Novak Djokovic continues to defy age and expectations as he reached the quarter-finals of the 2025 US Open, defeating Jan-Lennard Struff in the Round of 16 at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York. At 38 years old, the Serbian superstar is chasing an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam title, and his next challenge will be against fourth seed Taylor Fritz on Tuesday, september 2.
1. Djokovic’s Historic Quarter-Final Run
- With this victory, Djokovic becomes the oldest player in tennis history to reach the quarter-finals of all four majors in a single season.
- The 24-time Grand Slam champion has consistently been a force, reaching the quarter-finals in each major this year despite not lifting a title since the 2023 US Open.
- This feat is unmatched by any player over the age of 34, highlighting Djokovic’s longevity and dominance in modern tennis.
2. Breaking Age Barriers
- Djokovic is now 38 years, 102 days old, surpassing his own previous record of 36 years, 97 days in 2023.
- For comparison, other tennis legends like Rafael Nadal reached the quarter-finals at 33 years, 82 days in 2019, showing just how extraordinary Djokovic’s consistency has been in his late 30s.
Oldest Male Players to Reach QF of All Slams in a Season
- Novak Djokovic – 38 years, 102 days (2025)
- Novak Djokovic – 36 years, 97 days (2023)
- Novak Djokovic – 34 years, 100 days (2021)
- Rafael Nadal – 33 years, 82 days (2019)
- Rafael Nadal – 32 years, 85 days (2018)
3. Surpassing Roger Federer’s Record
- Djokovic has now broken Roger Federer’s world record, becoming the first player to reach the quarter-finals of all four majors in a single year on nine occasions.
- Federer achieved this eight times during his legendary career, while Djokovic has done it in 2010–2015, 2021, 2023, and 2025.
Players to Reach QF of All 4 Slams Most Times
- Novak Djokovic – 9 occasions
- Roger Federer – 8 occasions
- Rafael Nadal – 5 occasions
- Andy Murray – 4 occasions
- Ivan Lendl – 3 occasions
4. Oldest US Open Quarter-Finalist in the 21st Century
- Djokovic has become the oldest male player since 1973 to reach the US Open quarter-finals, at 38 years, 102 days.
- He is the fifth-oldest player overall to achieve this feat in US Open history.
- The record-breaking run also surpasses Federer’s previous mark of 38 years, 14 days in 2019.
5. Consistency Across All Majors
- Djokovic has maintained an unparalleled level of performance across all surfaces, reaching the last eight in every Grand Slam this year.
- Despite age and the physical demands of modern tennis, he continues to compete with younger stars and remain a top contender at every major.
6. What’s Next for Djokovic
- Djokovic will face Taylor Fritz, the fourth seed, in a blockbuster quarter-final clash on Tuesday, september 2.
- A win would put him in the semi-finals and keep him on track for a historic 25th Grand Slam title, further cementing his legacy as one of tennis’s all-time greats.
7. Key Takeaways
- Novak Djokovic, at 38, is rewriting tennis history with longevity and consistency.
- He has surpassed Roger Federer’s records and continues to achieve milestones no player in the Open Era has matched.
- With the quarter-finals ahead, Djokovic is once again proving that age is just a number in the world of elite tennis.
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