In a stunning display in South Florida, 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has etched his name into tennis history. At 37 years and 10 months, he has become the oldest ATP Masters 1000 semifinalist since the series began in 1990, surpassing a record previously set by Roger Federer at 37 years and 7 months.
Djokovic, the World No. 5 from Serbia, powered through a rescheduled quarterfinal clash, defeating American Sebastian Korda 6-3, 7-6(4) in just one hour and 24 minutes. This victory not only puts Djokovic on track for his seventh Miami Open title but also fuels his pursuit of a landmark 100th professional title.
Looking ahead, Djokovic is set to face Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov in Friday's semifinals. The Serbian star boasts a remarkable 12-1 record against the 33-year-old, adding extra intrigue to the upcoming matchup. With renewed momentum after a sluggish start to 2025, Djokovic shared, "I'm getting great support. I feel I have a really good chance to go all the way here. …I'm playing the best I have in some time."
This breakthrough underscores Djokovic's enduring talent and determination, making his journey one to watch on the global stage. As the tournament unfolds, fans around the world are eager to see if he can continue defying the odds and set new records in one of tennis' most prestigious events.
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