Alcaraz completes a historic changing of the guard at Wimbledon

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Carlos Alcaraz has been crowned champion of Wimbledon 2024 after an impressive display of all his virtues as a budding legend. He swept an impotent Novak Djokovic off the court and prevailed 6-2 6-2 7-6 (4) in a final that will go down in the history of world tennis.

The anticipation was high, the excitement uncontrollable, and there was a curious sense of facing a Grand Slam title clash where Novak Djokovic was not the clear favorite, with Carlos Alcaraz being perceived as the one with the most chances to reign. What was witnessed this afternoon in the Wimbledon 2024 final is considered by many as the definitive changing of the guard in world tennis, with a stunning display of power by the Spaniard from start to finish.

Right from the start of the match in the first set, it was evident that there were two different speeds on the court, with the Murcian's being superior to Novak's. Carlos was flying across the court, and after securing a hard-fought break in the first game, he displayed spectacular confidence in his abilities, minimizing any hope for the Serbian. Alcaraz attacked with assurance on Djokovic's forehand side, causing the Serbian to struggle to make solid footwork with his battered knee and not be overwhelmed by his opponent's first or second shots.

With deadly right-hand shots, a high percentage of first serves, well-placed drop shots at the right moments... Alcaraz did everything right, even in the second set, where he completely dismantled any attempt by his opponent. Djokovic appeared dejected and blocked, feeling clearly inferior to his rival and unable to find solutions to his troubles. The Murcian capitalized on the two break points he had and left no chance for a Novak who didn't even show his usual bursts of pride that typically help him in adverse situations.

It seemed almost impossible that the Spaniard could maintain that level in a third set that became an ultimatum. It was hard to imagine that the Balkan would swiftly turn the tables, particularly facing the tennis hurricane in front of him. Novak managed a crucial step, holding off the unleashed Alcaraz, who had break opportunities in the early stages. Djokovic escaped that situation and emerged significantly strengthened both mentally and on the tennis court.

- Alcaraz ended the match with 42 winners and 24 unforced errors.

Logic suggested that Alcaraz would slightly lower his intensity and accuracy, but the Spaniard was determined not to give Djokovic any room to get back into the match. Unaffected by his opponent's history and intangibles, Alcaraz displayed a splendid level of gameplay to keep the score even until the ninth game, where he delivered a blow that seemed decisive, with shots unimaginable for anyone else.

However, when everything seemed sealed with a 40-0 lead for the Spaniard, his confidence crumbled like a house of cards. A double fault and several unforced errors allowed Djokovic to turn that game around and cling to the match like a drowning man to a lifebuoy. Alcaraz managed to recover to take the set to the tiebreak, where the most tense, brilliant, and competitive moments of the match unfolded.

Unbelievable volleys, an inconceivable drop shot from anyone but an artist and a genius, and an incredible ability to keep calm were what defined Carlos Alcaraz's triumph in that tiebreak, ultimately tipping the scale in his favor. Novak Djokovic fought until the end but had to surrender to the superiority of a more than deserving champion of Wimbledon 2024.

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