The tennis world would forgive Rafael Nadal for feeling some resentment at Novak Djokovic's latest title at the Australian Open on Sunday.
However, the 22-time Grand Slam champion displayed only honour as the Serb beat Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets to draw level with his major record. Djokovic, 35, applied the finishing touches to his majestic mauling of the competition in Melbourne, extending his own record tally with a 10th title Down Under.
Djokovic's comeback crown in Australia means he and injury-plagued Nadal will head into the 2023 French Open both vying to emerge as clear leaders in men's major trophies won. But despite giving up vital ground in such an important race, Nadal proved magnanimous when he dedicated a post to his long-time rival.
