Djokovic Unlocks Big Feat With Olympics Win

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Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz in men's singles final to claim a maiden Olympic title.

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He become just the fifth player to complete a career Golden Slam, which include 24 Grand Slams and an Olympic gold.

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The 37-year-old Serb, competing in his fifth Games, came through 7-6 (7/3), 7-6 (7/2) in an enthralling final at Roland Garros.

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Victory allowed him to join the likes of Andre Agassi, Rafael Nadal, Steffi Graf and Serena Williams.

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He also became the oldest singles champion since tennis returned to the Olympics in 1988.

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An emotional Djokovic celebrated by holding aloft the Serbian flag on court before clambering into the players' box to embrace his wife and children.

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