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Novak Djokovic Upstages Rafael Nadal To Win Record 23rd Grand Slam Title; Clinches 3rd French Open Title
Novak Djokovic has won more glams than any men's singles player in the Open era. Djokovic sealed a record-breaking victory in the 2023 French Open. The Serbian defeated Casper Ruud in straight sets. This is the third time in his career that Djokovic has won the French Open title. He also won the 2023 Australian open title.
Updated Jun 11, 2023 | 10:46 PM IST
Novak Djokovic has won his 23rd Grand Slam Title
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KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Novak Djokovic won the 2023 French Open title
- Djokovic called it a 'special moment' in his career
- Djokovic has won more slams than anyone in Tennis history
Novak Djokovic has hit a height no men's singles tennis player in history has by winning his 23rd French Open title. Djokovic has broken Rafael Nadal's record to become the player with the outright most Grand Slam victories in history after winning the French Open title for the third time in history.
Djokovic defeated Casper Ruud in the final on Sunday (June 11) in straight sets by an emphatic margin of 7-6, 6-3, 7-5 at the Court Phillipe Chatrier. The Serbian will be eying a historic career grand slam, having won both slams of the year so far. He also won the 2023 Australian Open title.
Most Men Singles Grand Slam Wins
Novak Djokovic -23
Rafael Nadal - 22
Roger Federer -20
Nadal was among the first to congratulate Djokovic on his victory with a heartfelt post on Twitter. "Many congrats on this amazing achievement @DjokerNole 23 is a number that just a few years back was imposible to think about, and you made it! Enjoy it with your family and team!," the 14-time Rolland Garros winner wrote.
'Special Moment In My Career'
Djokovic reacted to the victory by calling it a special moment in his career. The Serb called winning the French Open title as the hardest of his career. Djokovic also had kind words to say about his opponent and called him one of the best personalities on the tour.
"Thank you very much one more time for such a special atmosphere. I am very happy to share such a special moment in my career with you. Thank you very much. It's no coincidence that my 23rd Grand Slam title has come here because it has been the hardest one for me to win in my career. I am very emotional right now and I am very, very proud to be here. Thank you for all your support and all the energy I have gained from you," said Djokvic.
"Casper, thank you for your nice words. You are, not just because we are standing here, you are one of the best personalities on the tour. People respect you, appreciate you and love and for good reason. I had to say that first, because I really feel like in today's word it is important to note when someone has really good human values. You, your team, your family and coaches have been super nice to me and my team so you deserve great respect and applause for that.
"I'm sorry for the result today. It's not the best way to finish for you but you've had an incredible couple of years. You have been one of the most consistent players in the world for the last four, five years. It speaks about your quality of tennis and I wish you the best. I wish for you to win against anybody but me [laughs]," he added.
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