Melbourne, Jan. 30 -- Novak Djokovic produced a masterclass in tactical adaptability, physical endurance and mental resilience to outlast defending champion Jannik Sinner in a pulsating five-set semi-final, sealing a 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 victory to reach the Australian Open 2026 men's singles final at the Rod Laver Arena on Friday night.
At 38, Djokovic once again demonstrated why he remains one of the greatest problem-solvers the sport has known, dismantling Sinner's power game over the course of three hours through subtle but decisive strategic shifts.
Sinner began the contest with authority, breaking Djokovic in the opening game and racing to a 3-0 lead as the Serb struggled with timing and depth. From a technical standpoint, Sinner...