17:18
This live is over!
Thank you all for following us for Djokovic’s seventh title at the Rolex Paris Masters!
17:16
Djokovic: “The relationship with the public was special”
After lifting the Fanti tree, the Rolex Paris Masters trophy, Djokovic spoke a few words in French before switching to English: “Paris has an important tennis culture with many beautiful courts and tournaments. (…) The relationship with the public was special this week. Thank you anyway for this energy. Maybe see you next time! »
17:10
Dimitrov: “A fantastic week”
The Bulgarian is the first to take the microphone in this ceremony: “It’s been a whirlwind this whole year. You can’t imagine what this final means to me. This has been a great week for me. I really want to end this year this way. »
17:05
Images of Djokovic’s joy
17:03
Djokovic almost guaranteed to finish the year number 1
With this title at the Rolex Paris Masters, the Serbian regains a little margin over Carlos Alcaraz. All it will take for him is a group victory at the Turin Masters to finish the year world number 1.
17:01
Dimitrov in tears
Difficult final for the Bulgarian this Sunday. With 15 unforced errors, the 17th in the world never weighed in this match and may harbor regrets. Despite his 32 years, Dimitrov lacked experience at this level… He is in tears on the court.
16:57
“Very proud of this victory”
Djokovic on the ATP microphone at the end of the match: “The score is less close than the match itself. I am very proud of this week, and of this victory. (On Dimitrov) I’ve played it several times already. I hope he continues to improve at this level. »
16:54
The Serbian’s crazy numbers
7th title at the Rolex Paris Masters, a 40th in Masters 1000… Djokovic is undoubtedly the master in this category of tournament.
16:52
DJOKOVIC TRIOMPHE AU ROLEX PARIS MASTERS !! (6-4, 6-3)
The Serb can turn to his box to raise his hands and shout. After a backhand error from Dimitrov, Djokovic won in the final without trembling after a final break (6-4, 6-3). This is his seventh coronation at Bercy!
16:51
Match point !!
Winning return for Djokovic, 30-40!
16:50
Djokovic two points from the title
A double fault from Dimitrov allows the Serb to move closer to the title. 30-30!
16:49
Superb winning backhand for Djokovic!
What if it was already the last play of the match? The Serb surprises Dimitrov with an uncrossed backhand, who takes the line. Magnificent, 0-15.
16:48
Djokovic remains in front (6-4, 5-3)
The Serb impresses on the serve. With another well-placed first ball, he remains ahead in the score. Djokovic is at 75% of the first ball in the second set.
16:47
Huge forehand from Dimitrov
The Bulgarian sends a cross rocket that the Serb can’t even touch. 30-30!
16:46
Djokovic does not weaken
Three first balls from the Serbian, and the world number 1 takes the upper hand in this game. 30-15.
16:42
Dimitrov stays in the match (6-4, 4-3)
Break point well saved with an uncrossed forehand attack. Behind the Serbian commits two unforced errors… It’s not over yet.
16:40
Double-break ball
After a superb volley to get back to 30-30, Dimitrov commits yet another foul in the net… 30-40!
16:39
Dimitrov collapses
Two consecutive fouls, in the lane, another in the net, and the Bulgarian finds himself in difficulty again. 12-3 over the last 15 points. 15-30!
16:37
Djokovic confirme son break (6-4, 4-2)
White game without fighting for the Serb. Dimitrov already seems resigned…
16:36
7 unforced errors in the 2nd set for Dimitrov
The Bulgarian accumulates mistakes on both the backhand and forehand sides. Already 7 unforced errors. 30-0 Djokovic on his serve.
16:33
BREAK DJOKOVIC (6-4, 3-2)
Dimitrov offers the break on a plateau to the Serbian with a third backhand fault in this game. This (already) looks like the end of the match…
16:32
Dimitrov gives a break point
Two big attack errors on the forehand which escape into the corridor. Break point for Djokovic!
16:31
Little gift from Djokovic
The Serb gets angry and he is right. His backhand also stays in the net from his second racket shot. Dimitrov advantage!
16:30
Complicated game for the Bulgarian
Dimitrov’s backhand stays in the net. 40-40!
16:29
Dimitrov cheated…
Be careful, after a stupid double fault, a new length fault on a covered backhand, and Dimitrov lets Djokovic come back into this game. 30-30!
16:27
Dimitrov more offensive
A good strong serve, followed by a forehand down the line. This is the right solution for the Bulgarian. 30-0.
16:25
Djokovic leaves nothing (6-4, 2-2)
New game easily won thanks to a winning service.
16:24
What solutions for Dimitrov?
With an untouchable Serb on his serve, Dimitrov seems to lack solutions in the exchange even if his sliced backhand is more efficient. As a reminder, Djokovic has won their last 9 duels…
16:20
Dimitrov still solid (6-4, 1-2)
Good service game from the 17th in the world concluded with his 4th ace of the match. The Bulgarian is using his sliced backhand better and better.
16:17
Attention Dimitrov…
A backhand fault in the corridor, and the Bulgarian once again begins his service game at 0-15.
16:16
Djokovic serein (6-4, 1-1)
The world number 1 easily wins his first service game of the second set.
16:15
Djokovic’s passing quel
Still no opportunities offered by the Serb on his serve, like this straight backhand passing. Dimitrov at the net can’t do anything. 40-15!
16:12
The Bulgarian goes on the attack again (6-4, 0-1)
Three good first balls combined with a winning forehand allowed Dimitrov to quietly win this first game.
16:10
Dimitrov serving to start the 2nd set
The Bulgarian must get off to a good start to hope to catch the Serb. Things are off to a bad start with this setback in the hallway. 0-15.
16:06
DJOKOVIC GOES AHEAD! (6-4)
The Serb cracks Dimitrov in the exchange on his backhand. 6-4! The “Djoker” provokes the audience once again, by putting his hand behind his ear to ask for more noise.
16:05
Dimitrov pushes back deadline
The Bulgarian works Djokovic well with his slice, and saves a first set point. Equality!
16:04
Set ball!
First opportunity to get ahead for the Serb.
16:03
Dimitrov does not abdicate
After a series of rallies (33 shots), Djokovic stumbled on the edge of the net, but the ball fell back into his court. 30-30!
Dimitrov stays in contact (5-4)
Manhandled (40-40), the Bulgarian wins his game with a good shot on net. Djokovic will now serve for the set.
15:52
More and more inaccuracies from Dimitrov (5-3)
The Bulgarian makes a mistake on each of his forehands. He then finally recovers with an ace. (15-30)
New shutout for Djokovic (5-3)
The Serb quietly confirms his break with a new conclusive service game.
15:47
Finally the break for Nole! (4-3)
Djokovic makes a great comeback on Dimitrov’s serve. The Bulgarian, surprised, attempts a backhand which ends in the net. The Serbian finally breaks his opponent of the afternoon.
15:43
Beautiful people in the stands
Teddy Riner and former PSG player Keylor Navas are present to admire the exchanges between Djokovic and Dimitrov.
15:42
Djokovic expeditious (3-3)
Finally a shutout for the world number 1, who picks up again thanks to an ace. If this continues we will be entitled to a tie-break…
15:38
Djokovic not precise enough on the backhand (2-2)
The Serb has just made his 6th direct backhand error since the start of the match. This is unusual for him… (30-30)
15:36
A completely crazy entry
Djokovic continues (2-2)
Fairly timid start to the match between the two opponents. Few very good points for the moment.
Dimitrov stays ahead (1-2)
The Bulgarian, although trailing 30-15, managed to win his game thanks to a very good serve and a backhand slice along the line.
15:25
Djokovic recolle (1-1)
The Serbian wins his game with a winning service to the body.
15:21
First calm service game for Dimitrov (1-0)
No pressure for the Bulgarian, despite the challenge facing him.
