In a gripping final, Djokovic triumphs in Cincinnati Open, fighting off match point and heat to defeat Alcaraz 5-7, 7-6 (7), 7-6 (4).

Djokovic Beats Carlos 

Djokovic Beats Carlos 

In a 4-hour duel, Djokovic avenges Wimbledon loss to Alcaraz, winning 3rd Cincinnati title. Collapses on his back and then take his shirt off in triumph.

CINCINNATI FINALE

In stifling humidity, Djokovic struggled as Alcaraz took the first set with a backhand winner, due to his limited movement.

FIRST SET

Despite over 10 hours on court this week, Alcaraz seemed energetic, taking a 4-2 lead. Yet, his 4-3 service game with 4 errors revived Djokovic's hopes.

SECOND SET

Deciding set: Djokovic breaks at 4-3 on 5th try. Drama ensues: 2 unconverted match points at 5-3, Alcaraz saves 2, breaks back at 5-5. Djokovic triumphs in tiebreak.

THIRD SET

This win gave Novak Djokovic his career’s 95th title and 39th masters 1000 crown. Djokovic and Carlos receiving trophies after finals

NOVAK TOTAL TITLES

What Djokovic said about Carlos?

"You never give up, do you?"  "I love that about you. I hope we meet in New York. That would be fun