Novak Djokovic, the Serbian tennis legend, achieved a monumental milestone by winning the gold medal at the 2024 Olympic Games. The victory was not just a personal triumph but a historic moment for his country, as it marked Serbia’s first gold in men’s singles tennis.
After a grueling match against Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz, Djokovic emerged victorious with a score of 7-6, 7-6. The match was a testament to his resilience and skill, especially considering he was just under nine weeks post-meniscus surgery. As the final point was won, Djokovic fell to his knees, overwhelmed with emotion.
The most heartwarming moment came when Djokovic made his way to the stands, where his family awaited him. His daughter, Tara, held a sign that read, “Tata je najbolji,” meaning “Dad is the best.” Djokovic embraced Tara, lifting her into his arms as tears streamed down his face. This touching father-daughter moment quickly went viral, capturing the hearts of fans worldwide.
Djokovic then hugged his wife, Jelena, and their son, Stefan, before turning to his team. Each member received a heartfelt embrace, acknowledging their unwavering support throughout his journey. The celebration was a beautiful display of love, unity, and the importance of family and teamwork in achieving greatness.
This gold medal was a long-awaited dream for Djokovic, who had previously won a bronze medal in the 2008 Olympics but had fallen short in subsequent games. At 37, this victory was a testament to his enduring dedication and passion for the sport. Djokovic’s triumph at the Olympics adds another illustrious chapter to his already storied career, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
Wow – have never seen Djokovic this emotional … incredible
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— Tommy Beer (@TommyBeer) August 4, 2024
Novak Djokovic in 2024
LWWWWWWLWW Currently the world no.2, Djokovic played his last match on the 4th of August when he overcame world no.3 Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(3) 7-6(2) in the final in Paris to win his 98th career title.
Currently, during this season Novak achieved a composed 29-7 match record. The Serbian has won 1 title in Paris. Djokovic got to the final in Wimbledon.
Djokovic is scheduled to compete next in Montreal (National Bank Open). He will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 5th of August.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
WLWLLWLWWW Now the world no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 4th of August when he capitulated to world no.2 Novak Djokovic 7-6(3) 7-6(2) in the final in Paris (draw).
Currently, during this season Carlos achieved an overall 38-7 win-loss record. The Spaniard clinched 3 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open and Wimbledon. Carlos got to the final in Paris.
Carlos Alcaraz will play the world no.332 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . In the past, they have never competed against each other till now in top events.
The Spaniard clinched 3 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open and Wimbledon. The Spaniard got to the final in Paris (Olympics).
Alcaraz 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 and Carlos Alcaraz fought against each other 7 times. Their current record is 4-3 for Djokovic. Previously, the last time they fought against each other, Novak Djokovic won 7-6(3) 7-6(2) in the final in Paris (Olympics) on the 4th of August 2024.
