On this day, back on January 27, 2008, tennis legend Novak Djokovic achieved a historic milestone in his professional career as he won his first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open in the Melbourne Park. In a thrilling final showdown, the Serbian ace has faced Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and emerged victorious with a score of 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (7-2).
This blistering win marked the end of a streak of 11 straight major titles held by legendary players with the likes of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, who were ruling the Grand Slams, making the 37-year-old the first-ever Serbian man to win a Grand Slam tournament in the history of the game. Following the same, Djokovic continued his hard-court love affair and added nine more titles to his name in Melbourne Park.
After winning an elite title, 20-year-old Novak Djokovic expressed his elation after the match. This thrilling win not only set the stage for his future successes but also solidified his place among the elite players in tennis history. Over the years, Djokovic has gone on to win a record 24 Grand Slam titles, showcasing his dominance in the sport.
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Novak Djokovic missed the chance of winning his 11th Australian Open title
Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic has recently missed the chance of winning his 11th Australian Open title in the 2025 Australian Open. The Serbian ace sustained a muscle tear in the semifinal game against Alexander Zverev, forcing him to retire from the game. However, Djokovic showcased great passion for the game with resilience when he defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-finals despite sustaining the injuries in the first set of the game. The 37-year-old still strives to add the 25th Grand Slam title of his career despite his 2025 Australian Open shocking exit. It will be interesting to see how Novak molds himself with three more Grand Slams, with the likes of the French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open slated to take place later this year.
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