Novak Djokovic showcased his exceptional skills at Melbourne Park, achieving his 100th victory at the Australian Open with a commanding straight-sets triumph over Spain’s Pedro Martinez. The world number four exhibited an impressive serving performance, allowing him to dominate the match, which concluded with scores of 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 in just over two hours.
Djokovic’s serving was remarkable as he dropped only five points throughout the entire match, winning an incredible 93 percent of his first serve points. He also achieved eight holds to love, illustrating his complete control over the match. Notably, he conceded merely one service point in each of the second and third sets. The match reached a fitting conclusion with Djokovic firing his 14th ace, demonstrating his dominance on the court.
Former doubles champion Mark Woodforde praised Djokovic’s performance, calling it “supreme” and “exceptional.” Despite the accolades, Djokovic maintained a humble demeanor, stating, “I served very well. I can’t complain about anything.” With a few days available for recovery before his next match, the Serbian will focus on preparing his body to tackle the upcoming challenges of the tournament.
Djokovic’s pursuit of a historic standalone 25th Grand Slam singles title adds an exciting layer of anticipation as the tournament progresses, making his impressive form one to watch in the coming rounds.