Djokovic Secures First Title of the Year with Olympic Gold

Novak Djokovic has clinched his first title of the year, achieving a long-desired Olympic gold medal for Serbia. The victory holds special significance for Djokovic, who expressed immense pride in representing his country. “Playing for Serbia has always been my utmost, real pleasure, my priority,” he stated, highlighting the honor of joining an elite group of athletes who have won gold for their nations. Despite undergoing meniscus surgery earlier this year and competing in a Grand Slam final, Djokovic showcased resilience on the court, playing with a knee brace. The match against Carlos Alcaraz was fiercely contested, with both players creating multiple break points. The first set was particularly intense, featuring a series of critical moments that culminated in a tie-break after a lengthy battle. Djokovic ultimately triumphed, taking the set after an hour and 33 minutes of play. This victory marks only Serbia's second medal at the Games, further solidifying Djokovic's status as the country's sporting icon. He reflected on the uniqueness of this achievement, stating, “I was so blessed to win everything pretty much there is to win in my sport, but this is something different.” Meanwhile, Alcaraz, at just 21 years old, expressed disappointment in his performance, particularly during crucial tie-break moments, as he aimed to become the youngest man to win Olympic singles gold.