No Djokovic record in New York: Medvedev wins clearly

The 25-year-old tennis professional from Russia defeated the world number one last night (CEST) in New York 6:4, 6:4, 6:4 and won the first Grand Slam title of his career. “Sorry Novak and fans. We all knew what he was trying to achieve today,” said Medvedev in his speech at the award ceremony and then spoke directly to his defeated opponent. "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." “I love you and I’ll see you again soon.” Novak Djokovic after the match Due to the surprisingly significant defeat, Djokovic missed the Grand Slam of victories at all four majors in one calendar year. The Australian Rod Laver last achieved this in 1969. “My heart is filled with joy and I am the happiest man alive because you made me feel special,” Djokovic said to the audience. “You touched my soul. I've never felt this way in New York. Thank you very much. I love you and I’ll see you again soon.” The 34-year-old Serb also has to share the record for most Grand Slam titles with Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. All three are at 20. Medvedev, second in the world rankings, lost the finals at the US Open 2019 and at the Australian Open in January. Medvedev wins in a hurry As in the previous rounds, Djokovic lost the first set again - but the fact that he had to give up his first service game to Medvedev was unusual and, in retrospect, a pointer. After just 36 minutes, Djokovic was 0-1 behind in sets against an opponent who had everything under control. Even three break points for Djokovic and the spectators unabashedly cheering for the Serb at the beginning of the second round did not upset his 25-year-old opponent. Whatever Djokovic did, the 1,98 meter tall Medvedev was quick enough and good enough to respond in too many situations. After 90 minutes he had won the second set, and two more breaks in the third set finally paved the way to victory.

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No Djokovic record in New York: Medvedev wins clearly

Daniil Medvedev won the US Open and prevented Novak Djokovic from completely triumphing at the Grand Slam tournaments this year. It's also a first for the Russian.

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