Novak Djokovic began his hunt for a 25th Grand Slam by defeating Pedro Martinez in the first round of the Australian Open. The Serbian dropped just seven games against the Spaniard to set up a second round tie against Francesco Maestrelli.

Last year, Novak Djokovic’s pursuit of a 25th Grand Slam at the Australian Open ended in heartbreak, a semifinal retirement against Alexander Zverev after a muscle tear. Since then, he has reached three more Slam semifinals,

Novak Djokovic drops just five points on serve in 6-3 6-2 6-2 straight-sets dismantling of Pedro Martinez to kick off his 2026 Australian Open campaign; Watch the ATP and WTA Tours live on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+,

Novak Djokovic has equaled two all-time tennis records by starting his 21st Australian Open. He added another milestone Monday night with his 100th win at Melbourne Park.

That blazing start set the tone for a straightforward night inside Rod Laver Arena as Djokovic began his 22nd grand slam season with an effortless 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 win over Spain’s Pedro Martínez. It was also the Serb’s 100th win at the Australian Open, a feat he has also achieved at Wimbledon and Roland Garros.

Novak Djokovic has jokingly accused Carlos Alcaraz of stealing his serve motion as the pair gear up for a deep run at the Australian Open. Djokovic is searching for his record-extending 25th Grand Slam title, having reached all four major semi-finals last year.

The "centurion" impressed Justine Henin with his flawless performance, especially after being away from the court for over two months. For the Belgian, the Serb's performance stood as a reminder of why Novak continues to command respect across the sport.

Novak Djokovic marked his 100th Australian Open win by beating Pedro Martinez, becoming the first player with 100 match victories at three Grand Slams, surpassing Roger Federer as he chases a record 25th Major.

Novak Djokovic secured a comfortable straight-sets victory against Pedro Martinez to progress to the second round of the Australian Open for the 19th time in his glittering career

Novak Djokovic hadn’t even picked up his racket before he made tennis history at the Australian Open on Monday. And he eventually went on to set an all-time record in the sport by beating