The latest installment of the Novak Djokovic vs. Roger Federer rivalry failed to produce another five-set classic like in last year’s Wimbledon final, but by no means did it disappoint…. Well, maybe it disappointed Federer fans just a bit.

But more than a few instances of sparkling tennis were on display during Djokovic’s 7-6(1), 6-7(10), 6-4, 6-3 victory that gave the world No. 1 his third title at the All-England Club. Over the course of two hours and 55 minutes, Djokovic recorded 46 winners compared to a mere 16 unforced errors. He fired 13 aces while double-faulting only once. Federer finished with 58 winners, 35 errors, 14 aces, and three double-faults.

The 33-year-old Swiss was not without chances. He went up a break midway through the first set but gave it back right away at 4-2. Federer’s service donation was just his second of the entire tournament, having previously been…