Photos: Australian Open final: Rafael Nadal vs. Roger Federer

Roger Federer holds the winner’s trophy aloft after defeating Rafael Nadal for the Australian Open title on Sunday.

Rafael Nadal, left, and Roger Federer chat during the Australian Open awards presentation after their men’s singles final on Sunday.

Roger Federer acknowledges the fans after accepting the winner’s trophy at the Australian Open on Sunday.

A disappointed Rafael Nadal congratulates Roger Federer after their Australian Open finals match on Sunday.

Roger Federer reacts after winning a point against Rafael Nadal in the Australian Open men’s final on Sunday.

Roger Federer returns a shot against Rafael Nadal during the Australian Open men’s final.

Rafael Nadal reaches for a backhanded return against Roger Federer on Sunday in the Australian Open men’s championship match.

Roger Federer keeps his eye on the ball as he hits a forehand return during the Australian Open final against Rafael Nadal.

Rafael Nadal reacts after winning a point against Roger Federer during the Australian Open men’s championship match on Sunday.  (Lukas Coch / EPA)

Roger Federer reaches for a backhanded return against Rafael Nadal during the Australian Open men’s final on Sunday.

Rafael Nadal follows through on a forehand shot against Roger Federer during the men’s final of the Australian Open.

A woman holds up a poster during the men’s singles final between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

Rafael Nadal hits a forehand during the Australian Open final against Roger Federer on Sunday.