Tennis World Celebrates Novak Djokovic’s Historic Australian Open Win

The Serbian star now holds a record 10 Australian Open titles and is tied for the most Grand Slam men’s singles titles at 22.

Novak Djokovic won his 10th Australian Open title and his 22nd Grand Slam title on Sunday, and the tennis world jumped to congratulate the Serbian on his incredible feat.

The 35-year-old extended his own record for the most Australian Open singles titles, and now he has tied Rafael Nadal for the all-time Grand Slam men’s record.

Djokovic even sported a jacket with “22” emblazoned on the front while celebrating his victory.

With the win, Djokovic also jumps back to world No. 1. He already holds the record for the most weeks atop the world rankings at 374. Now, that number will continue to grow.

The title also comes one year after Djokovic was deported from Australia due to not being vaccinated against COVID-19. This year, the country allowed him to have a visa to enter the country and play in the tournament.

Following his three-set championship win over Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece, various current and legendary tennis players congratulated Djokovic on the title. One of those former players is Rod Laver, the legendary player whose name adorns the arena in which Djokovic won the title.

Congratulations on a 10th Australian Open title Novak Djokovic, 35 and at the peak of your powers. You’ve been as relentless as I’ve seen you these past two weeks. It was a privilege to watch such a superb final against your young rival Stefanos Tsitsipas. Bravo to you both! 🚀

— Rod Laver (@rodlaver) January 29, 2023

Congratulations @DjokerNole for the Australian Open 🏆 and the world number 1️⃣! Very well deserved! 🤝🏻 Hope to see you soon on court! 😜 pic.twitter.com/B43X5AHz1E

— Carlos Alcaraz (@carlosalcaraz) January 29, 2023

Haha I told you. We created a monster. Well done @DjokerNole …. Sat on my couch and enjoyed the entire show 💰🙏🏽 soak it all in….

— Nicholas Kyrgios (@NickKyrgios) January 29, 2023

Congratulations to the 10x #AusOpen Men's Singles Champion, @DjokerNole! https://t.co/icMzBMHuc7

— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) January 29, 2023

Congrats @DjokerNole 🙏❤️ you are truly an inspiration.
👏👏👏👏 https://t.co/mYP81fIgdJ

— Ons Jabeur (@Ons_Jabeur) January 29, 2023

Unreal @DjokerNole congratulations!!!!
The resilience is unmatched!

— victoria azarenka (@vika7) January 29, 2023

Can’t remember a time I was this happy for someone winning a tennis match. So deserving @DjokerNole #22 🐐 pic.twitter.com/eChy0Cd6Jk

— Vasek Pospisil (@VasekPospisil) January 29, 2023

What a CHAMPION!!!
Idemo Nole 🙌🏆#AusOpen #AO23 @DjokerNole https://t.co/CMLKfVuFPY

— Juan M. del Potro (@delpotrojuan) January 29, 2023

All four Grand Slam tournaments congratulated Djokovic on the win as well.

KING OF MELBOURNE 👑 @DjokerNole pic.twitter.com/myM619PTVN

— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 29, 2023

Iconic. Legendary. Unstoppable.

Congratulations, @DjokerNole on 22 Grand Slam singles titles!#AusOpen • #AO2023 pic.twitter.com/DQb4ZyxWEC

— Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) January 29, 2023

With his 10th #AusOpen title, @DjokerNole joins Rafael Nadal as the men's Grand Slam record holder 🤝 pic.twitter.com/6kFxQw3BOP

— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) January 29, 2023

JUST TOOOOOO GOOD. pic.twitter.com/syQsFSmCrB

— US Open Tennis (@usopen) January 29, 2023