Djokovic defeats Murray to win Australian Open

Novak Djokovic has won the Australian Open after beating Andy Murray in straight sets for yet another Grand Slam, leaving his opponent empty-handed once again.It was a master piece as both players gave the fans an edge-sitting match.

Defeated Murray, who lost his fifth final in Melbourne, praised the world No 1 after losing out to him yet again.

He said: “I feel like I’ve been here before. I’d like to congratulate Novak. Six Australian Opens is an incredible feat and also for what he’s done the last year or so. It’s been incredible consistency.

“I’d like to thank my team for getting me into this position and helping me prepare for this. It’s been a tough few weeks for me away from the court.”

The pair exchanged pleasantries during the trophy ceremony and Djokovic is very optimistic that sooner or later, Murray will also triumph at the Australian Open.
He said: “I need to pay the respect to Andy and his team for another tournament,'” he says. “You are a great champion and a great friend. I’m sure in the future you are going to have more opportunities to fight for this trophy.”

Novak Djokovic beat Andy Murray 6-1, 7-5, 7-6 to win the Australian Open title for the sixth time and to claim his 11th grand slam.