Novak Djokovic drops just three games and equals Roger Federer record as he reaches Australian Open quarterfinals

 Djokovic Dominates, Reaches Quarters, and Ties Federer Record

Novak Djokovic put on a masterclass at the Australian Open on Sunday, absolutely dismantling Adrian Mannarino 6-0, 6-0, 6-3 to storm into the quarterfinals. The win was not just about reaching the last eight, it was about etching his name in the history books. With this victory, Djokovic equaled Roger Federer's all-time record of 58 Grand Slam quarterfinals.

Djokovic was in imperious form from the get-go, barely giving Mannarino a look in. He raced through the first two sets in lightning speed, dropping a mere three games in total. It was a performance of pure dominance, with Djokovic dictating the tempo and leaving Mannarino scrambling for answers.

The third set saw a slight dip in Djokovic's intensity, but he was still far too good for his opponent. Mannarino managed to grab three games, but Djokovic never looked in danger of relinquishing control. He closed out the match with a flourish, sending a powerful forehand down the line to seal the victory and his place in history.

"It's an incredible feeling to reach this milestone," Djokovic said after the match. "Roger is an idol to me, and to equal his record is something I'll never forget. I'm still hungry for more success, and I hope to keep adding to this tally in the years to come."

Djokovic's performance was a stark reminder of his class and pedigree. He is a seven-time Australian Open champion, and he is looking every bit the favorite to add an eighth title to his collection this year. His next opponent will be Taylor Fritz, who upset Stefanos Tsitsipas in a five-set thriller.

Fritz is a talented player, but he will face a monumental task if he wants to upset Djokovic. The Serb is playing with the kind of confidence and swagger that only champions possess. If he continues to play at this level, there's no telling how far he can go in this tournament.

Djokovic's record-equaling performance was the highlight of the day at the Australian Open. It was a display of pure tennis mastery, and it served as a reminder that Djokovic is still the man to beat in the world of tennis.

Here are some additional details that you may want to include in your write-up:

• Djokovic has now won 24 of his last 25 matches at the Australian Open.
• He has not lost a Grand Slam quarterfinal since the 2020 French Open.
• Djokovic is seeking his 22nd Grand Slam title, which would tie him with Rafael Nadal for the most all-time.