Djokovic wins sixth ATP Finals title

Novak Djokovic defeated Casper Ruud 7-5, 6-3 to conquer the ATP Finals for a record-tying sixth time, adding this year’s title to his previous triumphs at the season-ending championships in 2008, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.

🏆C🏆H🏆A🏆M🏆P🏆@DjokerNole captures a record-tying SIXTH year-end singles trophy defeating Ruud 7-5 6-3 in Torino.#NittoATPFinals pic.twitter.com/rT6q3b5Wjx

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The Serbian also became the first player ever to win the ATP Finals in three different decades—the 2000s, 2010s and 2020s.

“Seven years, it’s been a long time,” Djokovic said the final in the Italian city of Torino.

Tara in the trophy 😂#NittoATPFinals | @DjokerNole pic.twitter.com/K9VsuOweBZ

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“You know, at the same time, the fact that I waited seven years makes this victory even sweeter, and even bigger.

“It’s the finals – usually these matches are decided on very small margins, and one break was enough in both sets.

“I knew Casper was playing really well coming into this match. I think we both served very well. I think in some decisive moments, like in that 12th game of the first set, I just managed to put a few returns back in play, make him run, make him play.

“I was really pleased with the way I was playing from the back of the court. With my forehand I was looking to be very aggressive, and it worked great.

“I’m really pleased with the performance.”