Djokovic makes history with 20th Grand Slam
On Sunday, world number one Novak Djokovic made history by matching Roger Federer’s record of 20 Grand Slams.
He defeated Matteo Berrettini in 6-7(7-4), 6-4, 6-4, 6-3 at Wimbledon to achieve the feat.
Djokovic came into this competition on the heels of a hard fought, but dominant win at Roland Garros, his 19th Grand Slam title.
With the record 20th Grand Slam in focus, Djokovic continued his momentum in a year where he had already won the Australian Open.
The match started slowly for Djokovic as he dropped a competitive first set 6-7(4-7) to Berrettini but after that it was all Djokovic as he came back and won the next three sets to take the clincher.
Djokovic has now won three Grand Slams in 2021 and will look to become the first men’s tennis player to get a calendar year grand slam since Rod Laver in 1969 when the US Open starts on August 30th.
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
Politics
Police arrest eight for attempting to disrupt inauguration of Kano commissioners
“Enough of clusters of ‘Yan Jagaliya’ loitering around Government House, Audu Bako Secretariat and similar offices trying to disrupt governance,” said the police chief.
Showbiz
Enugu government, families to give Mr Ibu, Jnr Pope ‘befitting’ burial
The commissioner for information and communication, Aka Eze Aka, disclosed this in an interview on Friday in Enugu.
Politics
Zamfara governor appoints new Community Protection Guards commandant
The former commandant’s suspension may be related to his recent radio interview, in which he accused the state government of not paying CPG staff salaries.
Uncategorized
Police foil attack in Katsina, kill suspected bandit
The police spokesman, Abubakar Aliyu, told journalists in Katsina about the attack on Thursday.
Lagos
Lagos underaged children locked up, subjected to inhuman treatment rescued; grandmother arrested
“The Three children are looking malnourished and unhealthy. The suspect was arrested,” the police said.
Politics
APC Primary: Governor Aiyedatiwa rounds off LGA tours
The 16 aspirants, including Mr Aiyedatiwa, are vying for the APC governorship ticket on April 20.s
