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Novak Djokovic seeks major Grand Slam mark ahead of Roland Garros’ third round clash vs Misolic

Novak Djokovic will face Filip Misolic at Roland Garros as he looks to reach an impressive Grand Slam milestone.

Novak Djokovic will face Filip Misolic in the third round of the French Open
© Clive Brunskill/Getty ImagesNovak Djokovic will face Filip Misolic in the third round of the French Open

In his first two matches at the 2025 French Open, Novak Djokovic looked solid, winning both without dropping a set. This Saturday, he’ll aim to do the same against Filip Misolic as he pushes for a spot in the tournament’s fourth round. Beyond advancing, the Serbian star could hit a major career milestone in Grand Slam play.

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If Djokovic defeats the ATP’s No. 153, he’ll notch his 99th career win at Roland Garros, tying his best win total at any single Grand Slam event. A victory would set up a potential fourth-round match against either Jacob Fearnley or Cameron Norrie, where the Serbian star could go for win No. 100.

Right now, Novak holds his best Grand Slam record at the Australian Open. Across 21 appearances, he has won 99 matches and lost just 10. That consistency has earned him 10 titles—more than any other player in the tournament’s history.

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The French Open remains Djokovic’s least successful Grand Slam in terms of titles, having won it three times (2016, 2021, and 2023). Ironically, it could soon become the Slam where he’s registered the most wins. Entering the third round, his career record at Roland Garros stands at 98-16.

Novak Djokovic poses with the trophy after winning the title in the 2023 French Open

Novak Djokovic poses with the trophy after winning the title in the 2023 French Open

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How has Djokovic fared at the other Grand Slams?

Wimbledon has been more fruitful for Novak Djokovic than Roland Garros, with the Serbian capturing seven titles at the All England Club. A strong showing on grass this year could boost his win total above any other Slam, as he currently sits at 97-12 in London.

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Finally, the US Open is the Grand Slam where Djokovic has won the fewest matches over the course of his career. There, he holds a 90-14 record but has still managed to lift the trophy four times—one more than in Paris.

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Who holds the most match wins at each Grand Slam?

Despite his incredible numbers and status as the all-time leader in Grand Slam titles (24), Novak Djokovic does not top the all-time wins chart at any of the four majors. At Roland Garros, the answer is obvious—Rafael Nadal leads with an astounding 112-4 record and 14 titles.

Another member of the Big Three, Roger Federer, holds the all-time win records at both Wimbledon and the Australian Open. On grass, he went 105-14 while winning eight titles. In Melbourne, Federer collected six titles and compiled a 102-15 record.

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At the US Open, none of the Big Three have—so far—surpassed the long-standing record of American legend Jimmy Connors. He was crowned champion five times in New York and has a 98-17 record. With Nadal and Federer now retired, Djokovic is the only one still capable of breaking that mark, currently holding a 90-14 record at the tournament.

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