AUS Open 2024: Novak Djokovic's Brilliant Wish For Rohan Bopanna

Novak Djokovic, joined fans to celebrate Rohan Bopanna's stellar feat at Melbourne Park

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Bopanna will be making his third Grand Slam final alongside Australia's Matthew Ebden in men's doubles.

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Rohan Bopanna became the oldest first-time world No. 1 in ATP men's doubles ranking history.

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The record was held by USA's Rajeev Ram earlier, who had achieved the feat in October '22 at the age of 38

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Djokovic congratulated Rohan Bopanna on his amazing feat via an Instagram story

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“Congratulations Bops. Amazing effort. And to do it at such a young age. Even more impressive.”

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Rohan Bopanna will be playing his final match on Saturday, 27th January

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AUS Open 2024: Novak Djokovic's Brilliant Wish For Rohan Bopanna

Novak Djokovic, joined fans to celebrate Rohan Bopanna's stellar feat at Melbourne Park

Bopanna Makes History

Bopanna will be making his third Grand Slam final alongside Australia's Matthew Ebden in men's doubles.

Final Awaits

Rohan Bopanna became the oldest first-time world No. 1 in ATP men's doubles ranking history.

Oldest No. 1

The record was held by USA's Rajeev Ram earlier, who had achieved the feat in October '22 at the age of 38

Earlier Record

Djokovic congratulated Rohan Bopanna on his amazing feat via an Instagram story

GOAT's Wish

“Congratulations Bops. Amazing effort. And to do it at such a young age. Even more impressive.”

Djokovic's Caption

Rohan Bopanna will be playing his final match on Saturday, 27th January

Final Date