Novak Djokovic

Tennis

Novak Djokovic

Tennis player, 24 Grand Slam singles titles, Olympic gold 2024

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2 records, newest first. Strength changes with age and weight class, so check the date and context before you compare.

  1. 2026

    • Serve speed: 202 km/h (126 mph)

      CompetitionAge 38, 10-time Australian Open champion

      Official result, ausopen.com2026-01-22

      Quote and details
      “The Italian’s quickest first serve landed at 221 km/h, faster than Djokovic’s 202 km/h,”

      Novak serves up masterclass with AO match-win 101 (Australian Open, 2026-01-22)Australian Open 2026, second round, 6-3 6-2 6-2 win over Francesco Maestrelli

  2. 2016

    • Top running speed in a match: 36.02 km/h

      CompetitionTop-ranked ATP player, Australian Open matches up to 2016

      News report, tennis.com2016low confidence

      Quote and details
      “though the Serb has the highest top speed (36.02 kph).”

      Tennis Australia: Djokovic, Halep are the sport's fastest players (Tennis.com, 2016-11-29)Australian Open matches (Tennis Australia tracking study)

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