Novak Djokovic wins Australian Open 2023, equals Nadal's Grand Slam recordSerbian sensation Novak Djokovic put up a dominant show against Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece to win the men's singles final match 6-3, 7-6(4), 7-6(5) at the Rod Laver Arena to claim the 10th Australian Open title.
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Novak Djokovic wins Australian Open 2023, equals Nadal's Grand Slam record
An emotional Novak Djokovic called it
The Serb returns to world number one as he overcame a hamstring injury and off-court drama to sweep past the Greek third seed 6-3, 7-6 (7/4), 7-6 (7/5) on Rod Laver Arena. Credit: AFP Photo
Novak Djokovic climbed to his player's box afterwards to embrace his mother and broke down in uncontrollable tears, collapsing to the ground sobbing. Credit: AFP Photo
The emphatic victory over Tsitsipas capped a remarkable return for Djokovic to Melbourne Park, having missed last year's tournament when he was deported over his Covid vaccination stance. Credit: Reuters Photo
After his three-year ban from Australia was lifted, Djokovic won the lead-up Adelaide International before reinforcing his stature as an all-time great in Melbourne. Credit: Reuters Photo
Novak's dominant win drew him level with Nadal on a record 22 Slams, two clear of Roger Federer. Credit: Reuters Photo