Djokovic achieves new milestones with 23rd Grand Slam victory at French Open 2023

June 11, 2023

Djokovic achieves new milestones with 23rd Grand Slam victory at French Open 2023

Novak Djokovic secured his 23rd Grand Slam championship by defeating Casper Ruud in the French Open final, resulting in a remarkable accomplishment that established several new records.

Novak Djokovic clinched his 23rd Grand Slam title on Sunday, prevailing over Casper Ruud of Norway in the French Open final with a score of 7-6(1), 6-3, 7-5. This momentous victory witnessed Djokovic establish numerous records, and the following is a comprehensive compilation of those remarkable milestones.

23 - Most Grand Slam titles won by a man in the Open Era

With his triumph over Ruud, Djokovic surpassed Spain's Rafael Nadal to claim the record for the most Grand Slam titles won by a male player since the inception of the Open Era in 1968. In the overall rankings, Djokovic is now level with Serena Williams and trails only Margaret Court, who has 24 Grand Slam titles to her name.

3 - Every Grand Slam won at least thrice

Djokovic secured his third French Open championship, making history as the first male player to win each Grand Slam tournament at least three times. This achievement puts him in the company of tennis legends such as Margaret Court, Serena Williams, and Steffi Graf, who have accomplished the same feat in women's tennis. In addition to his three French Open titles, Djokovic boasts an impressive record of 10 Australian Open titles, seven Wimbledon titles, and three US Open titles.

36 years 20 days - Oldest French Open men’s champion

Djokovic, at the age of 36 years and 20 days, made history as the oldest men's singles winner at the French Open since 1968. This surpassed the previous record set by Nadal (36 years and 2 days) just last year. In terms of all Grand Slam events, Djokovic ranks as the fourth-oldest male champion. The top spot is held by Ken Rosewall, who achieved victory at the 1972 Australian Open at the age of 37 years and 2 months. Rosewall also occupies the third position with his 1971 Australian Open win at 36 years and 4 months. Roger Federer claims the second spot on this list, having secured the 2018 Australian Open title at the age of 36 years and 6 months.

34 - Equalled most Grand Slam finals appearances

Djokovic, who previously held the record for the most appearances in men's Grand Slam finals alongside Federer at 31, now stands alone in that position. Nadal follows closely in third place with 30 appearances. Additionally, Djokovic has matched the all-time record of Chris Evert, who also reached 34 Grand Slam finals in her illustrious career.

94 - Equalled Lendl’s record of third-most career titles

In Paris, Djokovic secured his 94th singles title, placing him in the esteemed company of Ivan Lendl at the third position on the all-time list. He is now only surpassed by Federer with 103 titles and Connors with 109 titles.

35 - Since turning 35, this was his third Grand Slam final

Since celebrating his 35th birthday in May last year, Djokovic has advanced to three Grand Slam finals. Among male players, only Rosewall, with six finals, and Federer, with four finals, have surpassed Djokovic in terms of reaching the Grand Slam finals after turning 35.

6 - Sixth man to win at least three French Open titles

In the Open Era, Djokovic has joined an elite group of six male players who have won the French Open at least three times. He shares this achievement with Gustavo Kuerten, Ivan Lendl, and Mats Wilander, while Bjorn Borg and Rafael Nadal hold the top positions with six and fourteen titles, respectively.

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