By the numbers: Novak Djokovic reaches final in 23rd country
What's the story
Serbian ace Novak Djokovic scripted history after reaching the Hellenic Championship final in Athens. The 24-time Grand Slam champion defeated German qualifier Yannick Hanfmann in straight sets in the semi-final. The match was a test of patience and skill for Djokovic as he ended his four-match semi-final losing streak to get back on track. Djokovic, who won his 101st career tour-level title, reached a final in the 23rd country.
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Djokovic has come a long way
Djokovic, now an all-time great, won his maiden tour-level title in 2006 in Amersfoort (Netherlands). He beat Nicolas Massu, now a coach, in the final, as per ATP. Nearly a decade later, the Serb is vying for his 101st title. Djokovic earlier became the third player in the Open Era to win 100 ATP titles, joining Jimmy Connors (109) and Roger Federer (103).
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Reaching a final in 23 different countriesÂ
As mentioned, Djokovic has reached a final in 23 different countries. Earlier this year, he became the first man in Open Era history to lift a trophy over 20 successive seasons.
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Djokovic eyes his second title this year
Djokovic has won only two titles in the last two seasons (Paris Olympics 2024 and Geneva 2025). He lost the semi-finals of each of the four Grand Slams this year. Djokovic now has an opportunity to win his second title this year.
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Djokovic set to compete in ATP Finals
After the ongoing Hellenic Championship final, Djokovic will also compete in the ATP Finals in Turin. He has been drawn in the Jimmy Connors Group that includes Carlos Alcaraz (1), Taylor Fritz (6), and Alex de Minaur (7) This tournament will be another opportunity for Djokovic to add to his already impressive title count. Notably, Djokovic has won the year-end championship seven times.