Novak Djokovic celebrated a milestone by claiming his 100th ATP title at the Geneva Open, where he staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Hubert Hurkacz. The final score of 5-7, 7-6 (2), 7-6 (2) highlighted Djokovic’s tenacity over a grueling three-hour and five-minute match. “Incredible match,” he remarked, expressing gratitude for the memorable atmosphere and the significant achievement.
With this victory, Djokovic joins an elite group in tennis history, becoming the third male player to reach the 100-title mark, following Jimmy Connors (109 titles) and Roger Federer (103 titles). Notably, he is the first player to achieve this feat over a span of 20 seasons.
The win comes after a challenging period in Djokovic’s career, including recent disappointments at the Monte Carlo Masters and Madrid Open, along with his earlier losses to Jannik Sinner and Jakub Mensik in finals that prevented him from reaching 100 titles sooner. Despite entering the Geneva Open as a wildcard due to his struggles on clay courts, he found his form just in time for this significant win.
As Djokovic heads to the French Open, starting Sunday, he remains focused on maintaining his physical condition for the tournament. He will face Mackenzie McDonald in his first-round match. The quick turnaround means he will need to recover adequately after his demanding final in Geneva.
In related news, Emma Raducanu is striving to overcome her fitness challenges ahead of her first-round match at the French Open after experiencing back spasms in Strasbourg. She is actively managing her recovery through treatment and practice, aiming to be in top shape despite past worries about her injuries.
This week signifies not only a milestone achievement for Djokovic but also a testament to the resilience of athletes like Raducanu, who continue to push through their challenges in pursuit of excellence on the court.