Novak Djokovic’s quest for a record 25th grand slam title has been cut short at the Australian Open after he stunningly retired from his semifinal match due to a left leg injury.

Novak Djokovic simply cannot shake the conspiracy allegations that surrounded him at the Australian Open. The 10-time Australian Open champion went to extreme lengths this week to share photographs of a hamstring strain on his Instagram account after his unexpected withdrawal from the tournament raised concerns.

Jannik Sinner’s triumph at the 2025 Australian Open saw him become the 11th player in the Open Era to defend the Australian Open men’s singles title. Here, we look at the 11 men who have won consecutive Australian Open titles since the first Open edition was held in 1969.