Rafael Nadal defeats Novak Djokovic to secure record-improving 13th triumph at Roland Garros, becomes tied with Roger Federer as player with most men’s singles major titles.Rafael Nadal has defeated world number one Novak Djokovic in the French Open final to equal Roger Federer’s record of 20 Grand Slam titles.The Spanish superstar and world number two beat his Serbian opponent 6-0, 6-2, 7-5 on Sunday, securing his record-improving 13th triumph at Roland Garros.He is now tied with Federer, of Switzerland, as the player with the most men’s singles major titles.Nadal did not cede a set in his favorite tournament this year. He improved to 100-2 at the French Open, including a combined 26-0 in semifinals and finals, and picked up his fourth consecutive title in Paris.When Nadal ended the final with an ace, he dropped to his knees, smiled widely and pumped his arms.“During the lockdown, I had very complicated months,” he said after his win. […]
Nadal wins French Open to claim record-equalling 20th Grand Slam
