On this day 13 years ago, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal pushed the limits of our game to a new level! Two legends battled in the 2012 Australian Open final and produced a cracker, with the Serb prevailing 5-7, 6-4, 6-2, 6-7, 7-5 in five hours and 53 minutes!

Toni Nadal, Rafael Nadal's uncle and once coach, questioned the legitimacy of Novak Djokovic's hamstring injury that led to his withdrawal from the Australian Open semi-final. He suggests Djokovic should have taken a medical time out before quitting and references Djokovic's history of playing through injuries with apparent normality despite showing pain.

Novak Djokovic will likely receive a Rafael Nadal-like accolade at Melbourne Park, as Australian Open administrator Craig Tiley has given the go-ahead to immortalize the Serb in statue form.

Toni Nadal addressed the crowd's reaction, acknowledging their disappointment. The Spaniard called it understandable after they paid for tickets to witness a thrilling clash between two of the world's best players.

From fierce competitions between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal to a stunning showing from Novak Djokovic, here are some of the best Australian Open men’s finals to date.

Rafael Nadal's Uncle Toni has had plenty to say about Novak Djokovic over the years, recently questioning the Serb's injury at the Australian Open.

Novak Djokovic's Australian Open meeting with Carlos Alcaraz will be his 61st quarter-final match at the majors, which is an Open Era record

Facing Sinner reminded Alexander Zverev of trying to solve the challenge presented by the 24-time major champion Djokovic.