Paul Fein

In 2023, Djokovic overcame injury, illness, and controversy to cement his GOAT status as he surged past the declining Nadal (22) and the retired Federer (20) to finish the year at 24 Grand Slam singles titles, a men’s record.

The queen of women’s tennis faced three new contenders for her throne, who captured their maiden Grand Slam titles in 2023, but only after their persistence and passion overcame years of failure and frustration.

Let’s look back at the bests and the worsts of a memorable and often surprising year in tennis.

The Italian came back from two sets down against Daniil Medvedev to win his first Grand Slam title. Meanwhile, Aryna Sabalenka became the first woman to win back-to-back Australian Open titles since Victoria Azarenka in 2013.

We put the spotlight on three talented teens that the world should watch out for in men’s tennis in 2024.

The Spanish sensation battled hard to win his latest title at Indian Wells, delivering incredible performances against Daniil Medvedev and Jannik Sinner.

Trick shots and dramatic emotions have enough takers in many talented tennis players. But are they enough to attain ultimate sporting glory?

Iga Swiatek maintained her dominance on clay at Roland Garros, while Carlos Alcaraz further solidified his status as Rafael Nadal’s heir apparent.

A resilient Novak Djokovic was decisively overwhelmed by Carlos Alcaraz, who solidified his legacy as one of the sport’s future greats.

European men have won the last 59 Grand Slam singles titles, a streak that started in 2009 after 20-year-old Argentine Juan Martin del Potro upset Roger Federer in the US Open final.