Djokovic has 104 victories at Wimbledon and chases Federer'…
Djokovic crushes Tsitsipas and one of Federer at Wimbledon
The Serbian adds his 104th victory at the All England Club and is close to equaling Roger Federer's all-time record. Tsitsipas, previously top 3, was revealed to the legend.
Novak Djokovic crushed Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 in the second round of Wimbledon to advance to the round of 16. The victory, the Serbian's 104th at the All England Club, leaves him one victory away from equaling Roger Federer's absolute record in the history of the tournament. The difference in level was abysmal.
Tsitsipas, former world number 3, came into the match with a ranking of 87th, while Djokovic, at 39 years old, continues to show that time has not eroded his dominance. The Greek, who lost the final to the Serbian in 2021, did not have the tools to counteract the game of the current number 2 in the ATP ranking. The contrast between the two profiles—Tsitsipas' precocious, explosive talent versus Djokovic's methodical precision and experience—encapsulates the evolution of modern tennis, where long-term consistency trumps peaks of ephemeral performance.
With this result, Djokovic not only adds his 104th victory at Wimbledon, but also redefines the limits of longevity in men's tennis. Federer, with 105 wins on the London grass, holds the record, but Djokovic has achieved something even more difficult: maintaining a level of excellence for two decades, adapting to generations of rivals and changes in the sport. His presence on the court is no longer measured in months or years, but in decades, something that not even Federer himself achieved to his full potential.
The Serbian has his 104th victory at Wimbledon and now focuses on catching up with Federer, who holds the record with 105 wins on the London grass. The Serbian, in search of his 25th Grand Slam, is not only chasing records, but redefining what it means to compete at that age in elite tennis. Djokovic has turned the court into a laboratory of physical and mental resistance, where each match is a master class in efficiency: fewer unforced errors, more points won with a single hit and an ability to read the opponent's game that seems inexhaustible.
Tsitsipas came into the match with a recent history of irregularity: in the last 12 months, he had fallen in the first round of three major grass-court tournaments, including Wimbledon 2023. His loss to Djokovic was not an isolated event, but part of a pattern that reflects the difficulty of sustaining high performance in an era dominated by figures like the Serbian. The Greek, once seen as the future of tennis, now faces pressure to prove he can still compete at the highest level, as Djokovic continues to rack up victories as if the clock is ticking.
The contrast between the two profiles also exposes an uncomfortable reality for modern tennis: explosive talent, while promising, rarely translates into long-term consistency without the structure and mentality of a champion like Djokovic. While Tsitsipas represents the generation of players who grew up watching the Serb dominate, Djokovic embodies the resilience of someone who refuses to give ground, even as new generations try to take his place. After the match, Djokovic avoided referring to Federer's record and focused on his present.
"Every match is a challenge. I don't think about numbers or records. I just want to enjoy and do my best," declared the Serbian.
The contrast with Tsitsipas, who in recent years went from being a figure to a rebuilding player, was evident at every point. The Greek's defeat was not only technical, but also psychological: Djokovic, even at 39 years old, remains that insurmountable wall that separates the contenders from the champions. What's next: Djokovic will face the winner of the duel between Holger Rune and Grigor Dimitrov in the round of 16.
If he overcomes that instance, he will seek to add another victory to reach Federer in Wimbledon history. The path becomes complicated: Rune, current world number 6, and Dimitrov, former top 3, are rivals with experience on grass and ambition to end the Serbian's streak. Read at Marca Tenis
Why this matters
Djokovic not only adds numbers, but rewrites the narrative of modern tennis. His ability to stay on top while chasing historic records — like Federer's at Wimbledon — underscores an era of unprecedented dominance. The beating of Tsitsipas, once a rising star and now in decline, exposes the gap between ephemeral talent and sustained greatness. This match wasn't just a formality: it was a reminder that, at 39, Djokovic remains the standard against which others are measured. His legacy is no longer built with titles, but with the ability to defy the passage of time without losing an ounce of competitiveness. Furthermore, the contrast with Tsitsipas reflects how today's tennis rewards adaptation and mentality, values that Djokovic has perfected like no other in history.
Frequently asked
How many wins does Djokovic have at Wimbledon?
After beating Tsitsipas, Djokovic has 104 wins at the All England Club, one away from equaling Roger Federer's record, who has 105.
What ranking did Tsitsipas have when facing Djokovic?
Tsitsipas came into the match ranked 87th in the ATP rankings, far from his best moment as former world number 3.
How many Grand Slams is Djokovic looking for with this Wimbledon?
Djokovic aspires to add his 25th Grand Slam title in this edition of Wimbledon.
Who is Djokovic's next opponent at Wimbledon?
The winner of the match between Holger Rune and Grigor Dimitrov will be Djokovic's opponent in the round of 16.
How old is Djokovic?
Djokovic is 39 years old and continues to compete at the highest level, something unusual in men's tennis.
What recent track record did Tsitsipas have before facing Djokovic?
In the last 12 months, Tsitsipas had fallen in the first round of three major grass-court tournaments, including Wimbledon 2023.
