Wawrinka strikes back to level final against Djokovic

Wawrinka lost the first set on a tie-break but rallied to secure an early break to lead 3-1.

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However, Djokovic, who appeared to be struggling with a shoulder issue, managed to match the superlative tennis on show from his Swiss opponent to break back and level at four each.

Yet, Wawrinka managed to secure another break as Djokovic served to stay in the set to level the match at one apiece, taking it 6-4.

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