Djokovic takes two-set lead in Australian Open final

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FILE – Serbia’s Novak Djokovic celebrates after winning his third round match against Taylor Fritz of the U.S. REUTERS/Loren Elliott

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic won the second set 6-2 to take a 2-0 set lead against Russia’s Daniil Medvedev in the Australian Open final at Melbourne Park on Sunday.

World number one Djokovic is chasing a record-extending ninth Australian Open title, while fourth-ranked Medvedev is seeking a first Grand Slam crown.