Novak Djokovic recently shared a light-hearted moment with Carlos Alcaraz during a US Open warm-up event in New York. The Serbian tennis star, who had just participated in an all-star charity event, couldn’t resist teasing Alcaraz about their Olympic final encounter. Djokovic, along with tennis legend Andre Agassi, faced off against Alcaraz and John McEnroe in a doubles match, where the camaraderie extended beyond the court.
Reflecting on their Olympic final in Paris, Djokovic humorously remarked, “I told Carlos at the net when we finished the final that I was very grateful to him for letting me win the gold. He’s probably going to have like three gold medals before he retires.” The comment highlighted Djokovic’s respect for Alcaraz while playfully acknowledging the fierce competition between the two.
Djokovic’s victory at the Paris Olympics marked a significant milestone in his illustrious career. Winning gold with a 7-6 (7-3), 7-6 (7-2) triumph over Alcaraz, the Serbian champion finally captured the elusive medal, 16 years after earning a bronze at the Beijing Olympics in 2008. Reflecting on the achievement, Djokovic admitted, “Doubts always exist, but faith and the belief that I can achieve my goals are always stronger. I was aware that this was my last chance to win an Olympic gold, so I had to focus fully on my goal.”
The Olympic victory came as a surprise to some, given Djokovic’s challenging 2024 season, plagued by injuries and the absence of a tour title. However, the triumph reaffirmed his status as one of the sport’s greats, particularly as he aims to defend his US Open title this month. Djokovic, who defeated Daniil Medvedev in the previous year’s final, is determined to become the first men’s player to win consecutive US Open titles since Roger Federer’s five-year streak from 2004 to 2008.
Entering the tournament as the second seed, Djokovic will face a formidable field, with world No.1 Jannik Sinner leading the draw following his Cincinnati Open victory. As the action kicks off at Flushing Meadows on August 26, all eyes will be on Djokovic as he seeks to add yet another Grand Slam title to his remarkable career.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
LLWWWWWWWW Now the world no.3, the Spaniard played his last match on the 16th of August when he was overcome by world no.45 Gael Monfils 4-6 7-6(5) 6-4 in the 2nd round in Cincinnati (draw).
Currently, during this year Carlos owns a composed 38-8 match record. Carlos has won 3 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open and Wimbledon. The Spaniard was the finalist in Paris.
Carlos Alcaraz will face the world no.346 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . They have never competed against each other as of now in top tournaments.
The Spaniard conquered 3 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open and Wimbledon. Alcaraz got to the final in Paris (Olympics).
Carlos won 16 titles in his career: 4 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts, 1 on indoor courts and 3 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Novak Djokovic in 2024
WWWWWWLWWW Currently the world no.2, Novak played his last match on the 4th of August when he beat world no.3 Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(3) 7-6(2) in the final in Paris to win his 99th career title.
At present, during this year the Serbian has managed to achieve a 29-7 win-loss record. The Serbian has won 1 title in Paris. Djokovic was the finalist in Wimbledon.
Novak Djokovic will fight against the world no.138 Radu Albot in the 1st round. They have never played each other until now in top competitions.
Djokovic conquered 1 title in 2024 in Paris. Novak was the finalist in Wimbledon.
Djokovic won 100 titles in his career: 53 on hard courts, 20 on clay courts, 19 on indoor courts and 8 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
He is also scheduled to play in Shanghai (Shanghai Rolex Masters) on the 30th of September and Paris (Rolex Paris Masters) on the 28th of October.
Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic played each other 7 times. Their record is 4-3 for Djokovic. The last time they locked horns, Novak Djokovic won 7-6(3) 7-6(2) in the final in Paris (Olympics) on the 4th of August 2024.
Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic |
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