Djokovic continues dominance over left-handers with win vs. Shapovalov
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MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) Novak Djokovic extended his Grand Slam winning streak against left-handers with a 6-3, 6-4, 4-6, 6-0 win over Denis Shapovalov in the third round of the Australian Open.
The win guaranteed that Djokovic would keep his No. 1 ranking after the Australian Open. Rafael Nadal could have taken the top ranking if he won the tournament and Djokovic lost before the fourth round
Overall, Djokovic has a 32-11 record against left-handers in majors.
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