Andy Murray’s double celebration
This is Murray’s third Rogers Cup trophy, and his second ATP Masters 1000 title win this year.
Murray, who moves back to second in the rankings next week, overcame frustration as he finally beat his world number one Serbian rival following eight losses dating to the 2013 Wimbledon final.
Djokovic, chasing a 25th Masters title, saw off three championship points at 5-2 before Murray served out for the match.
Murray said after the match and in the same speech he announced the birth of Amelie Mauresmo’s baby boy that morning. It was nice that she gave birth today and obviously I was able to win against Novak for the first time in a while. I’m sure she was a little bit exhausted but Amélie, this one’s for you, thank you.
As a statement of intent, Andy Murray could not have timed the end of his eight-match losing streak against Novak Djokovic any better. “Probably me and my tennis are the last thing on her mind just now, which is totally understandable”.
“Things can better very quickly and they can get worse very quickly in sport”.
The third set had some thrilling moments with Murray dominating and Djokovic putting up a good defense, though not good enough to prevent Murray from pulling ahead 3-0.
2 spot with his semi-final win over Kei Nishikori, then solidified it with his victory over Djokovic, who remains the world No. 1.
However, Murray seemed determined to end his dismal run against Djokovic and proved he could match him both technically and, particularly on this occasion, physically, using a combination of speed, power and aggression to claim the win.
“But I also have the experience of playing in finals of the biggest events”.
It was an eventful tournament for Djokovic who complained to the umpire that he could smell cannabis on court during his win over Jeremy Chardy.
‘It’s important to analyse this week and work on areas to improve before the US Open, ‘ added Murray.
According to The Telegraph, Djokovic also told the official, “I am getting dizzy”.
In a match that lasted just over three hours, the pair traded breaks of serve in the first and second sets and all the momentum seemed to be with Djokovic heading into the decider. Previously he recorded a victory over Djokovic at the Wimbledon final in 2013. I’m trying my best.