Novak Djokovic is on the cusp of a monumental achievement as he seeks to secure his 100th career title. After a hard-fought victory against Sebastian Korda, where he won 6-3, 7-6(4), Djokovic showcased his remarkable tenacity and skill. The Serbian tennis icon, who plans to turn 38 in May, celebrated the win with a roar of triumph, aided by the support of his coach Andy Murray.
Djokovic’s journey to the semifinal was particularly dramatic; he found himself trailing Korda 5-2 in the second set before making a stunning comeback. His superb serving proved crucial, allowing him to dominate the tiebreak and ultimately seal the match. “I’ve been serving great the entire tournament but particularly today I needed it in the second to try to come back,” he noted in an interview, reflecting on his performance.
With this victory, Djokovic has made history by becoming the oldest ATP Masters 1000 semifinalist, breaking the record previously held by Roger Federer. Djokovic is now set to face 14th-seeded Grigor Dimitrov, as he aims for a record seventh Miami Open title.
The Miami Open is also the stage for Aryna Sabalenka, who reached her first Miami Open final by defeating Jasmine Paolini in a convincing 6-2, 6-2 match. This has been a standout tournament for Sabalenka, further enhancing her reputation as the world number one.
In other highlights, unseeded Czech Jakub Mensik advanced with a victory over 17th-seeded Arthur Fils and will contest the semifinal against American Taylor Fritz, who battled through a tough match against Matteo Berrettini.
As the tournament progresses, it promises more thrilling encounters, showcasing both seasoned champions like Djokovic and rising stars such as Mensik. Fans can look forward to witnessing incredible displays of skill and determination as players vie for prestigious titles in this exciting competition.
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