The 24-time Grand Slam champion is a master of easing into majors. At every one, he has a match that lifts him up. Will this one be it?

Novak Djokovic returns to court at the Australian Open against the dangerous Tomas Machac in the third round. Djokovic, who broke one of Roger Federer’s Grand Slam records in the last round, is targeting a record 25th singles Grand Slam title with the watchful eye of Sir Andy Murray in his coaching corner.

Tomas Machac chose to keep his game plan a secret ahead of his potential third-round clash with Novak Djokovic at the 2025 Australian Open.

Tomas Machac (No. 25 in the world) takes on Novak Djokovic (No. 7) in the Round of 32 at the Australian Open.Djokovic defeated Jaime Faria 6-1, 6-7, 6-3, 6-2 on Tuesday in the Round

Predicting a Novak Djokovic defeat in a Grand Slam tournament has generally ended in disappointment, but the game’s ultimate winner will be under huge threat when he takes on Czechia’s Tomas Machac on Friday.

Australian Open actions continues on Day 6 with the beginning of the third round. Eight men’s singles matches are on the docket, including 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic squaring off against No.