After a slow start, Djokovic rallies to secure a historic victory in a four-hour epic, setting up a final against Stefanos Tsitsipas.
In a thrilling encounter on June 11, 2021, Novak Djokovic made history by overcoming Rafael Nadal in one of the most memorable matches of his career, earning a place in the French Open final. Despite a sluggish beginning where he lost the first five games, Djokovic fought back with incredible resilience, eventually winning 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (5), 6-2 in a match that lasted over four hours.
This victory marked Djokovic’s sixth appearance in a French Open final and handed Nadal only his third career loss at Roland Garros in 108 matches. With the win, Djokovic has the chance to secure his second French Open title and his 19th Grand Slam victory, which would bring him level with Nadal and Roger Federer’s record.
He will face Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final after the Greek star triumphed over Alexander Zverev in a dramatic five-set match, recovering from a set deficit and a tough fifth-set start to claim victory.
