Novak Djokovic has smoothly advanced to the championship match at the Vanda Pharmaceuticals Hellenic Championship in Athens, securing his place in the final with a straight-sets victory over German qualifier Yannick Hanfmann. The 6-3, 6-4 semifinal win on Friday propels the top-seeded Serbian into his 144th tour-level final, where he is now poised to capture a historic 101st career title.
A victory in the final would not only add another trophy to his legendary collection but also mark a unique record, as it would make Greece the 20th different country where Djokovic has won an ATP title, an unprecedented feat in the sport. Despite facing a momentary challenge when he was a break down in the second set, Djokovic demonstrated his trademark resilience to regain control and seal the match, maintaining his perfect record in 2025 after winning the opening set, which now stands at 30-0.
Reflecting on his performance against Hanfmann in a report by the ATP Tour, Djokovic identified it as his peak level of the week, a timely surge as he approaches the final. “I think it was the best tennis I’ve played this tournament. It came at the right time. Hanfmann poses a great threat because he serves big, has a big game, so I needed to really stay focused. I was a break down in the second, but I held my composure. I’m very excited for the final,” the Serb said.
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