Olympics: These players have completed the Career Golden Slam (singles)
Novak Djokovic etched his name in history books after winning the gold medal in men's singles tennis at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Djokovic beat Carlos Alcaraz of Spain 7-6, 7-6 on Court Philippe-Chatrier at Roland Garros. By winning his maiden gold, Djokovic completed the Career Golden Slam (all 4 Grand Slams and Olympic gold). Here are players with Career Golden Slam wins in singles.
Novak Djokovic (Serbia) - 2024
Djokovic won his maiden Olympic gold and second medal (bronze in 2008 Beijing). As per Opta, at 37y 74d, Djokovic became the oldest player to secure gold in men's or women's singles at the Olympics, since the sport's reinstatement as an Olympic event in 1988. Djokovic owns 24 Grand Slams in men's singles (Australian Open: 10, French Open: 3, Wimbledon: 7, US Open: 4).
Serena Williams (USA) - 2012
Former women's star Serena Williams completed the Career Golden Slam in 2012 when she won gold at the London Olympics. It was her maiden Olympic gold in women's singles. She also claimed three gold medals in women's doubles. Serena finished her career with 23 Majors in singles (Australian Open: 7, French Open: 3, Wimbledon: 7, US Open: 6).
Rafael Nadal (Spain) - 2010
Rafael Nadal won the men's singles gold at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, defeating Fernando Gonzalez. His Career Golden Slam arrived in 2010 with Wimbledon and US Open wins. Nadal, who won the gold medal in men's doubles at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics, owns 22 Grand Slam titles in singles, including 14 at Roland Garros (Australian Open: 2, Wimbledon: 2, US Open: 4).
Andre Agassi (USA) - 1999
Andre Agassi won the men's singles gold medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. He defeated Spain's Sergi Bruguera. Notably, Agassi completed the Career Golden Slam when he won the French Open in 1999. The legendary tennis player was the first men's player with this feat. He ended up winning 8 Grand Slam honors (Australian Open: 4, French Open: 1, Wimbledon: 1, US Open: 1).
Steffi Graf (Germany) - 1988
At the 1988 Olympics held in Seoul, Steffi Graf won the prestigious women's singles gold, representing West Germany. Notably, 1988 was the magical year for Graf. She won all four Grand Slam honors that year, including three events for the first time. Graf finished her career with three Olympic medals (including doubles). She also lifted 22 Grand Slam titles, including 7 at Wimbledon.
