Del Potro captures U.S. Open crown

I've never watched an entire tennis match until last night's U.S. Open men's final between Argentine Juan Martin Del Potro and #1-ranked Roger Federer. Yet Monday's five-set marathon was an absolutely thrilling affair topped off be Del Potro's stunning victory:

Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro ended Roger Federer's five-year unbeaten reign at the US Open in five dramatic sets to win his first Grand Slam title.

The 20-year-old sixth seed twice fought back from a set down to win 3-6 7-6 (7-5) 4-6 7-6 (7-4) 6-2...

"I had two dreams this week," said Del Potro. "One was to win the US Open and the other one is to be like Roger...

"You fought until the final point. You are a great champion. I'm very happy to be here with this crown, with these people, on this court. This will be in my mind forever."

Del Potroshould expect a hero's welcome upon returning to his native land where his feats have caught nationwide attention:

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