at the Geneva Open.
Carrying that winning form into the French Open, the Serbian maestro has now navigated his way into the quarterfinals. Awaiting him on Wednesday is a formidable challenge: a showdown against World No. 3 Alexander Zverev.
While the French Open stands as Djokovic's least successful major in terms of titles claimed (holding three, compared to ten Australian Opens, seven Wimbledons, and four US Opens), his commanding fourth-round dismissal of Cameron Norrie delivered an extraordinary accomplishment. This particular victory etched his name into the record books for a feat he hasn't yet replicated at any of the other three Grand Slam tournaments, adding another layer to his legendary status.
Novak Djokovic enters elite territory at Roland Garros
Novak Djokovic's dominant performance against Cameron Norrie – a comprehensive 6-2, 6-3, 6-2 victory – wasn't just about booking a 19th French Open quarterfinal berth or extending his flawless record against the Brit. It represented a monumental statistical achievement, solidifying his place among the absolute legends of the clay-court major.
With this win, Djokovic secured his 100th career match victory at the French Open. This milestone is uniquely significant within his unparalleled Grand Slam journey. Astonishingly, despite his overwhelming success elsewhere, this century of wins at a single major remains exclusive to Roland Garros within Novak Djokovic's own career. He has not yet reached the 100-win mark at the Australian Open, Wimbledon, or the US Open.
The Australian Open is the closest, where he stands just one triumph away from joining the 100-win club. Wimbledon requires five more victories, while the US Open remains the most distant, needing ten additional wins to hit the century. This context underscores the sheer difficulty and longevity required to achieve 100 wins at one specific Slam, even for a player of Djokovic's calibre.
Djokovic now stands alongside only two other men in tennis history to have conquered this pinnacle at a single major tournament: his great rivals, the recently retired Rafael Nadal (who achieved it at the French Open) and Roger Federer (who accomplished it at both Wimbledon and the Australian Open). Entering this rarefied air speaks volumes about Djokovic's sustained excellence and adaptability on the demanding Parisian clay over many seasons.
Speaking after this landmark win, Novak Djokovic acknowledged the achievement but swiftly shifted focus to the immediate challenge ahead. “It’s a good number, a happy number for me, but the 101st victory is the most important for me now,” he stated pragmatically.
Reflecting on his relationship with the storied Philippe-Chatrier court, he added, “I’m happy to add to the history of this court which has given me so much and I would like to hope there will be another victory for me in a couple of days.”
His confidence appears to be growing with each round. “I feel good, I expect each day to play better and better," Djokovic remarked. “I’ve played 12 really good, solid sets so far and everything is looking good.”
This historic 100th win at Roland Garros is a testament to Novak Djokovic's enduring greatness, yet for the relentless Serb, it serves merely as a stepping stone towards the ultimate prize: Grand Slam title number twenty-five. The quest for victory number 101 against Zverev is now his sole focus.
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