Another day, another incredible statistic for Novak Djokovic, who on Sunday defeated 94th-ranked Juan Pablo Varillas, 6-3, 6-2, 6-2. In doing so, the superb Serb reached the quarterfinals of Roland Garros for an incomparable 14th consecutive year, a streak unequaled by even Rafael Nadal.
Speaking of Nadal, Djokovic's win broke a terre battue tie with the King of Clay. Coming into this tournament, both 22-time Grand Slam champions had reached the quarterfinals of Roland Garros 16 times over their careers. Now, Djokovic pulls ahead with a 17th time in the elite huit.
Djokovic, of course, is also trying to pull ahead of Nadal with a 23rd major title.