Djokovic Reaches 100 Wins at Australian Open, Eyes 11th Title in Melbourne

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Novak Djokovic kicked off his Australian Open campaign with a bang on Monday, crushing Pedro Martinez 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 to notch his landmark 100th win at Melbourne Park, according to the ATP Tour. The 38-year-old Serbian, chasing an unprecedented 11th title here, looked razor-sharp and mobile, blasting 49 winners to just 14 from his Spanish foe in his first match since clinching Athens in November. ATP Tour reports he is now the only player with 100 or more victories at three majors: 100 at the Australian Open, 102 at Wimbledon, and 101 at Roland Garros.

On court, Djokovic beamed during his post-match interview, calling himself a centurion and crediting mentors for guiding his longevity, as captured in the Australian Open YouTube footage. He gushed about the court that has given him everything, joked about his body fat from prime days, and hinted at reflecting more as retirement looms, though the grind leaves little time. The crowd roared when informed of his milestone, with Djokovic eyeing qualifier Francesco Maestrelli next in round two for his 19th straight advancement here.

Social media lit up immediately, with ATP Tour tweeting feels just like home alongside a hype video of Djokovic pumping up after a screamer winner against Martinez, per their official post. The Tennis Gazette noted Djokovic reacted personally online to hitting the century mark, fueling fan frenzy. AusOpen.com hailed it as Novak keeps it 100, underscoring the biographical heft as he chases Roger Federers all-time Aussie record of 102 wins.

No other business moves or off-court buzz surfaced in recent days, but this flawless start silences fitness doubters from last years semi-final runs at all Slams, positioning him for a blockbuster semi potential against Jannik Sinner. Djokovic stays laser-focused, recovering for the next clash in his endless history chase.

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