Who defeated Rafael Nadal in 2012?
Djokovic
Djokovic defeated Nadal 5–7, 6–4, 6–2, 6–7, 7–5 to win the tournament. It was the longest Grand Slam final match (by duration) in history, lasting 5 hours 53 minutes, overtaking the record previously set by the 1988 US Open final between Mats Wilander and Ivan Lendl.
Who won the 2012 Australian Open men’s final?
Novak Djokovic
Djokovic Beats Nadal In Epic 2012 Australian Open Final. World No. 1 Novak Djokovic captured his fifth Grand Slam championship title as he defeated No. 2-ranked Rafael Nadal 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-7(5), 7-5 in an epic final contest at the Australian Open on Sunday night in Melbourne.
How long did Nadal vs Djokovic last?
five hours and 53 minutes
It’s rare that a tennis match stops a nation – let alone the entire world – but that’s exactly what happened during the 2012 Australian Open men’s final. The match was between Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal, and it lasted a jaw-dropping five hours and 53 minutes – the longest Grand Slam final of all time.
Who won the 2011 Australian Open men’s final?
Novak Djokovic defeated Andy Murray 6–4, 6–2, 6–3 in the final to win the Men’s Singles tennis title at the 2011 Australian Open. It was Djokovic’s second title at the Australian Open, and second Major title overall. Roger Federer was the defending champion, but was defeated in the semifinals by Djokovic.
What is the greatest tennis match of all time?
Novak Djokovic Ends Rafael Nadal’s 35-Match Winning Streak At French Open. In what some are already calling “The Greatest Match Ever Played,” world No. 1 Novak Djokovic knocked The King of Clay off his throne.
What is the best tennis match of all time?
Who won the Australian Open in 2010?
Roger Federer
Roger Federer was the men’s champion, defeating finalist Andy Murray in straight sets 6–3, 6–4, 7–6(11).
Who was the winner of the 2012 Australian Open?
2012 Australian Open – Men’s Singles. Novak Djokovic successfully defended his title in defeating Rafael Nadal in the final 5–7, 6–4, 6–2, 6–7 (5–7), 7–5 to win the Men’s Singles tennis title at the 2012 Australian Open.
Where was the Australian Open tennis tournament held?
The 2012 Australian Open was a tennis tournament that took place in Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia from 16 to 29 January 2012.
How did Djokovic win the Australian Open final?
Nadal broke in the sixth game to take a 4–2 lead; Djokovic then broke back to level at 4–4. Finally, Djokovic made a decisive break of serve to win what is, in terms of duration, both the longest Grand Slam final in the Open Era and also the longest match in the history of the Australian Open.
Who was in the second round of the Australian Open?
Alex Bogomolov, Jr. (Second round) a Florent Serra advanced to the second round after Steve Darcis was forced to retire in the third set, leading two sets to love, because of leg cramps. b David Nalbandian advanced to the second round after Jarkko Nieminen was forced to retire in the second set because of stomach cramps.
