Novak Djokovic Scripts Australian Open History

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Novak Djokovic clinched a stunning victory over Jannik Sinner in the Australian Open 2026 men's singles semi-final on January 30.

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With the win, the 24-time Grand Slam champion entered the 11th Australian Open final of his career.

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The ten-time Australian Open winner bounced back after being a set down twice.

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The Serb defeated reigning champion Jannik Sinner 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4.

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This turned out to be Djokovic's first victory over Sinner in more than two years.

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By reaching the final, Novak Djokovic scripted a world record.

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The Serbian tennis star became the oldest man in the Open Era to enter the Australian Open final.

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