The Australian Open has witnessed tennis legends leave their mark, and Novak Djokovic reigns supreme with a record-breaking 10 finals appearances, all converted into victories. Roger Federer follows with seven finals,

MELBOURNE, Australia -- And then there was one: The Big Three is down to just Novak Djokovic, who stands alone from a golden generation of men’s tennis now that Rafael Nadal has joined Roger Federer in retirement.

The Australian Open is the first Grand Slam of the year. The tournament is played on the hard courts of Melbourne Park in January every year, one of the two Grand Slams played on hard courts.

Novak Djokovic stepped up a level in his Australian Open third round match against Tomas Machac, brushing the Czech aside 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 with a vintage performance to reach the second week at Melbourne Park for the 17th time.

Novak Djokovic’s pursuit of history at the 2025 Australian Open remains alive as the Serbian has made it to the second week of the Melbourne major for the 17th time in his career. The tennis legend is aiming to win a record-extending 11th Australian Open title and 25th Grand Slam crown overall.