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What history did Novak Djokovic make at the Australian Open?

Learn some of the records Djokovic expanded and set
February 2, 2026

Novak Djokovic fell just short of winning his 25th Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, where he fought Carlos Alcaraz in a tight four-setter in the final. But it was still a memorable tournament for the Serbian.

Djokovic made a lot of history during the fortnight and continued to write and rewrite the record books.

ATPTour.com looks at just five of the 38-year-old’s historic achievements in the first major of the season.

Record for most Australian Open wins
By reaching the final of the Australian Open, Djokovic has now reached 104 victories at Melbourne Park, which puts him first in history among both men and women. The Serbian passed Roger Federer, who won 102 Australian Open matches during his career.

Djokovic now has at least 100 wins to his credit at the Australian Open, Roland Garros and Wimbledon, making him the only player to achieve this feat at three different major tournaments.

Most Australian Open Singles wins

First to achieve 400 Grand Slam victories
Djokovic already held the record for the most Grand Slam victories in history, but reached a milestone these two weeks. The 24-time Major champion became the first player to reach 400 Major Match wins, finishing the event with 402. Federer is second on the all-time list with 369, while Serena Williams is just behind with 367.

Oldest Australian Open finalist in Open Era
The 38-year-old became the oldest man in the Open Era to reach the final of the Australian Open, breaking Ken Rosewall’s record. The Australian reached the championship match in 1972 at the age of 37.

Extended record in the Slam singles final
Djokovic had already reached the most Grand Slam finals in history with 37, but made his 38th to extend his record. He stood alone for the first time after reaching the 2023 Wimbledon final. Chris Evert is second on the list with 34.

Earned a record Slam final appearance after turning 35
This was the seventh time Djokovic had reached a major final since turning 35, a new record for the Open Era. The Serbian was previously tied with Ken Rosewall (6). Williams did it five times and Federer four times.