Australian Alex de Minaur has pulled off the biggest win of his tennis career by beating world No.1 Novak Djokovic.
Djokovic's fairytale 43-game win streak in Australia has come to an end, with 24-year-old de Minaur securing a scintillating straight sets victory in the United Cup quarter finals in Perth.
It was de Minaur's first ever victory over a world No.1, as well as his first ever win over Djokovic, winning 6-4, 6-4.
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"It's extremely special. Novak is an unbelievable competitor, what he's done for the sport is incredible," de Minaur said on Nine post match.
"It feels surreal, it feels amazing. This one definitely means a lot.
"Today was my day and I'm happy I was able to get the win."
Australia need to win just one more match against Serbia to advance to the semi finals of the United Cup.
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