Novak Djokovic: Making ATP rankings history

Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, continues to make waves in the ATP Tour. Starting the week at 419 weeks as World No. 1, he is set to become the oldest ever No. 1 player in ATP Rankings history. 

Oldest World No. 1

This Sunday, at 36 years and 321 days old, Djokovic will surpass Roger Federer's record.Djokovic's career has been marked by unparalleled longevity and consistency. Since turning 30 in 2017, he has claimed 31 tour-level titles, including 12 Grand Slams, 10 ATP Masters 1000 victories, and two ATP Finals triumphs. His dedication to training, recovery, and maintaining his physical and mental health through practices like yoga and meditation has kept him at the pinnacle of his sport.

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Dominance over the years

Achieving his first World No. 1 ranking at 24 years old in 2011, Djokovic has spent a remarkable amount of time at the top. His closest competitors, Federer and Rafael Nadal, reached No. 1 at the age of 22. Even facing younger competition, Djokovic's ongoing excellence has allowed him to stay ahead. Carlos Alcaraz, his recent rival for the top spot, became the youngest No. 1 in ATP Rankings history at 19 in 2022.

In his illustrious career, Djokovic has spent a total of 419 weeks as World No. 1, a record that puts him 109 weeks ahead of Federer. As he continues to rewrite the history books, Djokovic's dedication, skill, and resilience on the court remain unmatched.

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