Novak Djokovic lauds super Stan Wawrinka

Novak Djokovic admits he was simply beaten by the better player as Stan Wawrinka stunned the Serb with a four-set victory in the French Open final.

Djokovic entered Philippe Chatrier as strong favourite to win his first title at Roland Garros and complete a career grand slam but Wawrinka turned the form-book upside-down with a 4-6 6-4 6-3 6-4 victory.

The loss brings an end to Djokovic’s 28-match unbeaten streak and means the eight-time major champion’s winless run in Paris extends to 11 attempts.