Instant classic: Alcaraz takes Wimbledon crown

Carlos Alcaraz proved his standing as the world's No. 1 men's player by holding off Novak Djokovic for the Wimbledon crown in a five-set thriller. - Josh B. [MORNING BARK](mb_header_main?utm_source=mb&utm_medium=email&mb_edition=20230717) Sports. And then some. [Subscribe]( | [Yardbarker.com](?utm_source=mb&utm_medium=email&mb_edition=20230717) Top Story Carlos Alcaraz proved his standing as the world's No. 1 men's player by holding off Novak Djokovic for the Wimbledon crown in a five-set thriller. - Josh B. 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