Italian Open: Novak Djokovic defeats Stefanos Tsitsipas for record-extending 38th Masters 1000 title, see pictures

Novak Djokovic defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final of the Italian Open 2022, bringing up his first title of the year in the process. With a 6-0, 7-6(5) victory, the World No.1 lifted his trophy in Rome, as well as his record-extending 38th Masters 1000 title. The tennis sensation has been working to find top form after missing the majority of the early-season schedule because his unvaccinated against COVID-19, which made him ineligible to compete at many events, including the Australian Open. Djokovic didn't drop a single set across five matches to win the tournament. Sharing few pictures from his winning moment, the Serbian tennis sensation wrote in caption, "Not too bad 🤌🏼😍🏆 Nothing but grateful for this amazing week and everyone’s support. I have felt immense love being in Roma @internazionalibnlditalia." Meanwhile, Djokovic became the fifth man in history to reach 1,000 Tour wins as he defeated Norway's Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-3 in the Italian Open semifinals.