Golden Slam in Tennis: Djokovic and Alcaraz Face Off

What is a Golden Slam in Tennis?

Definition

A Golden Slam in tennis is the achievement of winning all four major championship tournaments (Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open) in a single calendar year, plus an Olympic gold medal in tennis.

Historic Significance

The Golden Slam is considered one of the most prestigious accomplishments in tennis history, with only two individuals having achieved it in the Open Era: Steffi Graf (1988) and Serena Williams (2012 and 2015).

Djokovic and Alcaraz's Quest

Preview of the Men's Tennis Gold Medal Final

At the 2024 Paris Olympics, world number one Novak Djokovic and rising star Carlos Alcaraz will compete in the men's tennis gold medal final. Both players have previously won a Grand Slam title, and a victory in Paris would give them the opportunity to secure a historic Golden Slam.