Novak Djokovic continues to add to his legacy with every match he plays. At the 2025 Australian Open, the 37-year-old has once again demonstrated the skill, resilience, and dominance that have made him one of the sport’s greatest players. With 10 Australian Open titles already under his belt, Djokovic is now just two matches away from claiming an unprecedented 11th crown. His next challenge is a highly anticipated semifinal clash against Alexander Zverev, a match that promises to deliver top-tier tennis. So far, Djokovic has only dropped three sets during the tournament, highlighting his exceptional form.
In his most recent match, Djokovic faced Carlos Alcaraz. Despite a physical setback that caused him to lose the first set, he rallied impressively to win in four sets, 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4. This victory secured Djokovic’s spot in his 50th Grand Slam semifinal, a remarkable feat achieved in 68 appearances. Reflecting on the match, tennis legend Boris Becker praised Djokovic’s extraordinary qualities and resilience on his podcast.
Before the match, Becker admitted he thought Alcaraz was the favorite and noted the Spaniard’s strong start. However, Djokovic’s ability to recover after medical treatment and bring out his best stunned even Becker. The former German champion remarked that at 37, most players struggle with stamina and performance in long matches, but Djokovic defied expectations by growing stronger as the match progressed. He observed that Alcaraz couldn’t maintain Djokovic’s level of intensity, which showcased why the Serbian star is in a league of his own. Becker also emphasized Djokovic’s mental and physical strength as reasons for his record-breaking 24 Grand Slam titles, calling these moments the fuel that keeps Djokovic playing at such a high level.
Becker, who coached Djokovic to six of his Grand Slam victories, has long been an admirer of his former protege. This match against Alcaraz reaffirmed Djokovic’s greatness in Becker’s eyes. He pointed out that few players in the history of the sport possess the unmatched qualities that Djokovic consistently displays.
The conversation around Djokovic’s dominance has sparked widespread debates. Questions like whether anyone can truly challenge him, the authenticity of his medical timeouts, and his place in tennis history have become hot topics. Many believe Djokovic’s longevity and dominance solidify his position as the greatest player of all time.
In preparation for the semifinals, Djokovic has remained confident and focused. His rivalry with Alexander Zverev has seen 12 encounters so far, with Djokovic leading 8-4 in their head-to-head record. Ahead of this clash, an older ATP interview with Djokovic resurfaced, where Zverev humorously asked if the Serb would let him win a Slam. Djokovic, ever the competitor, jokingly replied that he still has plenty of winning left to do and that his opponents would have to deal with his presence for years to come.
As the semifinal approaches, tennis fans eagerly await to see if Djokovic can continue his dominance and secure another place in the GrandSlam final.