Hats off to Stan, massive performance after a slow start. Didn't think he played too well all tournament - especially against Evans, where he saved match point - but he turned it on when the pressure was applied by Nishikori, and tonight he went off in the second set and never really looked back. The consistent raw power off both wings is completely unmatched in tennis and shows why the one-handed backhand shouldn't be overlooked - it gives the opponent nowhere to hide. He pushed Novak off the baseline, ground him down physically, and defended excellently himself when he needed too, especially with his low slice.
11 finals in a row, played 3 GS finals, all at different Slams, won all 3. Talk about a guy who rises to the occasion. Also becomes the oldest man to win the USO since Rosewall.
