Carlos Alcaraz, the 21-year-old Spanish tennis prodigy, has successfully defended his Wimbledon title, defeating Novak Djokovic in a commanding performance on July 14, 2024. The final score of 6-2, 6-2, 7-6(4) reflects Alcaraz’s dominance on the court, as he outplayed the 37-year-old Serbian in a match lasting 2 hours and 27 minutes.This victory marks Alcaraz’s fourth Grand Slam title, following his wins at the 2022 US Open, 2023 Wimbledon, and 2024 French Open. With this win, Alcaraz becomes the sixth man in the Open Era to achieve the rare feat of winning both Roland Garros and Wimbledon in the same season. He has also improved his record to an impressive 4-0 in major finals.Djokovic, who had undergone knee surgery less than two months ago, struggled with his movement and volleys throughout the match. He graciously acknowledged Alcaraz’s superiority, stating, ‘He was the better player from the beginning till the end’.Despite his remarkable achievements, Alcaraz remains humble about his place in tennis history. ‘Obviously it’s a really great start of my career, but I have to keep going. I have to keep building my path. At the end of my career, I want to sit at the same table as the big guys,’ he said.Alcaraz’s victory is particularly significant as he becomes the youngest player to win four Grand Slam titles before turning 22. His coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, was seen embracing him after the match, celebrating this historic achievement.Looking ahead, Alcaraz will now focus on winning his first Olympic medal, partnering with Rafael Nadal in doubles. As he continues to build his legacy in the sport, the tennis world eagerly anticipates what this young champion will achieve next.
Key points
- Carlos Alcaraz successfully defended his Wimbledon title, defeating Novak Djokovic in straight sets.
- This is Alcaraz’s fourth Grand Slam title, and he has improved to 4-0 in major finals.
- Alcaraz is the sixth man in the Open Era to win both Roland Garros and Wimbledon in the same season.
- Despite his achievements, Alcaraz remains humble and focused on building his legacy in tennis.
Contradictions👾There is a discrepancy in reporting Alcaraz’s age, with some sources stating he is 21 and others implying he is still 20 by mentioning he won four Grand Slams before turning 22.
