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Rain, Records, Royals: Wimbledon 2023 In 10 Highlights | Tennis News
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Rain, Records, Royals: Wimbledon 2023 In 10 Highlights | Tennis News

[ad_1] Wimbledon saw Carlos Alcaraz dethrone Novak Djokovic, Marketa Vondrousova take a surprise women's title while there was also rain, records and royals. Here's a look at Top 10 highlights from this year's Grand Slam tournament which wrapped up on Sunday:Dry hard! Djokovic mops upHeavy rain brought havoc to the schedule on the second day with just an hour's play possible on the outside courts, which meant 69 of the planned 77 matches were unable to be completed.Novak Djokovic helped dry Wimbledon's Centre Court with his towel on the first day, appealing to fans to "blow" on the court during a lengthy delay.'Just Stop Oil' stops playClimate activists interrupted matches on the third day, scattering orange confetti and jigsaw pieces on Court 18.Two men and a woman, all wearing T-shirts...
Who is Carlos Alcaraz? The ‘Spanish Bull’ Who Ended Novak Djokovic’s Rampant Wimbledon Run | Tennis News
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Who is Carlos Alcaraz? The ‘Spanish Bull’ Who Ended Novak Djokovic’s Rampant Wimbledon Run | Tennis News

[ad_1] Novak Djokovic, the man who has 23 Grand Slam titles to his name, was in search of the 24th at the Wimbledon 2023 as he came across World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz on Sunday. Hoping to equal the record of winning the most Grand Slam titles a singles player and an eighth Wimbledon title, Djokovic met his match in the form of Alcaraz, with the two producing an enthralling 5-set contest. However, it was Alcaraz who emerged triumphant, winning his first Grand Slam title at the England's Club, ending the Serb's 34-match unbeaten run in the competition.But, who really is Carlos Alcaraz, the man who Novak Djokovic described as the 'Spanish Bull' who has the best of all three worlds -- Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic himself?- The Spaniard made his professional debut in 2018, an...
“Just Like…Roger Federer”: Sachin Tendulkar’s Million Dollar Tweet As Carlos Alcaraz Beats Novak Djokovic In Wimbledon Final | Tennis News
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“Just Like…Roger Federer”: Sachin Tendulkar’s Million Dollar Tweet As Carlos Alcaraz Beats Novak Djokovic In Wimbledon Final | Tennis News

[ad_1] Following a thriller of a men's Wimbledon final that saw 20-year-old Carlos Alcaraz emerge victorious over 23-time major title winner Novak Djokovic, cricketers took to social media to congratulate the Spanish star on his win and express their awe for the match, which lasted up to five sets. The 20-year-old Carlos Alcaraz produced a masterful comeback performance against seven-time champion Novak Djokovic to win the men's singles final match 1-6, 7-6(6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4, at the Centre Court on Sunday to clinch Wimbledon 2023 crown and his second Grand Slam title.Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar lauded the "next superstar of tennis" Alcaraz for his victory and lauded both players for their performances."What a fantastic final to watch! Excellent tennis by both these athlet...
R Ashwin’s Eye-Catching Tweet As Novak Djokovic Gets Slammed For Time Violation | Tennis News
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R Ashwin’s Eye-Catching Tweet As Novak Djokovic Gets Slammed For Time Violation | Tennis News

[ad_1] R Ashwin wasn't impressed with Novak Djokovic's time-wasting tactics© AFPArguably the greatest tennis player of his generation, Novak Djokovic was involved in a thriller against World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final. Over the course of the match, Djokovic saw the support for Alcaraz rapidly increase, especially as the Serb continued to be targeted by the crowd and the referee overtime violation. Djokovic would often take 33 seconds to serve, compared to Alcaraz's 27 seconds. Djokovic was even told to 'get on with it' as he looked to buy a few seconds against a fitter and younger Alcaraz. Even the Indian cricket team's veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin took to Twitter, posting a sarcastic tweet about Djokovic.It was only in the second set tie-break that Djokovic was f...
Novak Djokovic Lavishes Ultimate “Me, Federer, Nadal” Praise On Wimbledon Winner Carlos Alcaraz | Tennis News
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Novak Djokovic Lavishes Ultimate “Me, Federer, Nadal” Praise On Wimbledon Winner Carlos Alcaraz | Tennis News

[ad_1] Carlos Alcaraz defeated seven-time champion Novak Djokovic to claim his first Wimbledon title on Sunday, shattering the Serb's dream of a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam crown. World number one Alcaraz recovered from dropping the first set and saving a set point in the second to win 1-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 after four hours and 42 minutes on Centre Court. It was a second major for the 20-year-old Spaniard following his US Open title last year as he became Wimbledon's third youngest men's champion.The result will also spark feverish speculation over the start of a generational shift, with 36-year-old Djokovic carrying the torch of the 'Big Three' now that Roger Federer is retired and Rafael Nadal is sidelined, perhaps permanently.Australian Open and French Open champion Djoko...
Carlos Alcaraz Wins His First Wimbledon Title After Beating Novak Djokovic In 5-Set Thriller | Tennis News
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Carlos Alcaraz Wins His First Wimbledon Title After Beating Novak Djokovic In 5-Set Thriller | Tennis News

[ad_1] Carlos Alcaraz defeated seven-time champion Novak Djokovic to claim his first Wimbledon title on Sunday, shattering the Serb's dream of a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam crown. World number one Alcaraz recovered from dropping the first set and saving a set point in the second to win 1-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 after four hours and 42 minutes on Centre Court. It was a second major for the 20-year-old Spaniard following his US Open title last year as he became Wimbledon's third youngest men's champion.The result will also spark feverish speculation over the start of a generational shift, with 36-year-old Djokovic carrying the torch of the 'Big Three' now that Roger Federer is retired and Rafael Nadal is sidelined, perhaps permanently.Australian Open and French Open champion Djoko...
Carlos Alcaraz Breaks Down On Court After Clinching Maiden Wimbledon Title. Watch | Tennis News
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Carlos Alcaraz Breaks Down On Court After Clinching Maiden Wimbledon Title. Watch | Tennis News

[ad_1] Carlos Alcaraz defeated seven-time champion Novak Djokovic to claim his first Wimbledon title on Sunday, shattering the Serb's dream of a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam crown. World number one Alcaraz recovered from dropping the first set and saving a set point in the second to win 1-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 after four hours and 42 minutes on Centre Court. It was a second major for the 20-year-old Spaniard following his US Open title last year as he became Wimbledon's third youngest men's champion. The result will also spark feverish speculation over the start of a generational shift, with 36-year-old Djokovic carrying the torch of the 'Big Three' now that Roger Federer is retired and Rafael Nadal is sidelined, perhaps permanently.Australian Open and French Open champion Djok...
Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz, Wimbledon 2023, Men’s Single’s Final: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming | Tennis News
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Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz, Wimbledon 2023, Men’s Single’s Final: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming | Tennis News

[ad_1] Novak Djokovic will be taking on Carlos Alcaraz in the Men's Single's final of the ongoing Wimbledon 2023 on Sunday. World number one and US Open winner Alcaraz, playing only his fourth grass-court tournament, defeated Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 6-3, 6-3. Djokovic, the reigning Australian Open and French Open champion, reached his ninth final at the All England Club and record 35th at the Grand Slams by seeing off Jannik Sinner 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (7/4). On Sunday, the 36-year-old world number two will attempt to equal Roger Federer's mark of eight Wimbledon titles and Margaret Court's all-time record of 24 majors.When will the Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz, Wimbledon 2023, Men's Single's Final be played?The Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz, Wimbledon 2023, Men's Single's Final will be pla...
‘World Watching’ As Djokovic, Alcaraz Clash For Wimbledon Title | Tennis News
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‘World Watching’ As Djokovic, Alcaraz Clash For Wimbledon Title | Tennis News

[ad_1] Novak Djokovic says the "world of sport" will be watching on Sunday when he faces Carlos Alcaraz in a Wimbledon final where history and potentially a generational shift are on the line. Djokovic is attempting to equal Roger Federer's record of eight titles at the All England Club and match Margaret Court's all-time mark of 24 Grand Slam crowns. Having already pocketed the Australian Open and French Open in 2023, victory on Sunday will put the 36-year-old just one major away from completing the first men's calendar Grand Slam since 1969."It's the ultimate showdown," said Djokovic, who will be playing in a record 35th Grand Slam final."Everything comes down to one match. All eyes of the tennis and sports world will be directed on this Sunday's Wimbledon final. It's probably the most...
‘My Most Painful Loss’: Tearful Ons Jabeur Vows To End Grand Slam Misery | Tennis News
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‘My Most Painful Loss’: Tearful Ons Jabeur Vows To End Grand Slam Misery | Tennis News

[ad_1] Tearful Wimbledon runner-up Ons Jabeur described her third defeat in a Grand Slam final as the "most painful" of her career as she vowed to learn from the tennis greats who were also jinxed at the majors. World number six Jabeur was beaten 6-4, 6-4 by unseeded Czech Marketa Vondrousova on Saturday, one year after she lost the Wimbledon final to Elena Rybakina. More pain followed at the US Open later in the year where she was runner-up again, this time to Iga Swiatek. The 28-year-old is only the eighth woman to lose her first three Grand Slam finals. However, she can take comfort from knowing that the likes of Chris Evert, Kim Clijsters and Simona Halep also suffered the same fate before going on to capture Grand Slam titles."It will be tough to speak. I am going to look ugly in th...