Djokovic beats Tsitsipas in the men's singles final of the Australian Open in Melbourne

MELBOURNE — Novak Djokovic found his latest trip to Australia far less complicated, and far more successful, than that of a year ago.

Unable to enter his favorite event in 2022 after being deported from the country because he was not vaccinated against COVID-19, Djokovic accomplished all he could have wanted upon his return: He resumed his winning ways at Melbourne Park and made it back to the top of tennis.

Only briefly challenged in the final on Sunday night, Djokovic was simply better at the most crucial moments and beat Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 7-6 (4), 7-6 (5) for a record-extending 10th Australian Open championship and record-tying 22nd Grand Slam title overall. As a bonus, Djokovic will vault from No 5 to No 1 in the ATP world rankings, a spot he has already held for more weeks than any other man.

Djokovic stretched his unbeaten streak in Melbourne to 28 matches, the longest run at the tournament for a man in the Open era, which dates back to 1968.

This was also the 93rd ATP tour-level title for Djokovic.

 

Congratulation.

2023-01-30 11:00
JAN. 29 2023 Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates with the trophy following his victory against Stefanos Tsitsipas. 6-3, 7-6 (4), 7-6 (5) for a record-extending 10th Australian Open championship and record-tying 22nd Grand Slam title overall.
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