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Darren Walton

Stressed Djokovic still the Open favourite

Despite his Australian Open record, Novak Djokovic still feels pressure heading into the final. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

For all his accomplishments, Novak Djokovic admits he's still feeling the heat as he strives to cap the most tumultuous 12 months of his decorated career with a remarkable 10th Australian Open title, record-equalling 22nd grand slam crown and return to world No.1.

After winning a reprieve from the federal government just to be allowed back into Australia following his dramatic deportation last year, Djokovic has overcome injury, yet more controversy and six hungry opponents to reach a record-extending 33rd grand slam singles final in Melbourne.

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