Novak Djokovic proud of ‘special journey’ to 22nd grand slam title

Djokovic also reclaimed the world number one ranking from Carlos Alcaraz.

Novak Djokovic kisses the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup (Aaron Favila/AP)

A tearful Novak Djokovic described his record-equalling 22nd grand slam title as the biggest victory of his life after overcoming injury and difficult emotions to triumph once again at the Australian Open.

A year after seeing Rafael Nadal pull ahead in the all-time men’s standings while he tried to process the fall-out from his deportation from Australia, Djokovic has been determined to show that Rod Laver Arena is his stage.