MELBOURNE: Novak Djokovic systematically dismantled Italian qualifier Francesco Maestrelli 6-3 6-2 6-2 to reach the Australian Open third round on Thursday, continuing his bid to make more history. Fourth seed Djokovic, who is seeking a record-extending 11th Melbourne Park title and 25th Grand Slam trophy overall to break the deadlock with Margaret Court, maintained his steady grip on the second-round clash without needing to shift into top gear.

Novak Djokovic delivers a serving masterclass in his 100th Australian Open victory - a straight-set first-round win over Spain's Pedro Martinez.

Serb showed off astounding movement in 100th win in Melbourne to begin his 22nd grand slam season in style