Novak Djokovic just leveled up his GOAT status 🐐, clinching his 100th career singles title at the Geneva Open! In a nail-biting final lasting over three hours, the Serbian superstar rallied past Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz 5-7, 7-6(2), 7-6(2) – proving age is just a number days after turning 38. 🎂
Family First 🎉
Djokovic celebrated with relatives in Geneva, where his aunt, uncle, and cousins live. His wife and kids even skipped school to join the birthday-trophy doubleheader! 🎁 "I’m just grateful to clinch the 100 here," he said, grinning post-match.
Paris Next? 🏆
The 24-time Grand Slam champ now heads to Roland-Garros, where he’ll face USA’s Mackenzie McDonald on Monday. Could title 101 be another major? 🤔
Djokovic joins legends Jimmy Connors (109 titles) and Roger Federer (103) as the only men to hit triple digits in the Open Era. His first title? A 2006 clay-court win in the Netherlands – against the coach of his Geneva final opponent. Talk about full-circle moments! 🔄
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Novak Djokovic wins Geneva Open to clinch 100th career singles title
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