As Andy Roddick once said: "He first takes your legs, then your soul." ;)

What a performance by Novak at the age of 36! Now, everyone should just take a deep breath and think how hard this is at his age! He is a different kind of a beast from all other tennis players, he is of his own kind! A mental giant and a great Master! No matter if you support him or not, all of us should put our hats off and admire his greatness! And yeah, sorry for the Alcaraz cramps, but it is a matter of someone's physical state and preparations done. It was too tough match for Alcaraz and that's why it happened. Will be better, he is young. He will have a great future. Now, hats off to Novak! As Andy Roddick once said: "He first takes your legs, then your soul." ;)

Novak has had countless battles throughout his career, he's physically and mentally hardened by it. Obviously, he also had to battle hassle crowds all over the world as well which makes him even more admirable! And his childhood was a horror show with war and bombing. The media does a hit job on him and his family whenever they get the opportunity! It's mindboggling that someone with so many disadvantages can succeed and be so great against all odds!

We have to admit Djokovic has an insane physical for having 36 years old. With a player against him in a match you have to play in the limit of your physical conditions and Alcaraz suffered the consequences. It was a pity because the match was having an amazing rythm in the second set.

What a masterclass from Djoko. The level he achieves at 36 year olds is insane.

Old man Djokovic ... 36 and still the best out there. What a player.. what a legend! Wish you all the best on sunday Novak! ♥️🇷🇸

It’s a marvel to see how he’s maintained such a high level up to the age of 36.

Novak wow, just wow. The best ever!

Najveći fraer i čovek koji je uzeo reket u ruke.srbenda nole‼‼‼

Good luck in the finals 🙌🏻 Djoker 🙌🏻♥️

Без старца нема ударца!!! Идемооооооооооо🇷🇸🇷🇸🇷🇸🇷🇸

Imagine the years between them.. Djoko is now in his Prime, absolutely amazing

Novak is playing all the career against his opponents, against the judges (chair umpires and line judges), against the crowd and last years against politicians throughout the World and he was forbidden to compet at several Grand Slams! And besides all that, he is the GOAT! And just besides but because of all that, beating all of them - he showed that he is undesputed GOAT!

Alcaraz was physically pushed to the limit and couldn't resist, this too is part of the match not just the game

Novak took his legs and his soul.

When I look back at this match, I can't help geting the impression that although Carlos had a problem of a psychological nature, when you look at the incredible intensity of his shots, Djokovic forced him to play at least 10 shots in every point which would have been winners against any other player on the tour, for all that he had to sprint like crazy from one to other corner of the field, add to that an uncertain result and tension, cramps were inevitable

If Djokovic gives the second set to you - don't take it, it is the second trap.

If it hadn't been the case with AO a few years ago and COVID restriction, who knows... maybe he would have benn fighting now for 24th title.

Spectacular match and moments. Carlos is a fighter and Djokovic...what can I say...Great player and most of all GREAT MAN. Loved them both today 👏👏👏An example of attitude from both !👏👏👏👏👏Beautiful!!!

Novak has been treating his body and soul better than any other tennis player, better than most people. First two sets were intense for both. Carlos was pushing his body more than he could handle. Novak was also on the edge, but right there we can see what treatment each one of these champions are giving to their bodies. Novak has learnt that over the years, and Carlos needs to recognize when to slow. It is incredible what kind shots he manages to return into opponents field, but to be honest I dont think all of them matters that much. He is like that fastest dog in the park who will always catch the ball first even though he might break his own neck catching it :D Maybe that was part of Novak's tactic, to try exhaust him as much as he can. Huge respect for Carlos for not surrendering, and walking over. He didnt want to diminish Novak's apparent victory, even though it feels like it is diminished with this outcome. As every other tennis fan, I was hoping to see 5 hours battle, and Carlos is not quite there yet. He is demolishing pretty much every other player on tour within 3 hours TOP. But not Novak. And that is the reason why this victory Novak should celebrate like it lasted 5 hours. Cheers everyone!

Djokovič KING 🇷🇸🇷🇸🇷🇸🇷🇸

Bravo legendo naša, ponos regije

Djokovic is definitely the GOAT!

Oh shit, they forgot to arrest him again. The GOAT does what the GOAT does... No1e you are the pride of Serbia. The best athlete in history. God bless you

I reckon meeting Djokovic in a semi-final five-set grinder is the ultimate test in sport - both mentally as well as physically. It is what separates the men from the boys.

Novak je inteligentna zver na terenu.Bez sumnje najveci svih vremena .

i played tennis and always thought Federere is the geatest cause of his initial dominance and ease in playing,just not from earth.But the consistency,constance,unbelievable mind power, dedication, self belief and anything else you can mention shown by Djokovic since around 25 yo is objectively something from another world.He changed my ind,he is the greatest.

Djokovic played this one on his 100%, and that's unbeatable level for any tennis player.

The man who rewrote the history of tennis is the great and unsurpassed Novak Djokovic 🇷🇸

Terrible way to go out for Alcaraz, he's got an outstanding future provided no injuries. Novak is in a class of his own. His fitness is on another level. For me he's the best men's tennis player ever.

such a pity for the ending...first 2 sets were incredible :) I'm convinced that Nole is not only super skilled but has got an incredibile mix of physical perfection (skinny without too much muscles like Nadal or Alcaraz) and mental strenght. He is still the strongest of the circuit and won't be easy replace him for a while...

No wonder Alcaraz had a cramp. One set with Djokovic is like five sets with any other player.

25 slams by end of year. The GOAT debate will be put an end to with a thunderous full stop in just several months. Get ready.

Thanks to God for giving us Novak Djokovic. Serbia loves you No1e.

Novak is at the heart of tennis and what a spectacle he makes it for fans when another emerging young gun battles it out with a superstar like him

Good tennis! Djokovic is very agile, fast and has a good sportsmanship at the same time :) Alcaraz is doing great, he had a cramp in the third set but was fighting till the end. I love Alcaraz, thumbs up!

Poetry in a motion, serbian maestro ✍️🇷🇸

After 2nd set a friend called me in the pause, I said I'm certain Djokovic will win even if he loses 3d set because I could se how much energy Alcaraz was spending, running so much and with such intencity in the sun. Djokovic made him rush left and right and run for drop shots allot. All this was too much for the boddy.

Alcaraz è un grandissimo tennista, e sicuramente tra pochi anni avrà fatto il vuoto dietro di sé...ma per il momento c'è ancora uno di quei tre che per un ventennio ha praticato un altro sport Complimenti a entrambi, forza Nole

At 36 years old, more fit than a 20 year-old... Amazing performance

Didn’t expect Novak to go through honestly. Up until the injury it was a fantastic match. You still got to win it though after that. So respect to Novak.

Новак - машина! ЛЕГЕНДА! С любовью, Москва.

Alcaraz play style is at very high injury risk level. It was just matter of time when this will happen.

When it comes to predicting sports events, AwakenBeerus's accuracy is unparalleled

What a sensational player Djokovic is.

I love the dynamic tennis of Alcaraz vs the chess style of tennis by Djokovic. 2 sets of pure tennis between the two.

What a match! Brilliant tennis by both!

Hocemo Boze Pravde Noleee

Damn.. that was an insane high level.. never seen this speed/tactics/variety/endurance from both sides.. never thaught of the youngest guy getting cramped up.. but very sportive of Alcaraz to finish the match...

Never underestimate Novak!

Why not show the breakpoint at 5-5 all 40 -A points for Djokovic, when he missed an easy cross court backhand? 😮😮😮Hidden agenda not to show how close Djokovic was to Serve for the second set?? That was one of the most important points of the second set

People that seriously thought that Alcaraz would win is a joke. Novak is not a 20+ Grand slam winner by mistake...

Novak is a legend! The machine !

Old school rules... Compliments to Alcaraz for deciding to finish the match: respect.

If it weren't for those cramps this encounter could've been one of the best matches this season... Huge respect on Alcaraz for not throwing the towel and giving that day every last chance..!

Новак Джокович, Рафаель Надаль, Роджер Федерер лучшие GOAT. Как три мушкетера. Спорт номер 1. Настоящее исскуство.

Thanks for not spoiling the outcome and for showing Djokovic being the best sportsman

If you don't play your best, this will happen every time against Djokovic.

I expected Djoko to win this, and he did. Bravo Nole, I will be rooting for you tomorrow.

Alcaraz learnt this day that Djokovic is no Tsitsipas

*Nole dominated Alcaraz in his kingdom (the clay court): a challenge of a real G.O.A.T. This killer version of Djokovic is a real monster.* For me this was the real final of the French Open 2023.

sometimes I think that Djokovic will be the best tennis player in the world in ten years 😅

Two of my three favourite tennis players (the other being Rafa). I always stated that Novak was the favourite to win, even if slightly, and even though Carlitos had the weapons to beat him. Still, Novak is Novak, the GOAT and a true brutal force. What Carlitos experienced today, Nole himself experienced hundreds of times, and then he overcame everything. Carlitos will surely learn from this 'cause he has the mentality and honesty to do that. Right now, the present belongs to Novak Djokovic slam-wise. Amazing inspiration.

This could easily be the greatest match in RG history if only Carlos didnt got injury, level and power shown from both in those 2 sets was mind blowing!

Djokovic is the goat of all sports

My 2 favorite. Alcaraz can learn so much from Djokovic, and this match can help so much him for future

There is only one God of tennis and his name is Novak Dkojovic. When Alcaraz wins 22 GS, wins all the Masters and is number 1 for 350 weeks, ONLY THEN can it be said that he is close to the God of tennis.

King ....is KING .....!!!!

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="149">2:29</a> The best point of the year.

I was watching the match at Philippe chatrier live, and both men were struggling at the end of the 2nd set under very hot conditions. Nole being more experienced took a nice long break at the end of the 2nd set, cold shower, fresh clothes, and came back after a good 5 minute break. Carlos on the other hand stayed in the sun and on court, and paid for it. The more experienced senior knew how to turn it around by just catching his breath and after that, it was just a matter of letting alcaraz run through his emotions.

First he takes his legs...

For some perspective, Carlos is closer to Novak's son in age than the is to novak 😮

Nole Champion und der best der Welt Grüß aus Dijaspore

You could feel the stress level Alcaraz had since the beginning of the match. With that and the running and the hit = cramps. Every tennis player knows that. He'll learn to relax

Very good quality wow. From both.

They played in such an insane way..... They hit the ball with so powerful and smooth movements that you could not even see in a videogame!!! And Novak is not human at all!

Love to hear some more proserbian rhetoric from Djoko. Love love love.

This is called proper highlights

They are not prepared for this, he will take all slams this year, and can go up to 30 slams easy, his career gonna last until 40...

One of the biggest anticlimax in modern tennis

Simple GOAT!!!

The two greatest players in the world producing a master class in pure tennis entertainment

Best two sets ever 🏆

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="459">7:39</a> great sportsmanship. Lovely to see Novak helping out with Carlos' injuries!

WELL DONE, SERBIAN SON!!! LONG LIVE!

Alcaraz unloaded all his force on tsitsipas. Can’t win against Nole with mid level condition. His play style is very aggressive but against a juggernaut like Nole you have to be prepared for 6 hours of tennis. Nole is basically a marathon runner who can do that until he is 45.

Djokovic showed amazing sportsmanship

What you in the West have not yet understood: Novak wins because he is more intelligent than all tennis players. He wins with his head, because he knows exactly how to play with the opponent, what are his weak points.

Verrà il momento in cui il giovane leone sarà capo branco,ma non è questo. Il vecchio leone ha ruggito e messo in chiaro che il Re è ancora lui

One of the Most brutal Tennis plays ive Seen best 2 Players onnthis earth ball

NoVax the Serbianator is simply the GOAT

Ну класс, красивый теннис

No words!

People saying that Nadal or Federer are GOAT 🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

it could been one of the best matches of french open history if alcarac didnt get injured they were both playing on masterclass levels,incridble tennis here

with a day of time to reflect, i realize: we witnessed a prodigy finding out about his own limits.

*alcaraz not on physical level for marathon GS matches yet...*

BRAVO DJOLE! TU AS MONTRE ET PROUVE QUE TU ES LE MEILLEUR DE TOUS LES TEMPS! TOUT LE PEUPLE SERBE T AIME, OU QUE TU SOIS! VIVE!!!

great that you didn't spoil the result in the title!! thanks

Even without cramps Novak was just way too much for him today,lets be real here...