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Djokovic completes second career slam

───   MORGAN PIEK 08:48 Mon, 14 Jun 2021

Djokovic completes second career slam | News Article
Novak Djokovic - French Open

The world number one, Novak Djokovic, became the first men's singles player in 52 years to complete a second career slam by winning the French Open at Roland Garros.

Djokovic came from two sets down to beat Stefanos Tsitsipas from Greece 6-7, 2-6, 6-3, 6-3, and 6-4 for his 19th Grand Slam and second French Open title.

Not even Roger Federer or Rafael Nadal have managed to win each of the four Grand Slams twice.

The world's leading singles player said he is thrilled with his achievement.

“Of course, I am thrilled and I'm very proud of this achievement. I think part of the history of the sport that I love with all my heart is always something that is very inspiring and very fulfilling for me.

“I couldn't be happier and more satisfied with this kind of scenario in the last 48 hours. Probably ranks at the top three all-time achievements and experiences that I had in my professional tennis career.

“Going through a four-and-a-half battle with Rafa on his court, then bouncing back after not practicing yesterday, just coming in today with as much as recharged batteries and energy regained to fight another battle of four-and-a-half hours against Tsitsipas, who is playing in his first Grand Slam final.”

He is now just one major win away from equaling the all-time record of 20 Grand Slams held by Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.


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