Novak Djokovic isn't slowing down! The Serbian tennis legend crushed Russia's Roman Safiullin 6-1, 6-2 at the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday, proving he's still got the magic. Up next? A rematch with Italy's Lorenzo Musetti, who stunned him in last year's tournament.
But the real headline? At 36 years and 321 days, Djokovic just dethroned Roger Federer as the oldest ATP No.1 in history. Talk about aging like fine wine ! The 24-time Grand Slam champ (and two-time Monte Carlo winner) joked about sharing the spotlight with Rohan Bopanna, the oldest doubles No.1: "We have a combined age of 80—though he's carrying most of that!"
With this win, Djokovic cements his legacy as a living tennis GOAT . Will he reclaim Monte Carlo glory? All eyes are on his clash with Musetti!
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Djokovic wins Monte Carlo opener, eclipses Federer for oldest top rank
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