Australian Open 2019 final result: Novak Djokovic beats Rafael Nadal in Melbourne

Latest reaction from the 2019 men's final at Melbourne Park

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Novak Djokovic is the 2019 Australian Open champion after crushing Rafael Nadal in a surprisingly one-sided men's final in Melbourne.

The world No 1 and world No 2 met for the 53rd time but there was only ever one winner at Melbourne Park as the Serb exploded out of the blocks and won going away 6-3, 6-2, 6-3 after breaking the Spaniard's serve five times and only facing one break point himself. The victory, a seventh Down Under, moves him one clear of Roger Federer as the most decorated male player in the tournament's history.

Here's how it all played out:

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Key Points

• Novak Djokovic beats Rafael Nadal in the 2019 Australian Open final
• The Serb triumphs in two hours, six minutes: 6-3, 6-2, 6-3
• The No 1 faces now has a 28-25 record over the world No 2
• Djokovic now moves ahead of Roger Federer with the most Australian Open titles (7)
• It is Djokovic's 15th Grand Slam, two behind Nadal and five behind Federer's record (20)
• It sets up Djokovic to hold all four Slams at simultaneously should he win the French Open

[27 January 2019 11:14 · Kieran Jackson]

Djokovic: "I've been through a surgery and injury myself 12 months ago, and to be standing here today is truly amazing. I'm speechless."

"I would like to thank my team. It's an individual sport, but you guys are behind me and with me on my bad days."

"I would like to say hello to my family - I hope they've been watching, they said at least before the match they'd be watching!"

Trophies are more special when I have someone special to share them with. I want to thank them for the love and support throughout the years, I try to always remind myself not to take that for granted."

[27 January 2019 11:16 · Kieran Jackson]

Djokovic: "I would have to agree with Rafa that this is the best tournament in the world. 

"It is a huge honour to play in front of you, so thank you for your support."

"Thank you to the fans for coming in numbers since Day 1, and I can't wait to come back next year. Thank you very much!"

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Rafael Nadal departs Rod Laver Arena whilst Novak Djokovic poses for the camera with a big smile. He's earned that trophy tonight, an unbelievable performance by the Serb.

[27 January 2019 11:22 · Kieran Jackson]

Golden generation.

[27 January 2019 11:25 · Kieran Jackson]

Nadal's post-match speech in full: 

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Here's a report from our man in Melbourne, Paul Newman:

[27 January 2019 11:34 · Kieran Jackson]

Well that's all from us on a day Novak Djokovic dominated Rafael Nadal from start to finish in Melbourne. His 7th title, and he'll have the opportunity to hold all four Slams simultaneously at the French Open in May. 

It's been a fantastic tournament - thanks for joining us here on The Independent live blog!

See you next time!