Novak Djokovic, one of tennis’s all-time greats, has continually defied expectations and set new records throughout his career. From becoming the oldest World No. 1 player to having the best win-loss record in men’s tennis history, here are 20 remarkable facts and statistics about the Serbian tennis star.
1. Oldest No. 1 Player
On April 8, 2024, Djokovic broke the record for the oldest No. 1 ATP player, surpassing Roger Federer at 36 years and 321 days.
2. Net Worth Over $250 Million
Djokovic has earned over $250 million in his career, including over $165 million in prize money, particularly from his 2023 French Open victory.
3. Born in Serbia
Born on May 22, 1987, in Belgrade, Serbia (then Yugoslavia), Djokovic has emerged as one of the best tennis players in history and is the No. 1 ATP player in 2024.
4. 24 Grand Slam Singles Titles
With a record 24 Grand Slam singles titles, including 10 Australian Open wins, Djokovic has redefined tennis excellence.
5. Started Playing Tennis at Age 4
Djokovic began his tennis journey at four and rose to prominence as Europe’s top 14-and-under and 16-and-under player.
6. Top 100 ATP Player at 18
At just 18, Djokovic entered the ATP Top 100 rankings and soon became a fixture in the world’s top tennis tournaments.
7. First Grand Slam Title in 2008
Djokovic won his first Grand Slam, the 2008 Australian Open, becoming the first Serbian man to win a major singles title.
8. Led Serbia to Davis Cup Glory
In 2010, Djokovic led the Serbian team to their first Davis Cup victory, marking the beginning of his 43-match winning streak.
9. Record 43-Game Winning Streak
Djokovic set the third-longest winning streak in ATP history with 43 consecutive wins in 2010.
10. Biggest Rival: Rafael Nadal
With 59 encounters, Djokovic’s rivalry with Nadal is one of the most thrilling in tennis, with Djokovic holding a slight edge at 30-29.
11. 50 Matches Against Roger Federer
Djokovic has faced Federer 50 times, winning 27 of those encounters, including a significant 13-6 record in finals.
12. Record 10 Australian Open Titles
Djokovic’s 10 Australian Open titles are the most by any player in men’s tennis, contributing to his unparalleled 24 Grand Slam haul.
13. Only Player to Hold All Four Majors Simultaneously
Djokovic is the only player in men’s tennis history to be the reigning champion of all four Grand Slam events at once, having achieved this feat three times.
14. Part of the ‘Big Three’
By 2010, Djokovic, alongside Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, formed the legendary ‘Big Three’ in men’s tennis.
15. No. 1 for the First Time in 2011
2011 marked the year Djokovic became the World No. 1 for the first time, a position he would dominate for the next decade.
16. 15 Consecutive Finals in 2011
In 2011, Djokovic set a season record with 15 consecutive finals appearances, winning an astonishing 10 major titles.
17. ATP Points Record in 2016
At the 2016 French Open, Djokovic set a new record for the most ATP points in a single season, amassing 16,950.
18. 370 Grand Slam Match Wins
In 2024, Djokovic surpassed all other players to become the player with the most Grand Slam match victories, reaching 370 wins.
19. 1,100 Career Wins
Djokovic achieved his 1,100th career win at the 2024 Geneva Open, ranking him third behind Federer and Jimmy Connors for career wins.
20. Best Win-Loss Record
With an 83.46% win rate, Djokovic boasts the best win-loss record in men’s tennis, surpassing other legends like Nadal and Borg.
Through his unparalleled achievements, Novak Djokovic continues to shape the history of tennis, setting standards for future generations.
