Djokovic : Australian Open Champion

Novak Djokovic beat Rafa Nadal :

5-7

6-4

6-2

6-7

7-5

Novak Djokovic clinched a spectacular Australian Open after a thrilling final against Rafa Nadal, a superb advert for the game of tennis. After almost 6 hours of sporting gold, Djokovic finally sealed the victory. In the deciding 5th set Djokovic fought back from 4-2 down to finally win 7-5, capping a great start to 2012 for the man who had such a stunning 2011. It was great testament to both athletes who came through 5 set semi finals just a few days ago, and in Nadal the spectacle had a loser who left with much acclaim and dignity after a great performance.

The next Grand Slam begins on May 28th, running till the 10th of June, which is Roland Garros and the French Open. You can be sure that these two, along with Federer and Murray, will be back battling it out for glory there.

HA