Djokovic wins French Open, claims 23rd Grand Slam
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Novak Djokovic claimed a record-breaking 23rd men's singles Grand Slam title when he beat Casper Ruud in the French Open final
Novak Djokovic beat Norway's Kasper Ruud at the French Open on Sunday,
earning himself a record 23rd Grand Slam singles title.
The Serbian has now won the most Grand Slams of any male player and is the only player to
have won each of the four – the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open – at least
three times. The 36-year-old said the victory was extra special given that the French Open
His main rival Rafael Nadal, who has won 22 Grand Slams, usually dominates on clay with
14 wins in Paris. But Nadal missed the French Open this year due to a hip injury.
On hand at Roland Garros was retired US football star Tom Brady.
One champion congratulated another as the two shook hands after Djokovic's win.
Djokovic can extend his lead in Grand Slam victories in July with a win at Wimbledon.
He will bid for an eighth title.