Novak Djokovic played a memorable US Open final against Juan Martin Del Potro, however, the Serb emerged victorious 6-3, 7-6 (7/4), 6-3 to claim his third US Open title. Twitter was all praises for these two greats of the game for putting up a tremendous fight against each other. Match report: US Open 2018: Novak Djokovic claims his third title after beating Juan Martin Del Potro
Here’s the winning moments
What a moment. Two players impossible not to like and admire. Congratulations to @DjokerNole on in a hard fought tournament win in hot as hell conditions. And to @delpotrojuan who lit up the crowd like no other. #USOpen2018 – that’s a wrap. pic.twitter.com/qcByez8kiT
— Kristin Lemkau (@KLemkau) September 10, 2018
Reactions
Novak Djokovic said it’s Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal who have made him the player he is. @DjokerNole: Grand Slam titles unexpected Wimbledon title he has gone from strength to strength, adding a long awaited Cincinnati Masters title to his account and US Open 3rd time 2018.
— Raghava (@Raghava4mahesh) September 10, 2018
Well… helllllooooooo ?
So proud of @DjokerNole and his commitment to lock down on each & every game plan. Massive love for Marian Vajda – our daily meetings made everyone better! Tennis analytics took a massive step forward today! #USOpen pic.twitter.com/rPjc53Ev7I— Craig O’Shannessy (@BrainGameTennis) September 10, 2018
In the era of Federer and Nadal @DjokerNole has gone on to become one of the greatest.
This achievement itself is astonishing.#USOpen #Djokovic— Musaib Rafiq (@musaib_rafiq) September 10, 2018
Congrats on another @usopen title @DjokerNole! Your determination and perseverance is inspiring.
Also inspiring – @delpotrojuan, after everything you’ve been through, I know I’m not alone when I say I’m happy to see you back on this stage.
— Kevin Anderson (@KAndersonATP) September 10, 2018
Since the start of 2011, a male player has won back-to-back slams on six occasions.
On all six of those occasions, that player was Novak Djokovic.
— Charlie Eccleshare (@CDEccleshare) September 9, 2018
Congrats to @DjokerNole on being such a thoughtful humble champion. And @delpotrojuan for such an awesome achievement.
The incredible graciousness, positivity, and true humility expressed by both players is what we need here in America right now. #USOpen2018
— Ben Stiller (@RedHourBen) September 10, 2018
Congratulations to @DjokerNole on a career-defining performance against the very very very tough @delpotrojuan en route to winning the @usopen championship!
— Paul Heyman (@HeymanHustle) September 9, 2018
Unbelievable turnaround by the one and only Novak Djokovic in the last 2 months. Still can’t believe this is happening after the way things were going till the French. Love this man @DjokerNole and his competitive spirit. Champion ! ?
— Shobhit (@DjokoObsessed) September 10, 2018
Great level of tennis @usopen final!The resurgence of @DjokerNole ?and the incredible comeback story of @delpotrojuan. Congratulations to both!
— Michael Russell (@MRusselltennis) September 9, 2018