Battle of legends: When and where to watch Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz tennis final today at Paris Olympics

In a highly anticipated showdown, tennis legends Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz are set to clash for the gold medal at the Paris Olympics 2024.

Djokovic, 37, aims to avenge his recent Wimbledon loss to Alcaraz and secure his first Olympic gold, having previously won bronze in Beijing 2008.

Meanwhile, Alcaraz, 21, is having a stellar year, winning the French Open and Wimbledon.


The match will take place at Philippe Chatrier, starting after the women's doubles bronze match at 3.30 PM (IST).

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In his four previous Olympic appearances, Djokovic experienced considerable disappointment, having lost three singles semi-finals to Rafa Nadal, Andy Murray, and Alexander Zverev.

This past week, Alcaraz has carried a significant load, reaching the singles final and partnering with his idol Nadal in a moving doubles campaign that concluded in the quarter-finals.

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If he wins and becomes the youngest Olympic singles champion, he would join Steffi Graf and Nadal as the only players to have won the French Open, Wimbledon, and Olympic gold in the same year.

Head-to-head record between Djokovic and Alcaraz

They have faced each other six times before, with each player having won three matches apiece. Their only encounter at Court Philippe Chatrier occurred during the 2023 French Open semifinals, where Djokovic triumphed 6-3, 5-7, 6-1, 6-1, as Alcaraz struggled with full-body cramps in the final two sets.

When and where to match Djokovic vs Alcaraz at Paris Olympics?

The two legends from Spain are set to clash at 3.30 PM IST. Fans can enjoy the live broadcast on Sports18 channel or live streaming on JioCinema.