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The numbers behind Djokovic's domination

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February 01, 2016 08:17 IST

Novak Djokovic claimed his sixth Australian Open title on Sunday as the 28-year-old continues to dominate men's tennis

Here are some of the key statistics for the all-conquering Serb

Novak Djokovic

- Djokovic (2008, 2011-13, 2015-16) has now won six Australian Opens, matching the record of Roy Emerson (1961, 1963-67).

- Djokovic now owns 46 hardcourt titles, level with American Andre Agassi and only behind Roger Federer (60).

- He has 11 Grand Slam titles, drawing level on the all-time list with Australian Rod Laver and Swede Bjorn Borg. Ahead of him are Emerson (12), Pete Sampras and Rafael Nadal (14) and Roger Federer (17).

- Djokovic has won seven consecutive tournaments.

- Since losing to Federer at last year's Cincinnati final in August, Djokovic has won 38 of his next 39 matches.

- He has beaten World No 2 Murray 11 times from 12 clashes since losing to him in the 2013 Wimbledon final.

- Djokovic is on a 21-match winning streak in grand slams. He has not lost a Grand Slam match since he was defeated by Stanislas Wawrinka in the 2015 Roland Garros final.

- He has held the ATP No 1 ranking since July, 2014.

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