Djokovic Hits 100th Australian Open Win with Straight-Sets Victory

Melbourne – Novak Djokovic opened his Australian Open campaign in dominant fashion on Monday, defeating unseeded Spaniard Pedro Martinez 6-3, 6-2, 6-2. The 38-year-old ten-time Melbourne champion silenced pre-tournament fitness doubts after skipping the Adelaide warm-up and shortening a practice session on the eve of the tournament.

On Rod Laver Arena, Djokovic displayed his trademark precision, breaking early and controlling the match from start to finish. The victory also marked his 100th match win at the Australian Open, making him a centurion at three of the four Grand Slam tournaments, with only the US Open remaining.

“This milestone is motivating, especially in the last five to ten years of my career,” Djokovic said, reflecting on his sustained success. Facing Martinez for the first time, he showed no signs of rust since claiming his 101st career title in November, striking cleanly from both wings and asserting dominance throughout.

Djokovic’s emphatic win sets the tone for his pursuit of a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title.