Novak Djokovic Triumphs Over Carlos Alcaraz to Capture Historic Olympic Gold and Achieve ‘Golden Slam’
In a stunning showdown, Novak Djokovic emerged victorious against Carlos Alcaraz to secure his long-awaited Olympic title, completing the prestigious ‘Golden Slam’ in the process.
The Serbian tennis icon, boasting a record 24 Grand Slam titles, clinched Olympic gold at his fifth Games, further solidifying his legendary status in the sport.
Djokovic, 37, delivered a remarkable performance, outlasting French Open and Wimbledon champion Alcaraz with a score of 7-6 (7-3), 7-6 (7-2) in a gripping match that captivated a crowded audience in Paris.
The match concluded with Djokovic hitting a stunning forehand winner, followed by an emotional celebration as he displayed disbelief, throwing his racquet to the ground after nearly three hours of intense competition.
Overcome with emotion, Djokovic hugged Alcaraz before kneeling on the court, shedding tears of joy. He then proudly unfolded a Serbian flag and celebrated with his family and support team in the stands.
With this monumental win, Djokovic becomes only the fifth player in history to achieve the ‘Golden Slam’ in singles, joining the ranks of tennis greats like Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams, Andre Agassi, and Steffi Graf.
“Winning at that moment was beyond anything I imagined or hoped for,” Djokovic expressed. “With the Serbian flag raised, singing the anthem, and the gold medal around my neck, this moment is unmatched in my sporting career.”
This victory marks what Djokovic describes as his greatest achievement in professional sports.
Meanwhile, Alcaraz, 21, also left the court in tears, taking home a silver medal in his Olympic debut. Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti claimed the bronze medal after defeating Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime.
