In the end, it was the defending champion who prevailed. Yesterday, Novak Djokovic defeated Nick Kyrgios in the final to win the Wimbledon Championships 2022. Further, the Serb put on a scintillating display to get the better of his Australian opponent. In the process, he won his 21st Grand Slam title, overtaking his long-term rival, Roger Federer.
Despite his loss, Kyrgios put on an impressive display in the summit clash. As has been throughout the tournament, his serves were top-class. However, he was up against the best returner in men’s tennis, dishing out some excellent returns on Kyrgios’ big serves. After the match, Djokovic’s coach, Goran Ivanisevic, had words of praise for Kyrgios.
Novak Djokovic’s coach talks about Nick Kyrgios
Ivanisevic detailed how Djokovic prepared for the big final while heaping praise on Kyrgios. He said, “You cannot prepare for Kyrgios, he is a genius. We focused on what Novak needs to do. Kyrgios is unpredictable, by far the best serve in the world.”
Ivanisevic: You cannot prepare for Kyrgios, he is a genius. We focused on what Novak needs to do. Kyrgios is unpredictable, by far the best serve in the world. #Wimbledon #Djokovic
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In a match lasting three hours on the centre court at Wimbledon, Kyrgios began the match on a positive note, taking the opening set 6-4. However, Djokovic came back strongly to level the match by winning the second set 6-3.
Further, the Serb carried the momentum in the third set, winning it 6-4. The fourth set was a keenly fought affair. Djokovic won crucial points in the tiebreaker to take the set 7-6 (3) and defend his Wimbledon title.
Djokovic has kind words for Kyrgios after the match
During the post-match interview, Djokovic praised Kyrgios for his wonderful run in the tournament. He said, “Congrats to you and your team for an amazing tournament, I wish you all the best man I really really respect you a lot. I think you are a phenomenal tennis player and athlete and amazing talent.”
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It was Djokovic’s maiden victory over Kyrgios in three meetings. He is now just a major title away from equaling Rafael Nadal’s record of 22 Grand Slam titles. With the Serb regaining his golden touch, this race will be interesting to watch out for.
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