Carlos Alcaraz sets up mouthwatering Wimbledon final with Novak Djokovic

14.07.2023 - 18:55 breakingnews.ie

Carlos Alcaraz set up a Wimbledon final for the ages after dismantling Daniil Medvedev on Centre Court. The 20-year-old became the youngest man to reach the final since fellow Spaniard Rafael Nadal in 2006 with a commanding 6-3 6-3 6-3 victory.

Alcaraz, the world number one and top seed, will face Novak Djokovic, the seven-time champion who is 16 years his senior, in Sunday’s mouthwatering showpiece.

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The celebrations do not seem to be ending anytime soon for Carlos Alcaraz, who edged past Novak Djokovic to clinch his maiden Wimbledon title on Sunday. The 20-year-old defeated Djokovic 1-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 after four hours and 42 minutes of breathless action on Centre Court. The loss also shattered the Serb's dream of clinching a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title. For Alcaraz, it was his second major title, following his US Open title last year. Amid all this action, the Spaniard, who is currently on cloud nine, could not hide his excitement and had an oops moment in front of the camera.

Novak Djokovic Gets 'Record' Fine For Shattering Racquet In Wimbledon Final

The most decorated men's tennis player of the Open Era, Novak Djokovic couldn't bag the Grand Slam number 24, suffering a defeat at the hands of World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final. The thrilling contest that went to the 5th set saw Djokovic lose control on multiple occasions. After he broke Alcaraz's serve and went on to lose his own service game, Djokovic smashes his racquet on the net post. Having been charged with 'racquet abuse', the Serbian star was reprimanded for his actions and given a hefty penalty.

Djokovic fined for angry racquet-smashing tirade in Wimbledon final

Seven-time Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic has been fined £6 100 ($8 000, R140 000) after smashing his racquet against the net post during Sunday's final on Centre Court.

Watch: Carlos Alcaraz Has A Surprise Well-Wisher In Novak Djokovic Jr. After Wimbledon Win

Carlos Alcaraz left everyone impressed with his brilliant performance to beat Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon men's singles final on Sunday. It was the first Wimbledon title for the 20-year-old Spaniard who had earlier won the US Open 2022 title after defeating Casper Ruud. In a video posted by the official Wimbledon handle on YouTube, Alcaraz could be seen waving at the fans inside the All England Club before he meets Djokovic's family. He shook hands with Djokovic's son Stefan and then he was greeted by Djokovic's wife Jelena who had a small chat with the youngster.

Novak Djokovic fined $8,000 for ‘racket abuse’ in Wimbledon final

Novak Djokovic has been fined $8,000 after smashing his racket against a net post during Sunday’s men’s singles final at Wimbledon.