Novak Djokovic, the 37-year-old Serbian tennis legend, and Carlos Alcaraz, the 21-year-old Spanish prodigy, are set to clash in the ultimate tennis men’s singles final at the Paris Olympics 2024. This highly anticipated match promises to be a captivating spectacle, with both players vying for Olympic glory.
Djokovic, a 21-time Grand Slam champion, is seeking his first Olympic gold medal. He has previously won bronze at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. A victory in Paris would make him only the fifth player to complete the Golden Slam, which includes all four Grand Slams and an Olympic title.
Alcaraz, on the other hand, is aiming to become the youngest Olympic tennis singles champion in history. The Spaniard has enjoyed a meteoric rise in recent years, winning the US Open in 2022 and becoming the youngest world number one in ATP history.
The match will take place on Sunday, August 4 (IST) at Stade Roland Garros, Paris. It is expected to start at 5:30 PM IST and will be telecast live on the Sports 18 Network. The match will also be live streamed on the JioCinema app.
Djokovic and Alcaraz have faced each other twice before, with Djokovic winning both encounters. However, Alcaraz has shown remarkable improvement since their last meeting in 2022. He is known for his aggressive style of play and powerful groundstrokes.
The final is expected to be a close and thrilling contest. Djokovic’s experience and resilience will be tested against Alcaraz’s youthful exuberance and attacking prowess. The winner will not only claim the Olympic gold medal but also etch their name in the annals of tennis history.
