The Australian Open is the tennis season’s first Grand Slam and has always lived up to its expectations of nail-biting encounters. It has witnessed intense rivalries, crafty skills, immense sportsmanship, and thrilling encounters since its inception in 1905. It poses a severe challenge to tennis stars with the matches being played in scorching heat in the Australian Summer. But despite the grueling weather on offer, the tennis players have enthralled their fans with memorable matches. Let us take a glance over the most thrilling finals in the history of the Australian Open.

Novak Djokovic vs Rafael Nadal (2012)

Not only is it one of the great Australian Open Finals, but also ranks comfortably inside the top ten list of all-time matches.

Djokovic tore his t-shirt after winning the title, sparking a celebration that is etched in the memory of the fans.

It was the longest Grand Slam final on record, with Djokovic beating Nadal in 5 hours 53 mins and both the players being left exhausted in the end.