Novak Djokovic Sets Historic Wimbledon Match-Win Record

Novak Djokovic has further cemented his status as a tennis icon by establishing a new benchmark for success at Wimbledon. During the 2026 tournament, the 39-year-old champion secured his 106th career victory at the All England Club, officially moving past the previous men's record of 105 wins held by his long-time rival, Roger Federer. This historic achievement occurred during a hard-fought fourth-round match on Centre Court.

The path to this milestone was not without its challenges. Facing off against qualifier Roman Safiullin, Djokovic navigated a demanding four-set encounter that lasted three hours and 25 minutes. Despite experiencing moments of visible frustration during the match, the seven-time Wimbledon champion maintained his composure to close out the contest with a 7-6(4), 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 victory.

This win propels the Serbian star into the quarter-finals for the 17th time in his career, keeping his pursuit of a 25th Grand Slam title alive. While Djokovic now stands alone at the top of the men's list for match victories at the tournament, he remains behind the overall record of 120 wins held by Martina Navratilova.

Reflecting on the match, Djokovic acknowledged that while his physical condition remained stable, he was not entirely satisfied with his performance on the court. Nevertheless, the result marks another significant chapter in his storied career. As he advances deeper into the tournament, the tennis world continues to watch as he chases further glory on the hallowed grass of SW19.