Djokovic on Tsitsipas: “Very sweet win against one of the best in the world”

Novak Djokovic (No. 7) was very happy. One of the fittest tennis players in the world defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas (No. 5) in the semi-finals of the Paris Masters and is heading towards his 7th title at the Paris tournament with mathematical precision.

The number 7 in the world prevailed against the Greek champions after an exciting and spectacular fight 6:2, 3:6, 7:6(4) and described the victory as very sweet.

“Of course it’s a very sweet victory to win a match like that against one of the best in the world. I started very well again, with clean shots like in the quarterfinals. I had my chances in the second set but I couldn’t.” Make break. The momentum has changed, people have come into the game and I think Stefanos has raised his level.” Said Nole.

“We rightly fought to the last point, to the last blow. In the end we scored great points. I am very happy that I was able to master this challenge.” added the 36-year-old.

Now Djokovic meets the equally in-form Holger Rooney, who previously beat fellow fire hazard Felix Ozer Aliasim 6-4, 6-2 in the new generation derby.

“He’s a great guy. It’s very good for tennis. He’s trying his best. He’s a fantastic fighter. We get along very well, we’ve trained in Monaco many times. I know his family very well. He has all that deserves success. Tomorrow he has to fight to win. We’re good friends but we’re professionals on the pitch and I’m sure he’s looking forward to playing in his first Masters final.” said the Serb about the last fight with Rune.

The final will take place on Sunday at 4:00 p.m. (Cosmote Sport 6HD and live from Sportish).

Source: Tennis24