On Sunday (June 13) at Roland Garros in Paris, World No. 1 Novak Djokovic proved why he’s thought-about one of many legends of the sport, when he got here again after conceding the primary two units to clinch the French Open 2021 title. It was a match for the ages as the highest seed was stretched to the restrict. With the win, Djokovic bagged his nineteenth Major and second French Open title.
Djokovic edged out an impressed Tsitsipas 6-7(6), 2-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 after preventing for greater than 4 hours. The win ensured Djokovic acquired reward from all quarters for his magnificent effort. Even the cricketers lavished reward on Djokovic, who is sort of fashionable all throughout the globe.
After his efficiency floored many, Sachin Tendulkar reacted to his type of play and lauded the Serb. He wrote, “WHAT A FINAL! Exploding head. Great comeback by Novak after some tough matches. He was physically strong, tactically smart & mentally tough..that’s where he won the Final. Amazing game by @steftsitsipas & I’m sure he’ll win a handful of Grand Slams in the years to come.”
Here is how the cricket fraternity reacted:
WHAT A FINAL!
Great comeback by Novak after some robust matches.
He was bodily sturdy, tactically good & mentally robust..that is the place he received the Final.
Amazing sport by @steftsitsipas & I’m positive he’ll win a handful of Grand Slams within the years to come back.#RolandGarros pic.twitter.com/XWFqMLXucK
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) June 13, 2021
Many congratulations to Novak Djokovic on successful his nineteenth grand slam . To comeback after trailing ,and win the best way he did simply confirmed the immense self perception and psychological toughness. True Champion #frenchopenfinal pic.twitter.com/rCcxIi1KvG
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) June 13, 2021
Three time champion, Gustavo Kuerten of Brazil wrote, “What a final!!!! Bravo, @djokernole!!! Congratulations for your second @rolandgarros title!!!”
What a ultimate!!!! Bravo, @djokernole!!! Congratulations on your second @rolandgarros title!!! pic.twitter.com/2c25mQhZmJ
— Gustavo Kuerten (@gugakuerten) June 13, 2021
Straight after his victory over the 22-year-old, Djokovic delivered a particular message for his followers, particularly from his dwelling nation – Serbia. “I would like to send my big regards to all the people in Serbia who have supported me and to everyone who has come out to watch us. It has been an unforgettable few moments for me in my life and my career. I will definitely remember these last 48 hours in my life,” the 19-time Grand Slam champion mentioned in an on-court interview.