Novak Djokovic’s Olympic dream finally came true as he defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling men’s singles final at the Paris Olympics. The Serbian legend, who had previously won all four Grand Slams multiple times, called the gold medal his “biggest sporting achievement.”
The match was a tense affair, with neither player able to break the other’s serve. Both the first and second sets went to tie-breakers, with Djokovic prevailing both times. The Serbian’s experience and composure proved crucial in the end, as he held his nerve to win 7-6(7), 7-6(5).
Alcaraz, who is widely regarded as the future of men’s tennis, put up a valiant fight but was ultimately unable to match Djokovic’s consistency. The Spaniard’s serve, which has been a major weapon for him throughout his career, let him down at crucial moments.
Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, who congratulated Djokovic on his triumph, highlighted Alcaraz’s service as the key factor in the match. “Alcaraz has what it takes, but to truly dominate for years on all surfaces, he’ll need to step up his serve,” Tendulkar said.
Djokovic, who is now 37 years old, admitted that winning the Olympic gold medal was the pinnacle of his career. “This is probably the biggest sporting success I have ever had and the most special feeling,” he said. “I thought carrying the flag at the opening ceremony for my country at the 2012 Olympics was the best feeling an athlete could have until today.”
Djokovic’s victory marks a historic moment in tennis history. He is now the first man to win all four Grand Slams, the Olympic gold medal, and the ATP Finals. This achievement cements his status as one of the greatest players of all time.
