The seven-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic defeated six-time champion Roger Federer 7-6(1), 6-4, 6-3 and reached his 26th career Grand Slam final. The Serb now awaits Alexander Zverev or Dominic Thiem in the finals of Australian Open 2020.
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The Serbian star Novak Djokovic turned around of the first set after trailing by 4-1(40-0*). He was flawless against his greatest adversary Roger Federer in the first set tiebreak and made no unforced errors in the breaker. He pulled off the second set with a break of serve in the last game.
In the third set, Novak clinched a break at 4-2 and swiftly consolidated it for a 5-2 lead. There was one-way traffic in the third set and Djokovic swiftly converted his first match point as Federer netted the ball. And the World Number two Djokovic will turn World Number one if he clinches his eighth Aussie crown on Sunday.
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“Respect to Roger” – Novak Djokovic
After his victory, Djokovic reflected on his sluggish start in the first set on the Rod Laver Arena. Also, Federer wasn’t fully fit for a major semifinal match since he had some pain in his groin and also canceled his practice sessions.
“It could have definitely gone a different way. He started off really well, I was pretty nervous at the beginning. Respect to Roger for coming out tonight, he was obviously hurt and wasn’t close to his best in terms of movement. It was not the right mindset from me at the beginning of the match, I was looking at how he was moving rather than executing my shots. I managed to dig my way back and it was very important to win that first set,” Novak Djokovic said.
DJOKOVIC DELIVERS! @DjokerNole is into his 26th Grand Slam final after defeating Federer 7-6 6-4 6-3. #AusOpen
GAME. SET. MATCH. @DjokerNole beats Roger Federer 7-6(1), 6-4, 6-3 to advance into his 8th @AustralianOpen final. BRAVO NOLE!!! #AusOpen
REMARKABLE from @DjokerNole! #AusOpen
Don't think I've ever seen any tennis player in the history of the sport who has the kind of self belief like Novak Djokovic. EVER!
I'm just so impressed that Roger won't give up. He's stubborn . He's injured yet he's adamant. Gosh , he's my favourite person in the whole world . Hat's off to you ,my brave king !! He never wants to retire from any match in his career. Come on,Roger 🤞🤞🙏🙏💪💪
Djokovic's 26 Grand Slam finals #AusOpen - 8 (7-0*) Roland Garros - 4 (1-3) Wimbledon - 6 (5-1) US Open - 8 (3-5)
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Take care 🙏 Our SUPERMAN 🥰💞@rogerfederer See you #MatchinAfrica We are always with you . CHAMPION CHALLENGER GAME CHANGER WORLD ICON BELOVED OF ALL One & Only ROGER FEDERER ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜💖
Just Thank You Roger!!! Thank you for everything!! Onward!! 💥🇨🇭🍀 @rogerfederer
Idemoooooo!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🙌🙌🙌🙌
RELENTLESS 💪 @DjokerNole remains unbeaten in #AusOpen semi-finals, defeating Federer 7-6 6-4 6-3 to reach an EIGHTH final in Melbourne! @AustralianOpen pic.x.com/BLzwhObYE9
Nothing but love to you, respect and huge admiration. It would have been easier not to play, but you were there, trying. Thanks for everything you have given us, these days. Proud of being your fan. You take care .💗👑
So much respect & proud of you @rogerfederer ❤ (Getty)
Fans did not appreciate Novak Djokovic’s victory celebration
After winning against Federer, Djokovic wagged his finger and the tennis audience was not pleased with it.
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Djokovic‘s victory celebration is so artificial and exaggerated, I have no words, sorry 🤮
Can’t believe Djokovic is imitating Roger’s #1 finger celebration. More reason to despise his “bedan” winning attitude.
Federer was not pleased by Djokovic’s celebration after winning the second set. Represents why Djokovic can be polarizing: some people love that stuff, some people can’t stand it. Tough to please everyone.
Three things I can't stomach: 1. Marmite 2. Djokovic celebrations 3. People below par against Djokovic....
For what? He didn't complain to the umpire about the celebration or talk back to Djokovic. He just walked back to his seat. How is that being a baby? 😂😂😂
See ehnn..djokovic dey do all dese shouts and celebration make pepper federer more😂..pure shithousery