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Novak Djokovic surpasses Roger Federer in Masters 1000 appearances

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 5:57 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Novak Djokovic surpasses Roger Federer in Masters 1000 appearances

Summary

Novak Djokovic achieved his 139th Masters 1000 main-draw appearance at the Cincinnati Open, surpassing Roger Federer's total of 138. This milestone underscores Djokovic's remarkable consistency and longevity in professional tennis, demonstrating his dominance in the Masters 1000 category over more than two decades. As he prepares for the 2026 US Open, Djokovic remains a key figure in the sport, having previously matched Feliciano Lopez for the most appearances. His achievements include 40 Masters 1000 titles and two Career Golden Masters, reflecting his significant impact on the tournament's history.

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By the Numbers

•Djokovic made his 139th Masters 1000 appearance at the Cincinnati Open.
•He surpassed Federer, who had 138 appearances at the Masters 1000 events.
•Djokovic has won 40 Masters 1000 titles, the most in men's tennis.
•He first competed in Cincinnati in 2005, marking the start of his remarkable career.
•Djokovic aims for further achievements at the 2026 US Open.

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5:57 PMYahoo Sports — Novak Djokovic leaves Roger Federer behind with remarkable Masters 1000 milestone

What they're saying

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Novak Djokovic has added another feather to his remarkable career after moving past Roger Federer for a significant Masters 1000 milestone. The Serbian remains one of the biggest names heading into the 2026 US Open, where he will once again be chasing another piece of tennis history.
— Yahoo Sports

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