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Djokovic claims Madrid Open

Novak Djokovic saw off the challenge of Andy Murray to claim his first Madrid Open title since 2011.

The Serbian was taken to three sets by Murray but eventually prevailed 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 in Spain.

Djokovic started strongly, breaking the Murray serve at the first time of asking and promptly romping to victory in the opening set, but the Scot refused to buckle.

A double fault from Djokovic in the fourth game of the second set handed Murray the opportunity to haul himself back into the contest, and the British No 1 took his chance to force a decider.

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His Serbian opponent was quick to counter in the third set, breaking to go 2-0 in front, before producing another double fault to allow Murray another reprieve.

However, Djokovic fought back once again and broke at 4-2 before holding his serve – including saving seven break points in the final service game of the match – to claim his first Madrid Open title in five years.

The win was Djokovic’s 23rd against Murray, with the Scot having come out on top nine times previously.

 

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