Novak Djokovic 'better than ever' as experts predict 'scary' tally of Grand Slams after French Open glory

Eurosport's experts have been lining up to pay tribute to Novak Djokovic after he clinched his 23rd Grand Slam singles title in the final of the French Open on Sunday. The 36-year-old surpassed his great rival, Rafael Nadal, with his 23rd major crown as he comprehensively defeated fourth seed Casper Ruud in straight sets, 7-6(1) 6-3 7-5, for his third triumph at Roland-Garros. Ad Shorlty after Djokovic sealed the deal in Paris, the attention switched to whether he could go on and clinch a famous 'Calendar Slam' by winning Wimbledon and the US Open — a feat he came close to securing in 2021 as he fell at the final hurdle.

Roland-Garros'He's not done yet!' — Ruud backs Djokovic to add to his 23 Grand Slam victories23 MINUTES AGO What was certainly clear to Eurosport's Tim Henman, Mats Wilander and Barbara Schett was that Djokovic has somehow managed to improve once more and is now «better than ever» as he looks to add to his absurd tally of major titles. «So many facets of his game are better,» Henman said. «He is hitting the ball harder, he doesn’t make unforced errors, he is moving better than ever.

»When you break it down shot for shot, his drop shot is better, and he is comfortable coming to the net. I think he is definitely playing better than he has ever played in his life, which is scary at the age of 36. «He’s been very honest about these numbers.

He was tied with Rafa on 22 and has now got to 23. In my mind, Margaret Court is ahead of him on 24 and I think that will be the next obvious target. »He is very smart with his schedule and his career is defined by these four Slams, so it will all be about his preparation and the way he works up to these events.