Ten-time Australian Open champion (tied with Rafael Nadal for the most Grand Slam titles) Novak Djokovic said that, given the circumstances, his victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas was the biggest of his career.

Novak Djokovic and the biggest victory in his career

Nole recalled that he was unable to participate in last year’s edition of the competition in Melbourne (he is not vaccinated against Covid-19) and also mentioned the problems he faced in recent weeks (left hip injury).

“First of all, I want to say that I am touched by Stefanos’ words. Thank you for being so kind and I appreciate it. We both want to win when we’re on the pitch, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have to respect each other. We know each other and appreciate each other’s efforts. Today was also a good fight. This is definitely not your last Grand Slam final, you have more time ahead of you than I do.

Congratulations to your team. for your family, I know how much time you spend to become a better player. Off the field you are one of the most professional players. You are a very interesting person. I really believe that. I want to talk about the relations between Serbia and Greece. We are two small countries that do not have great tennis traditions. We don’t have many players reach that level.

I think the message for all the young people in the world watching this now and trying to become tennis players is to dream the best, no one should steal your dreams no matter where you come from. I think a childhood full of hardships and challenges makes you stronger, and I think Stefanos and I are two examples of that. Even if only one person in the world accepts your dreams, find that person and believe that you can succeed!

My next thoughts are about my team, my family. I don’t know where to start! I thank them for tolerating the worst part of my personality, both on and off the field. But I appreciate the support, patience and love you give me. Goran, I don’t know if you will ever forgive me for all these years. This trophy is mine as well as yours, I thank them from the bottom of my heart.

It was one of the most difficult tournaments, considering the circumstances, I came back here after not playing last year. I want to thank everyone who made me feel like I was in Australia. They made me feel comfortable and that’s one of the reasons why I played the best tennis of my career here on this court against the legendary Rod Laver.

I try to pinch myself to see if this moment is real. Only the team and family know what we went through in the last 4-5 weeks. This is the biggest victory in my career, given the circumstances” – Novak Djokovicat the award ceremony, Eurosport cites.

Know:

• Novak Djokovic and Stefanos Tsitsipas have now met 13 times on the world stage with the score 11-2 in favor of the Serb.

• The Greek’s last victory dates back to 2019, at the Shanghai Masters, and Novak has won the last 10 head-to-head meetings.

• Nole had previously beaten Stefanos in the 2021 Roland Garros Grand Slam final when Tsitsipas led 2-0 in sets, but the Serb staged an impressive comeback.

• Novak Djokovic will be the world leader for the 374th week. On the other hand, Stefanos Tsitsipas will rise to the 3rd place in the ATP ranking.

Ranking of Grand Slam titles

1. Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic 22

3. Roger Federer 20 etc.

Athletes with the most titles won at the Australian Open – Open Era

1. Novak Djokovic 10 (2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023)

2. Roger Federer 6 (2004, 2006, 2007, 2010, 2010, 2017, 2018)

3. Andre Agassi 4 (1995, 2000, 2001, 2003) and others.