When fans watched Novak Djokovic crush Robby Ginepri 6–0, 6–0, 6–3 in the first round of the 2005 French Open, could they have recognised what was coming next?
That turned out to be the very first Grand Slam match gain for Djokovic, who received his 369th this sort of match Friday towards Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti 7–5, 6–7 (8), 2–6, 6–3, 6–0. With the acquire, he tied Swiss legend Roger Federer’s record. Rafael Nadal is third with 314.
Musetti did not make it simple on Djokovic, but the 37-12 months-outdated defending winner recovered to choose the remaining two sets. He will enjoy Argentina’s Francisco Cerúndolo Monday morning in the fourth spherical.
Novak is on the brink of record, as soon as once again. pic.twitter.com/Vbtoni5tcb
— US Open up Tennis (@usopen) June 2, 2024
Djokovic’s first match victory in a major came mere times after he turned 18, and took position so very long in the past that he won it even though symbolizing Serbia and Montenegro. Montenegro gained its independence from Serbia a calendar year later on.
Djokovic continues to be in look for of his document 25th key championship.
