Djokovic beats Musetti to win Athens title and send Auger-Aliassime into ATP Finals

ATHENS (AP) — Novak Djokovic won his 101st career title by rallying for a 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 win over Lorenzo Musetti in the final of the Hellenic Championship on Saturday.

The loss ended Musetti’s hopes of qualifying for season-ending ATP Finals in Turin, Italy, with Felix Auger-Aliassime earning the final spot instead.

The 38-year-old Djokovic set a men’s record with his 72nd title on hard courts, one more than Roger Federer.

“An incredible battle,” Djokovic said. “Three hours of a grueling match, physically. … I’m just very proud of myself to get through this one.”

The last set featured five breaks, before Djokovic clinched the victory with a service winner. Musetti has now lost his last six tour-level finals.

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