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Novak Djokovic (Source: X)
The final Grand Slam event of the year, the US Open 2024, will kick off on Monday (August 26) at the Flushing Meadows. Some big names are set to chase the title and one of the strongest contenders is Novak Djokovic. The 37-year-old has achieved almost everything in tennis, but it seems that some milestones await him at every tournament.
Earlier this month, Djokovic won a historic gold medal, the only accomplishment that was missing in his glorious career, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s singles final at the Paris Olympics 2024. However, his hunger for victories and titles is far from over and he can be even more competitive with no pressure on his shoulders.
The Serbian will be aiming to defend his US Open title and script history by becoming the first player on the planet to win 25 Grand Slams. He is currently tied with former Australia player Margaret Court for the most Majors (24).
Meanwhile, Djokovic visited the hard court a day before the start of the marquee event and was seen wearing his Olympic gold medal around his neck. In a video shared by the tournament on its official X handle, the legendary player was seen receiving a rousing reception from the crowd.
Watch the video below:
Novak Djokovic steps on court at the US Open with his Olympic Gold Medal.
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) August 24, 2024
Shining. 🥇
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A string of records awaits Djokovic at the US Open
Djokovic will enter the hard-court tournament with high confidence after becoming only the fifth player in history to complete a Career Golden Slam. Apart from the most Grand Slam titles, a few more records await Serbian.
The four-time US Open winner could become the first player to defend his title at the fourth and final Grand Slam tournament of the year. If Djokovic wins the upcoming event, he can take over the tag of oldest singles Grand Slam champion from Ken Roswell.
Djokovic could complete 100 career titles if he wins the 2024 US Open. He is currently third on the list, behind Roger Federer (103) and Jimmy Connors (109). He can also match the record for most US Open titles (5) with Federer, Connors and Pete Sampras.