Novak Djokovic marked a historic milestone at Wimbledon on Saturday, securing his 100th victory at the All England Club with a commanding third-round win against compatriot Miomir Kecmanovic. The seven-time champion triumphed 6-3, 6-0, 6-4 in just one hour and 50 minutes, showcasing his relentless dominance on the court.
Djokovic, now 38, expressed his gratitude for the achievement, stating, "Wimbledon is a favorite and a dream tournament for not just myself but the majority of players. Growing up, most kids dream of winning here, and I've been blessed to do that many times. Any history I make in my favorite tournament... I'm blessed."
With this win, Djokovic joins tennis legends Martina Navratilova and Roger Federer as the only players to reach 100 victories at Wimbledon. Federer holds the record with 105 wins. If Djokovic clinches the title this year, he will move closer to Federer's record of eight Wimbledon titles and edge nearer to his ultimate goal of a record 25th Grand Slam victory.
The Serbian star celebrated his milestone with a playful dance, a tradition he shares with his children after each win. During his on-court speech, he even performed the dance with his daughter, who watched from his coaching box.
Djokovic's performance was nothing short of clinical. He faced just one break point throughout the match and delivered a masterclass in serving and returning. A highlight came during a lengthy rally where Djokovic, off balance, fired a stunning backhand winner, earning a standing ovation from the captivated crowd.
Kecmanovic, ranked 49th in the world, struggled to contain Djokovic's relentless play. The second set was particularly one-sided, with Djokovic securing a triple break without allowing Kecmanovic a single game. Although Kecmanovic briefly halted Djokovic's nine-game streak in the third set, it was too little too late.
Djokovic’s only minor stumble came as he attempted to serve out the match, with the crowd playfully urging him to "Don't panic!" after he fell behind 15-30. Despite a momentary break, Djokovic quickly regained control and sealed the victory, sending a clear message to his competitors.
Next, Djokovic will face Australia’s Alex de Minaur in the fourth round. With his sights set on a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title, Djokovic remains a formidable force at Wimbledon, proving that age is no barrier to greatness.
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Djokovic as he continues his quest for history at the All England Club.
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