Novak Djokovic Wins 17th Grand Slam At The Australian Open Final

Novak Djokovic has claimed his 17th grand slam after defeating Dominic Thiem, world No 4 on Sunday.

It took Djokovic three hours, 59 minutes in an enthralling 6-4 4-6 2-6 6-3 6-4. The win has made Djokovic the World No 1 and the first man in the Open Era to win a grand slam title in three decades. Djokovic is now three titles away from equaling Roger Federer’s record and two away from Rafael Nadal.

Djokovic said;

“I would like to start by saying congratulations to Dominic for an amazing tournament. It wasn’t meant to be tonight. Tough luck and it was a tough match, but you were very close to winning it and you have a lot more time in your career and I’m sure that you will get one of the Grand Slam trophies. More than one.”

Thiem also said;

“I would like to start by saying a huge congrats to Novak, an amazing achievement. It’s unreal what you and your team are doing, throughout all these years. You, and also two other guys [Nadal and Federer] have brought men’s tennis to a completely new level and I’m proud and happy to compete and be a part of these times. I fell short today, but I hope to get revenge soon.

“I have experienced such huge support throughout these two weeks… It is one of the best events in all sports and I am looking forward to returning next year.”