Novak Djokovic remains on course to win a record-equaling 22nd grand slam title after easily beating Tommy Paul in straight sets in the Australian Open semifinals
The Serbian faced stiff opposition from the big-hitting Paul in his 7-5 6-1 6-2 victory to reach his 33rd grand slam final. His victory came just hours after Tsitsipas had beaten Russian Karen Khachanov 7-6 6-4 6-7 6-3 to reach his second career grand slam final. The final is set to be a thrilling encounter and whoever wins will be crowned the new men’s world No.1.
Long rallies and you could feel the heavy legs in the first set but I was fortunate to hold my nerves. After that I was swinging through the ball more and I am just pleased to get through another final.” It was the end of the road for Paul who had shocked many by reaching the first grand slam semifinal of his career. Currently ranked No.
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