Novak Djokovic eyes further success after claiming eighth Australian Open crown

Novak Djokovic has beaten Dominic Thiem in a titanic five-set final to claim a record-extending eighth Australian Open crown at Melbourne Park.

Serbia's Novak Djokovic Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne Source: AP

Eight isn't enough for Novak Djokovic as the superstar Serb savours one of the most dramatic grand slam triumphs of his illustrious career.

Djokovic overcame illness, an extraordinary mid-match collapse and an inspired Dominic Thiem to claim a record-extending eighth Australian Open crown in a titanic battle laced with controversy and drama on Sunday night.

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