Novak Djokovic one step closer to record breaking title following latest victory

Tennis legend Novak Djokovic is on the cusp of securing a record-breaking 25th grand slam title after defeating Carlos Alcaraz, in a quarter-final classic at the Australian Open on Tuesday, January 21.

Djokovic recovered from a set down to triumph 4-6 6-4 6-3 6-4 in an epic three-hour and 37-minute showdown on Rod Laver Arena.

After having his serve broken late in the first set to go down 4-5, Djokovic took a medical time-out to have his left thigh strapped, the break allowing him to refocus for his charge at Alcaraz for the rest of the match.

After securing the victory in the early hours of Wednesday morning, the former world No.1 hugged coach Andy Murray.

“I just wish this match today was a final,” Djokovic said following the win.

“One of the most epic matches I have played on this court, on any court really.

“If I lost the second set, I don’t know if I would continue playing.

“I felt better and better and managed to play a great couple of games to end out the second set.”

Operation Grand Slam No.25 continues.#AO2025 pic.twitter.com/fg73Q5iGTl

— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 21, 2025

Fans were quick to congratulate Djokovic on his latest win while praising his performance on the court.

Brilliant performance from Novak. What a match.

— Capt. Marchy (@TheMaster_Plan_) January 21, 2025

Congratulations, champ!!! 🏆

Game – Set – Match 🎾

— Tracey (@TraceyLee_07) January 21, 2025

The Greatest Tennis Player of All Time…by far 🎾💪🏻 @DjokerNole

— O l i v e r 🇧🇷 (@soueu_oliver) January 21, 2025

Thank You Novak for being an Inspiration every time you step on the tennis court and off the court as well !

— Mudit 🇮🇳 (@MuditHastir) January 21, 2025

Congrats to Novak – biggest threat to him is eliminated – now only Sinner remains

— Kunal Sen (@kunalsen81284) January 21, 2025

Should Djokovic be able to secure an 11th Australian Open title, it would make him the most successful singles player of all-time.

The 37-year-old currently holds 24 major titles, the same number Margaret Court won during her singles career from 1960 to 1973.

Djokovic will next face German second seed Alexander Zverev, who is aiming to win his first major title, in the semi-finals on Friday, January 24.

If Djokovic can achieve victory over Zverev – which would be his 100th win at the Australian Open – world No.1 Jannik Sinner will be all that stands between him and becoming the undisputed greatest of all-time.

-with AAP.