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Djokovic claims French Open to lift record 23rd Grand Slam trophy

Novak Djokovic won a third French Open title with a straight sets win over Casper Ruud from Norway. It was a record 23rd triumph at one of the four Grand Slam tournaments for the 36-year-old Serb. © Pierre René-Worms/RFI

Novak Djokovic hoisted a 23rd trophy at one of the four Grand Slam tournaments on Sunday after he beat Casper Ruud in straight sets to win the 2023 French Open.

The 36-year-old Serb won 7-6, 6-3, 7-5 in three hours and 13 minutes to become the most successful male player in history.

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