French Open: Novak Djokovic defeats Casper Ruud to win his 23rd Grand Slam singles title

Novak Djokovic stands alone at the pinnacle of men’s tennis after defeating Casper Ruud to claim an historic 23rd Grand Slam title at the French Open on Sunday.

Djokovic’s 7-6 (7-1) 6-3 7-5 victory over Ruud draws him level with Serena Williams and he could equal Margaret Court’s all-time singles mark at Wimbledon next month.

The Serbian, meanwhile, also becomes the first man ever to win at least three Grand Slam…