Photo:Javier Garcia/ShutterstockNovak Djokovicis a certified winner!The tennis star, 36, won his 23rd Grand Slam title on Sunday, with a 7-6 (1), 6-3, 7-5 victory over Casper Ruud during the2023 French Openfinal at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France.The feat meant that Djokovic broke a tie withRafael Nadalfor the most major singles trophies in the history of men’s tennis, according toCBS.He’s also now the first man to win each Grand Slam tournament title at least three times,U.S. Open Tennissaid.He previously won the Australian Open 10 times, the Roland Garros three times, Wimbledon seven times and the U.S. Open three times, per the outlet.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Ella Ling/Shutterstock"A Grand Slam is a Grand Slam — four biggest tournaments that we have in the history of our sport, tennis. Every single player dreams of being on this stage and winning the trophy at least once in their career," Djokovic said after his win, per CBS.“I am beyond fortunate in my life to win, 23 times, Grand Slams. It’s an incredible, incredible feeling,” the pro athlete added.Ella Ling/ShutterstockNadal, 37, who missed this year’s tournament because he is injured, congratulated Djokavic on Twitter after the match.“Many congrats on this amazing achievement @DjokerNole 23 is a number that just a few years back was impossible to think about, and you made it Enjoy it with your family and team!” hetweeted.Djokovic will next take part in games at Wimbledon, which begin at the All England Club on July 3.
Photo:Javier Garcia/Shutterstock
Javier Garcia/Shutterstock
Novak Djokovicis a certified winner!The tennis star, 36, won his 23rd Grand Slam title on Sunday, with a 7-6 (1), 6-3, 7-5 victory over Casper Ruud during the2023 French Openfinal at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France.The feat meant that Djokovic broke a tie withRafael Nadalfor the most major singles trophies in the history of men’s tennis, according toCBS.He’s also now the first man to win each Grand Slam tournament title at least three times,U.S. Open Tennissaid.He previously won the Australian Open 10 times, the Roland Garros three times, Wimbledon seven times and the U.S. Open three times, per the outlet.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Ella Ling/Shutterstock"A Grand Slam is a Grand Slam — four biggest tournaments that we have in the history of our sport, tennis. Every single player dreams of being on this stage and winning the trophy at least once in their career," Djokovic said after his win, per CBS.“I am beyond fortunate in my life to win, 23 times, Grand Slams. It’s an incredible, incredible feeling,” the pro athlete added.Ella Ling/ShutterstockNadal, 37, who missed this year’s tournament because he is injured, congratulated Djokavic on Twitter after the match.“Many congrats on this amazing achievement @DjokerNole 23 is a number that just a few years back was impossible to think about, and you made it Enjoy it with your family and team!” hetweeted.Djokovic will next take part in games at Wimbledon, which begin at the All England Club on July 3.
Novak Djokovicis a certified winner!
The tennis star, 36, won his 23rd Grand Slam title on Sunday, with a 7-6 (1), 6-3, 7-5 victory over Casper Ruud during the2023 French Openfinal at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France.
The feat meant that Djokovic broke a tie withRafael Nadalfor the most major singles trophies in the history of men’s tennis, according toCBS.
He’s also now the first man to win each Grand Slam tournament title at least three times,U.S. Open Tennissaid.
He previously won the Australian Open 10 times, the Roland Garros three times, Wimbledon seven times and the U.S. Open three times, per the outlet.
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
Ella Ling/Shutterstock
“A Grand Slam is a Grand Slam — four biggest tournaments that we have in the history of our sport, tennis. Every single player dreams of being on this stage and winning the trophy at least once in their career,” Djokovic said after his win, per CBS.
“I am beyond fortunate in my life to win, 23 times, Grand Slams. It’s an incredible, incredible feeling,” the pro athlete added.
Nadal, 37, who missed this year’s tournament because he is injured, congratulated Djokavic on Twitter after the match.
“Many congrats on this amazing achievement @DjokerNole 23 is a number that just a few years back was impossible to think about, and you made it Enjoy it with your family and team!” hetweeted.
Djokovic will next take part in games at Wimbledon, which begin at the All England Club on July 3.
source: people.com
