Djokovic Defeats Murray in Marathon Match

2012-01-27 21:45:05 CRIENGLISH.com Web Editor: Zhangxu

Defending champion Novak Djokovic has defeated the fourth seed Andy Murray to advance to the men's final of the Australian Open.

Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates after defeating Andy Murray of Britain in their men's singles semi-final at the Australian Open in Melbourne January 27, 2012. [Photo: Sina.com.cn]

Defending champion Novak Djokovic has defeated the fourth seed Andy Murray to advance to the men's final of the Australian Open.

The match lasted for almost five hours, and saw tremendous efforts from both players. Both had chances to take the match, but in the end, it was four-time grand slam champion Djokovic who came out on top with 6-3, 3-6, 6-7, 6-1 and 7-5.

Djokovic will next face the second seed Rafael Nadal in Sunday's final. The two met six times last year, and Djokovic won all.

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