US Open 2023: Novak Djokovic sets Open Era record with 24th Grand Slam title.

Delhi: Djokovic, the No. 2 ranked tennis player, defeated No. 3 Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 7-6 (5), 6-3 in the men’s singles final of the U.S. Open on Sunday at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York to win his 24th grand slam title.

Djokovic moved ahead of Serena Williams to claim the record for the most major singles titles won in the Open era. Margaret Court also has 24 titles, but 13 of those came before professionals were allowed to compete in Slam events.

The first set saw Djokovic take an early lead, winning it 6-3. Despite a double fault, his first of the match, Djokovic managed to maintain his composure and secure the set.In the second set, the competition intensified. Both players were forced to engage in long rallies, pushing their physical limits. However, Djokovic’s serve-and-volley tactics proved successful, helping him clinch the set 7-6 (5). Medvedev had a chance to level the match on set point, but unfortunately fell behind two sets instead.The third set was a decisive moment in the match. Djokovic, one set away from his 24th Grand Slam title, played with determination and precision. Despite Medvedev’s best efforts, Djokovic secured the set 6-3, sealing his victory in the US Open 2023 final.

“It obviously means the world to me,” said Djokovic, who will return to No. 1 in the rankings on today.