The 10-time champion triumphed over the 24th seed, Jiri Lehecka, with a commanding 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 victory on his favoured Rod Laver Arena, setting up an exciting quarter-final showdown with Carlos Alcaraz.

Novak Djokovic will face Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open quarter-finals after beating Jiri Lehecka in straight sets.

Novak Djokovic feels ‘blessed’ to break a record previously held by fellow tennis legend Roger Federer at the 2025 Australian Open. Djokovic defeated Jaime Faria 6-1 6-7 6-3 6-2 in the second round on Wednesday to continue his quest for a historic 25th major singles title, which would move him clear of Margaret Court in the all-time standings.