Federer Beats Rafael Nadal To Win Australian Open Title

Roger Federer beat Spaniard, Rafael Nadal on Sunday afternoon in the final of the 2017 Australian Open to clinch his 18th career grand slam. The 35-year-old Swiss man required five grueling sets to beat 30-year-old Nadal, 6-4 3-6 6-1 3-6 6-3.

The Australian Open final was the firts time both men faced each other in the final of a major tournament since 2009.

“I’ve been coming here for almost 20 years now,” Federer said after his win. “I’ve always enjoyed it and now my family does too.

“Thanks again for everything, to everybody. I hope to see you next year. If not, this was a wonderful run here and I can’t be more happy to win.”