Novak Djokovic beats Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3 7-6 (7-4) 7-6 (7-5) to win his 10th Australian Open
Djokovic equals Rafael Nadal's men's record of 22 Grand Slam titles
Serb will become world number one on Monday
Tsitsipas still waiting for first major
Another Australian Open done and dusted for another year.
Another Grand Slam title added to Novak Djokovic's collection.
And there's no sign of him slowing down.
That's all from us today. Goodbye.
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More from Djokovic:
"I have to say this has been one of the most challenging tournaments I have ever played in my life considering the circumstances, not playing last year, coming back this year.
"I want to thank all the people who made me feel welcome, made me feel comfortable to be in Melbourne and to be in Australia. There is a reason why I have played my best tennis throughout my career in this arena.
"I try to pinch myself and really live through these moments. It's a long journey. Only the team and the family knows what we have been through in the last four or five weeks.
"I would say this is probably the biggest victory of my life, considering those circumstances.
"Thank you so much - and hopefully see you next year."
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"What a journey it has been for my family, my team and myself. I don't know where to start and where to finish. I don't take anything for granted. I know you guys sometimes tolerate the worst sides of my character and I appreciate the patience you give me.
"Why are you laughing, Goran?" he jokes to his coach. "I don't know if you guys will ever forgive me for what I have done to you all these years. This trophy is mine as much as it is yours. Thank you guys, from the bottom of my heart."
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More from Djokovic: "I would like to finish off by commenting something on Greece and Serbia. We are relatively two small countries that don't really have a tennis tradition. We didn't really have players to look up to.
"I think the message for any young tennis player around the world watching this now, dreaming to be where we are now, dream big. Anything is possible. Don't let anyone take away the dream.
"It doesn't matter where you are coming from. I think the more disadvantaged a childhood you have, the stronger you become and we are the proof of that. Don't let anybody take that dream away from you. Water it like you would water the flowers. Even if you can only find one person in the world that supports you, dream big and you can make it."
Image source, Getty ImagesHere is what 10-time Australian Open champion - and the new men's world number one - Novak Djokovic had to say:
"Good evening everyone. First of all I have to say I am touched by Stefanos' words. Thanks so much for being so kind and respectful. I think we both would agree on the court we are fierce competitors, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't respect each other and acknowledge each other's effort.
"I congratulate you on an amazing tournament. Tough luck tonight. This will not be your last Grand Slam final, you have a lot of time. You are one of the most professional players I know on the tour, and one of the most interesting."
"This is the biggest victory of my life."
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"It's not easy, another final at a Grand Slam but I am always willing to go back on court and work harder. I would like to thank my team for coming on this journey with me.
"I am happy I have group of supportive people around me, people who wake up every single day and have the same goals and ambitions as me. I'm extremely privileged that I get to do this for a living.
"I would also like to thank the Greek fans because they always make me so welcome here.
"Thank you very much and hope to see you next year."
Image source, Getty ImagesThe 2023 Australian Open runner-up, Stefanos Tsitsipas:
"Novak, I don't know what to say. It speaks for itself what you have achieved so far. It's all in the numbers.
"Congratulations. Not only to yourself but having such a supportive family. I think it is very similar the way we grew up around tennis so it's been an unbelievable journey for you.
"I admire what you've done for our sport and I think you make me a better player when are on court.
"I have had the privilege to play a lot of difficult and high intensity matches but I would like to say one more time Novak brings out the best in me. He's one of the greatest in our sport and he's the greatest that has ever held a tennis racquet for sure.
"I'd like to think to thank you for pushing our sport so far. I think it deserves a player like you who pushes every single player that's involved in the sport to the max."
Image source, Getty ImagesThe world number one.
Again.
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Jonathan Jurejko
BBC Sport at Melbourne Park
When Tsitsipas says Djokovic is "one of the greatest", there are a few retorts from the Laver crowd.
"He is the greatest!"
Tsitsipas pauses, thinks for a moment and then reassesses.
"OK, he is the greatest that has held a racquet".
Tsitsipas calls Djokovic "the greatest that has ever held a tennis racquet".
Full quotes from today's runner-up coming up shortly.
Nick Kyrgios says Novak Djokovic will go on to win 28 Grand Slam titles 'easy'.
Number 22 is in the bag. And on the jacket.
How many do you think the 35-year-old will end his glistening career with?
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For the presentation ceremony, Djokovic has donned a jacket with '22' on it.
Having that in your bag before the final - that's confidence.
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Pat Cash
Former Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 Live
Tsitsipas was probably the better player for the second set but when it really mattered Stefanos just fell to pieces. Only Tsitsipas' serve was keeping him in it.
It is absolutely phenomenal to come in with a hamstring issue and to only lose one set.
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Annabel Croft
Former British number one on BBC Radio 5 Live
This is like his whole body has gone weak with emotion of everything he has gone through and it is all just pouring out of him. He is sobbing into his towel.
Tsitsipas 3-6 6-7 (4-7) 6-7 (5-7) Djokovic
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Russell Fuller
Tennis correspondent at Melbourne Park
I have rarely seen Novak Djokovic cry like that.
After that incredibly painful experience for him last year, being kicked out of the country and having your visa cancelled on the even of the championship as defending champion, the incentive could not have been greater.
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