Djokovic Hails Duplantis After 14th World Record
September 16, 2025 - Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, publicly celebrated Armand ”Mondo” Duplantis’ latest world record in the pole vault, praising the Swedish athlete’s relentless pursuit of excellence with the message: “Greatness has no ceiling.” The salute from one record-breaking icon to another underscores a growing mutual respect between the stars.
Duplantis, 25, set his 14th world record at the World Athletics Championships on monday, continuing a dominant run that has redefined the sport. Djokovic shared Duplantis’ Instagram post acknowledging the achievement, signaling a recognition of the dedication and skill required to consistently reach new heights.This exchange highlights the camaraderie among elite athletes across different disciplines and the shared understanding of the commitment needed to achieve sustained success.
Djokovic, who currently holds the record for most weeks at No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings (428 weeks), presented Duplantis with the World Sportsman of the Year honor at the Laureus World Sports Awards earlier this year. The gesture exemplified the respect between the two athletes.
The Serbian star is himself a five-time winner of the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award, a distinction he shares with Roger Federer as the all-time leaders in that category. Duplantis’ continued success and record-breaking performances are inspiring a new generation of athletes, while Djokovic’s acknowledgement reinforces the meaning of his achievements on a global stage.
