MELBOURNE, Australia — Novak Djokovic added yet another record to his lengthy list, breaking a tie with Roger Federer for the most Grand Slam matches played in tennis history by reaching 430 on Wednesday at the Australian Open in what was a tougher-than-expected second-round victory.

Novak Djokovic has reached the third round of this year's Australian Open with his bid to become the first player to win 25 Grand Slam titles remaining on track

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray faced each other 36 times throughout their tennis careers, mostly in finals and often at the business end of a grand slam. But at this year’s Australian Open, their decades-long rivalry has taken an unexpected turn.

Novak Djokovic surpasses Roger Federer’s record for most Grand Slam matches played, after a second-round victory at the Australia Open.

Since turning pro in 2003, Novak Djokovic has established himself as one of the best tennis players of all time. Check out his top accolades now.