Novak Djokovic defeated Dominic Thiem in five sets during Sunday's final match
While accepting his trophy, Djokovic started by congratulating Thiem, 26, for his “amazing” run throughout the tournament.
“It wasn’t meant to be tonight, tough luck. It was a tough match and you were very close to win it and you definitely have a lot more time in your career and I’m sure you will get one of the grand slam trophies — and more. More than one,” he said. Austria’s Thiem, 26, entered the match hoping to win his first major championship after taking out Alexander Zverev in the semifinals on Friday. Djokovic on the other hand, headed into the final with seven previous Australian Open wins under his belt.At the women’s singles final on Saturday, Sofia Kenin edged out Garbiñe Muguruza to claim a victory.
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