That's why Djokovic burst into tears during the game

At that point, Novak Djokovic had not yet lost the US Open final against Daniil Medvedev, which made his emotional outburst all the more surprising for the audience. However, it wasn't the only special moment that evening in New York. After all, the eventual winner gave his wife a Grand Slam title and a winner's check of $2,5 million for their wedding anniversary.

The most moving scene of the final was delivered by Djokovic, who was otherwise so cool and had strong nerves. The 34-year-old could no longer control his emotions before the final rally to make it 4:6, 4:6, 4:6 and the end of his dreams of the rare Grand Slam.

The disappointment and sadness combined with the overwhelming support from the stands was too much. “The amount of support, energy and love I got from the audience is something I will remember forever,” the Serbian said. That's why he cried. “The emotions, the energy was so strong. I think that's as strong as winning 21 Grand Slams." While still on the pitch, he said to the spectators: "You touched my soul. I've never felt this way in New York. Thank you very much.” 27 wins, 1 loss Because more little worked for him in the 145 minutes in the Billie Jean King facility that day than he has ever had in a major final, the world number one remains unchanged at 20 wins and continues to share the record with Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. He also narrowly missed the Grand Slam of victories in all four tournaments within a year - he was undefeated for 27 games at the majors in 2021. Then came Medvedev, second in the world rankings, who immediately took his first serve and played better tennis.

“I'm sorry for Novak, I can't imagine what he feels,” said the 25-year-old Russian. In his victory speech on the court, he made a confession that was unique to him: "I've never said this to anyone before, but I'm saying it to you now: For me, you are the greatest tennis player in history."

Novak Djokovic's racket had to believe in it. © APA/afp / KENA BETANCUR

In the final it quickly became clear that Djokovic had expected the strongest possible opponent in Medvedev. As in the previous rounds, he lost the first set - but the fact that he had to give up his first serve game was unusual. After just 36 minutes he was 0-1 down in sets against an opponent who had everything under control.

Djokovic was pissed off, frustrated and destroyed a racket in the second set. Whatever he did, the 1,98 meter tall Medvedev was quick enough and good enough to respond in too many situations. After 90 minutes, Djokovic had also lost the second set. After that, Medvedev's path to the title was paved. “Russians know how to party” Daniil Medvedev After the Austrian Dominic Thiem a year ago, Medvedev is now the next generation to win a Grand Slam tournament - and the first to do so against one of the big three, Djokovic, Nadal and Federer.

The victory at the US Open saved Medvedev from empty-handed wedding anniversary. Three years after marrying his wife Daria, he won the first Grand Slam title of his career and also received a winner's check for $2,5 million. “This should help with shopping,” joked the ceremony host. Medvedev had previously reported in his victory speech at the Arthur Ashe Stadium that he had not had time during the tournament to think about a gift for his wife and was worried about that. “I thought I just had to win,” he said, adding: “Russians know how to celebrate. I hope I don't end up on the news. If so, it will be in a good way. I will definitely be celebrating in the coming days.”

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That's why Djokovic burst into tears during the game

Novak Djokovic sat on his bench surrounded by 25.703 spectators in the largest tennis stadium in the world and cried bitterly into his towel.

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