Novak Djokovic stands on the brink of a monumental achievement at the 2025 French Open, seeking his 100th match win at Roland Garros—a feat only accomplished by Rafael Nadal to date. The Serbian tennis legend, currently holding 99 victories on the Parisian clay, is set to face Britain’s Cameron Norrie in the fourth round on Monday, June 2, 2025.
Chasing a Century at Roland Garros
Djokovic’s journey to this milestone has been marked by consistent excellence. His 99th win came with a straight-sets triumph over Austrian qualifier Filip Misolic, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2, in the third round. This victory not only brought him closer to the 100-win mark at the French Open but also equaled his personal best of 99 match wins at a single Grand Slam, previously achieved at the Australian Open.
Achieving 100 match wins at Roland Garros would further solidify Djokovic’s legacy, adding to his impressive tally of 24 Grand Slam titles. Only Nadal, with 112 victories at the French Open, has surpassed this milestone, underscoring the significance of Djokovic’s pursuit.
Recent Form and Confidence Boost
Entering the French Open, Djokovic secured his 100th career ATP Tour singles title at the Geneva Open, defeating Hubert Hurkacz in a hard-fought final. This achievement made him the third man in the Open Era to reach 100 career singles titles, joining the ranks of Jimmy Connors and Roger Federer.
Reflecting on his Geneva victory, Djokovic expressed the importance of gaining momentum on clay:
“I needed to win matches, and particularly on this surface,” Djokovic said. “For me at least, it doesn’t maybe come as natural to play well from the blocks, so to say, from the very first tournaments of the season on clay.”
This recent success has bolstered Djokovic’s confidence as he navigates the challenges of Roland Garros.
Head-to-Head: Djokovic vs. Norrie
In his upcoming match, Djokovic faces Cameron Norrie, who has reached the fourth round of the French Open for the first time. The two have met five times previously, with Djokovic winning all encounters without dropping a set. Despite Norrie’s impressive performance in earlier rounds, including a notable victory over Daniil Medvedev, Djokovic’s experience and track record make him the favorite in this matchup.
What’s Next
Should Djokovic secure his 100th win at Roland Garros, he would not only join Nadal in this exclusive club but also set a new personal record for match wins at a single Grand Slam. With the prospect of a 25th Grand Slam title on the horizon, Djokovic’s pursuit of excellence continues to captivate tennis fans worldwide.
The fourth-round match between Djokovic and Norrie is scheduled for Monday, June 2, 2025, at Court Philippe Chatrier. As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Djokovic as he aims to etch his name further into the annals of tennis history.
