Serbian Novak Djokovic beat Spain’s Rafael Nadal in a five-set thrilling final at the Australian Open.

 

Novak Djokovic has won the longest Grand Slam final in history to defend the men’s singles crown, downing Rafael Nadal 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-7(5), 7-5.

The Serbian came from 4-2 down in the fifth set to win in 5h 53min to defeat the Spaniard for the third straight Grand Slam final.

It takes his Grand Slam tally to five and marks the first time he has defended a Grand Slam title.