WATCH: Moment Novak Djokovic won his first-ever Olympic gold medal and broke into tears

Novak Djokovic has finally clinched his first Olympic gold medal for Serbia, triumphing over Spain's Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling final at the Paris Olympics 2024. Djokovic defeated the young Spaniard in straight sets, 7-6 (7-3), 7-6 (7-2), to achieve this historic milestone.

The match was a display of high-level tennis from both players, with neither giving an inch. Each set was intensely contested, ultimately being decided in tiebreaks. Djokovic’s experience and resilience shone through in the crucial moments, allowing him to secure the victory.

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Watch the moment Novak Djokovic created history

When the final point was won, the magnitude of the achievement hit Novak Djokovic. Overcome with emotion, he turned towards his team in the stands, where his wife and two children were seated, and dropped his racket. Kneeling on the clay, Djokovic cried and covered his face, overwhelmed by the significance of the moment. 

Djokovic then made his way to the stands, where he shared heartfelt hugs with his team and family. The Serbian flag waving in his hand, he celebrated his long-awaited Olympic triumph, a moment that brought him to tears.

Djokovic’s victory not only adds an Olympic gold to his already illustrious career but also stands as a testament to his enduring passion and dedication to the sport. This historic win is a moment of immense pride for Serbia and for Djokovic, who has tirelessly pursued Olympic success throughout his career.

The emotional scenes on the court and in the stands captured the hearts of fans worldwide, marking a memorable chapter in the storied career of one of tennis’s greatest players.

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The final, which lasted 2 hours, 50 minutes despite being decided in only two sets, was a rematch of the Wimbledon title match three weeks ago that Alcaraz won to follow up his French Open title in June.

Alcaraz also defeated Djokovic in last year’s final at the All England Club, but Djokovic won when they met in the semifinals of the 2023 French Open, the annual clay-court tournament held at Roland Garros, the site used for tennis during these Olympics.

(With AP inputs)