"I am beyond fortunate to win 23 Grand Slams": Djokovic reacts after making history at Roland Garros
ATP
Novak
Djokovic expressed his excitement after becoming the champion of the 2023
French Open by defeating Casper Ruud 7-6(1), 6-3, 7-5 in the final.
Court
Philippe Chatrier witnessed a historic moment for tennis on Sunday. Djokovic
continues to etch his name at the pinnacle of the sport, securing his 23rd
Grand Slam title, surpassing Rafael Nadal and becoming the sole record holder
for the most major titles.
In his
trophy acceptance speech following the match, 'Nole' spoke about his emotions
upon achieving another Grand Slam victory:
“Obviously,
Grand Slam is a Grand Slam. Four biggest tournaments that we have in the
history of our sports and every single player dreams of being in this stage and
winning the trophy at least once in their career. I am beyond fortunate in my
life to win 23 times Grand Slams. It's an incredible incredible
feeling.”
“It's not a
coincidence that I've won 23rd Grand Slam title in Paris because this
tournament is very much the hardest tournament to win for me all my career.
Lots of reasons, on court and off court. And I have to say that I am very proud
and happy to be here on this very special court,” Djokovic said.
The
36-year-old player will have the opportunity to increase his tally in a few
weeks when Wimbledon begins. The Serbian starts as the favorite in the British
tournament as the champion of the first two Slams of the year and the new world
No. 1.
Furthermore,
if he were to win another title at Wimbledon, he would equal Roger Federer's
record of 8 trophies at the third Grand Slam of the year. Additionally, he
would also match Margaret Court, the all-time leader in Grand Slam victories considering
men and women.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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