Novak Djokovic made history by winning his first Olympic title and completing the coveted ‘Golden Slam’ in singles tennis.
The Serbian superstar, 37, defeated Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (7-3) 7-6 (7-2) in a gripping final at the Paris Olympics, marking his fifth Games appearance.
With this triumph, Djokovic joins an elite group of five players to have achieved the ‘Golden Slam’, including Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams, Andre Agassi, and Steffi Graf.
Overcome with emotion, Djokovic burst into tears, fell to his knees, and celebrated with his family and support team.
This momentous victory comes after a challenging journey, including a recent knee surgery that put his Olympic dreams at risk. Djokovic’s reaction underscores the significance of representing his country and winning gold, which he described as the pinnacle of sport.
Alcaraz, 21, took home the silver medal in his Olympic debut, while Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti secured the bronze medal.
Djokovic’s historic achievement will be remembered as a defining moment in his illustrious career, surpassing his 24 major titles and numerous accolades.
