Australian Open 2016—Melbourne, Australia
World No.1 Novak Djokovic added to his Grand Slam collection on Sunday in Melbourne, defeating No. 2 seed Andy Murray 6-1, 7-5, 7-6(3) to capture his sixth Australian Open title. Needing two hours and 53 minutes to seal his victory, Djokovic hit seven aces, won 74 percent of his first serve points, 53 percent of his second serve points and totalled 41 winners against his British opponent.
Murray, who was aiming to win his third Major title, once again fell in straight sets due to his weak second serve. Winning only 35 percent on his second delivery, Murray lost his serve on five occasions throughout the three set match. Losing for the fifth time in the Australian Open final, Murray will stay at No. 2 in the world when the latest rankings are released.
With the victory, Djokovic raised his career earnings to $96.9 million and is just short of Roger Federer (who he defeated in the semifinals), at $97.9 million.
