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Alcaraz attempts to keep lid on great expectations
Carlos Alcaraz is determined to quash any suggestions that his epic Wimbledon final win over Novak Djokovic represents the dawn of a new era despite all indications that tennis has witnessed a generational shift.
Novak Djokovic fined for smashing his racquet against net post in Wimbledon final defeat to Carlos Alcaraz
Novak Djokovic has been fined £6,117 for smashing his racquet against the net post during the Wimbledon men's singles final against Carlos Alcaraz. The incident happened in the fifth set of his defeat to the 20-year-old when his serve was broken in the third game. Ad Umpire Fergus Murphy issued Djokovic a warning for a code violation before the 23-time Grand Slam champion eventually went on to lose to Alcaraz 1-6 7-6(6) 6-1 3-6 6-4 after four hours and 42 minutes.
WTA Rankings: Wimbledon Winner Marketa Vondrousova Makes Top-10 Debut
The 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova has broken the Top 10 in the latest edition of the WTA Rankings, while Iga Swiatek recorded her best career performance at Wimbledon by advancing to the quarterfinals to hold on to the top spot. Vondrousova leads the way with a new career-high, but several of the players who have made headlines in the last fortnight, like Elina Svitolina and Mirra Andreeva, have seen their rankings rise. Marketa Vondrousova enters the Top 10 this week at No. 10, up 30 positions from her previous ranking. Vondrousova's place in the top ranking bracket was confirmed with her remarkable win over Ons Jabeur, making her the sixth Czech player to break the WTA Top 10 since 2000.
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.
‘It's not the right moment’ – Carlos Alcaraz dismisses talk of replacing Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer
Carlos Alcaraz refused to discuss a changing of the guard following his epic win over Novak Djokovic in Sunday’s Wimbledon final. Alcaraz claimed his second Grand Slam title after victory in last year’s US Open, but is refusing to get carried away by the hype and dismissed any comparisons between himself and the ‘big three’ of men's tennis, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal.
An in-depth look at the rapid rise of Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz
Carlos Alcaraz won his second grand slam before turning 21 with Sunday’s Wimbledon triumph.