Tsitsipas began the final with a double fault. Novak Djokovic reacts after winning a point against Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece during their final match of the French Open.(AP)ĪLSO READ| Novak Djokovic wins 2021 French Open- All numbers and records attached to his 19th Grand Slam title It was a heart-breaking loss for Tsitsipas, who was dominating the match till the start of the third set. Djokovic was two sets down in the match before managing to elevate his game in the last three sets. It’s great being back here.Novak Djokovic has claimed his second French Open title after coming from behind to defeat Stefanos Tsitsipas at Roland Garros. For me, it’s been a while since I’ve stepped on court and played a match. “This tournament always has such good energy,” Tsitsipas said. Set to compete for the first time since the ATP 500 in Rotterdam, the 24-year-old is thrilled to be back at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Tsitsipas’ best result in Indian Wells was a quarter-final appearance in 2021, when he was ousted by eventual finalist Nikoloz Basilashvili. Credit: Darrian Traynor/Getty Imagesīoasting a 13-2 record in 2023, the Australian Open finalist turns his attention to the California desert, where he will be in action Friday against Australian Jordan Thompson, who Tsitsipas has defeated in both of their meetings (‘19 Washington, D.C., ‘22 Wimbledon). Stefanos Tsitsipas practises at the 2023 Australian Open while Coach Mark Philippoussis watches on. There’s so much compatibility in terms of team chemistry but also our philosophy behind the tennis we’re trying to pursue.” “I very much enjoy this relationship that the two of us have.
He can relate to a lot of things that have happened to me and sees a little bit of himself in me in some circumstances and situations. “I think the fact that he’s lived these things himself on the tour and he’s able to provide some to me now is essential.
“Mark is a very wise man, he has a lot of knowledge,” Tsitsipas said ahead of the 2023 BNP Paribas Open. The former Wimbledon and US Open finalist joined Tsitsipas' father Apostolos in the coaches' box in the second half of last season. Stefanos Tsitsipas says that his coaching partnership with Mark Philippoussis, an Australian with a proud Greek heritage, has been a resounding success.
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