Novak Djokovic Targets Major Federer Record as 2025 Season Concludes
Novak Djokovic is positioned to break a significant record held by Roger Federer as the 2025 tennis season winds down. Currently competing in the 2025 Shanghai Masters, Djokovic is just a few victories away from matching Federer’s impressive tally of 103 career titles.
Current Standing in Titles
The Serbian tennis star achieved his milestone 100th title at the 2025 Geneva Open in May. Now, he aims to secure his 101st title at the Shanghai Masters, held from October 1 to 12, at the Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena.
Progress at Shanghai Masters
- Defeated Marin Cilic in the Round of 64.
- Won against Yannick Hanfmann in the Round of 32.
- Currently facing Jaume Munar in the Round of 16.
Djokovic has maintained an undefeated record against Munar and seeks to extend that streak in their upcoming match.
Upcoming Tournaments
Beyond the Shanghai Masters, Djokovic’s next potential challenge is the Hellenic Championships in Athens, Greece. Success in both tournaments would place him within striking distance of Federer’s record.
- Next targets after Shanghai Masters:
- Hellenic Championships in Greece
- Paris Masters in November
- ATP Tour Finals
Grand Slam Aspirations
In addition to career titles, Djokovic is also focused on winning his 25th Grand Slam title. He faced fierce competition this year, particularly from Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. Despite reaching the semifinals of all four major tournaments, he was unable to secure the championship in any.
Currently, Djokovic shares the record for most Grand Slam titles with Margaret Court at 24. Among active players, he leads, with Rafael Nadal following at 22 and Federer at 20, both of whom have retired from professional tennis. Djokovic’s pursuit of history continues as he gears up for next season.
