U.S. Open: Andy Murray Beats Novak Djokovic, Wins First Grand Slam

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Andy Murray On U.S. Open 2012 Title: 'It Means The World To Me'

Andy Murray won his first career Grand Slam title on Monday night, as the 25-year-old finally broke through to win the U.S. Open, defeating Novak Djokovic in a five-set final. Murray spoke candidly about the emotional nature of the championship after the win in an interview with BBC Sport:

It means the world to me. It's been what I've been working towards for the last ten years of my life. I've always wanted to try and win a Grand Slam, having come close a few times and the disappointment of the Wimbledon final a few months ago. To come back in the next Grand Slam and to win it, you know, five-set match against Djokovic, on a hard court, he hasn't lost in a few years on a hard court in the Grand Slams, is unbelievable.

Murray finally was able to chuckle when asked for what he hopes is the last time about the decades-old streak of British players failing to win Grand Slam titles.

I've been reminded about that most days of my life for the last few years. Every time I address the press I get asked about it. So it's great to finally have finally done it and I don't need to get asked about it anymore.

Murray won't have to worry about this one -- reporters will begin incessantly asking him about this again when Wimbledon comes around.

The Scotsman pinned his ability to finally break through on consistent effort and a supporting cast featuring legend Ivan Lendl:

I think I've kept improving. I've worked hard pretty much all the time, even after the tough losses. That's helped. I've had a fairly solid team around me as well, for a long time. We've not changed too much. I've had the same fitness trainers, physios, and Danny, my coach, has been with me for a long time, but having Ivan Lendl around has definitely helped, not just me, but the rest of the team as well. Having someone with his experience, especially in these situations. He's got his name on that trophy three times, made the final eight times in a row, it really helps having him around.

Immediately after winning, Murray expressed shock that he pulled out the epic match after losing the third and fourth sets:

"It was incredibly tricky conditions," Murray said during the on-court trophy ceremony. "After the third and fourth sets it was tough mentally for me. ... I don't know how I managed to come through in the end."

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U.S. Open 2012 Scores: Novak Djokovic Forces Deciding 5th Set

Novak Djokovic fought off elimination for the second straight set in the men's singles final at the 2012 U.S. Open, winning the fourth set, 6-3. After dropping his first two sets against Andy Murray, Djokovic has now rallied back to tie the match and force a deciding fifth set.

After struggling with his serves early in the match, Djokovic continued to serve well in the fourth set. He completed 83 percent of his first serves in the fourth set and won 67 percent of his first-serve points. He also did well on his second serve, winning 60 percent of second-serve points.

Djokovic committed 38 unforced errors during the first two sets but committed just six in the third set, and again limited unforced errors in the fourth set with nine. After serving well early in the match, Murray struggled some during the fourth set, completing just 45 percent of his first serves.

The 2012 U.S. Open men's singles title will now come down to a deciding fifth set. Murray is attempting to win his first Grand Slam title, while Djokovic is playing for his sixth Grand Slam.

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U.S. Open 2012 Scores: Novak Djokovic Wins Third Set, 6-2

After losing the first two sets, Novak Djokovic has beaten Andy Murray in the third set of the U.S. Open men's final, 6-2, to extend the match. Murray had an opportunity to put away his first ever Grand Slam championship in the set, but Djokovic has pushed the final to a fourth set.

Murray actually won the first game of the third set, but Djokovic would respond by winning the next two and six of seven games to take the set. After looking somewhat uneven in the first two sets, Djokovic appeared more comfortable in putting away the third set to avoid defeat.

At the moment, Djokovic clearly has the momentum entering the fourth set. Murray appeared to be on his way to the championship after taking the first game of the third set, but Djokovic has rebounded to put himself in a position to rally for the win.

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U.S. Open 2012 Scores: Andy Murray Wins Second Straight Set, 7-5

Looking for his first ever major championship, Andy Murray has taken the first two sets of the 2012 U.S. Open men's final from defending champion Novak Djokovic on Monday. After battling through the first set, 7-6 (12-10), Murray avoided a tiebreaker in the second set, beating the world's No. 2 player, 7-5.

Murray, the No. 3 player in the world, has never won a Grand Slam tournament despite reaching four previous finals, but he may finally be breaking out. After winning the gold medal in men's singles at the London Olympics, Murray is as close as he's ever been to finally hoisting a major championship trophy.

The last time these two players met in a Grand Slam final, Djokovic easily handled Murray, 6-4, 6-2, 6-3, at the 2011 Australian Open. This time around, it could be Murray taking the Grand Slam victory in three straight sets over his rival.

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2012 U.S. Open Scores: Andy Murray Wins First Set, 7-6

In stunning fashion, Andy Murray took the first set of the 2012 U.S. Open men's final from Novak Djokovic in a tiebreaker, 7-6 (12-10), after Murray held a two-game advantage earlier in the set. Djokovic battled back to put the pressure on, but Murray responded by holding strong in the tiebreaker.

Djokovic, who is looking to win his second consecutive U.S. Open title, stormed back to win three consecutive games after Murray had gone up, 4-2. After Murray tied the set at five games apiece, Djokovic took the last two. The two players engaged in several exciting points, including one in the sixth game that featured a 54-shot rally.

History appears to be on Murray's side; he and Djokovic have had many matches against each other, and the winner of the first set has won the last 13 of them.

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