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Novak Djokovic crushes Rafael Nadal in straight sets for Australian Open title

Author: Sandra Harwitt / Source: USA TODAY

MELBOURNE — It was world No. 1 Novak Djokovic and not No. 2 Rafael Nadal who carved out a slice of tennis history for himself in the Australian Open final on Sunday night.

In a near perfect performance, Djokovic captured a record seventh Australian Open title in so many finals played by dismantling Nadal 6-3, 6-2, 6-3.

Prior to this victory, Djokovic was tied with Roger Federer and Roy Emerson with six Australian titles.

Djokovic picked up his 15th career Grand Slam trophy with the win, moving into sole ownership of third place in history behind Roger Federer with 20 titles and Nadal with 17. He had been tied at 14 majors with Pete Sampras.

Upon victory, Djokovic first pumped his hands in the air and went to his knees, then kissed his hand and banged down on the court with both hands.

Last year Djokovic departed the Australian Open after a fourth-round defeat and immediately had right elbow surgery after months of problems. At the time many thought he’d seen his best days in the game, but they were wrong.

The Serb’s back to being a dominant force on the tour. He’s now won three consecutive Grand Slam titles having taken the Wimbledon and US Open trophies last year.

“I’m just trying to contemplate on the journey the last year,” Djokovic told the crowd. “I…

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