Novak Djokovic achieved another historic milestone yesterday, overtaking Steffi Graf’s record for most weeks as World No. 1 in tennis history.
The Serbian already held the record for the most weeks as No. 1 in the history of the men’s rankings (since 1973) when he surpassed Roger Federer’s mark of 310 weeks in March 2021. Now he has moved past Graf by beginning his 378th week on top of tennis’ mountain.
Djokovic returned to No. 1 last month for the first time since last June by winning a record-extending 10th Australian Open crown.
“Of course with your love and great strength that you have given me over the years, I’ve managed to achieve many fantastic achievements throughout my career,” Djokovic said in a video for the fans. The Serb will spend his 378th week at the top of men’s tennis competing in Dubai, where he will play his first tournament since capturing a record-equalling 22nd Grand Slam title last month. “I still want more achievements,” Djokovic told reporters on Sunday.