Novak Djokovic won the Olympic gold medal in men's singles tennis, defeating Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (7/3), 7-6 (7/2) in a closely contested final. This victory completed Djokovic's collection of major titles, adding the elusive Olympic gold to his 24 Grand Slam titles. Despite the 16-year age gap, Djokovic's experience and resilience prevailed. After the match, Djokovic praised Alcaraz on X, recognizing the young star's talent and bright future. Djokovic's emotional reaction highlighted the victory's significance.