Novak Djokovic faces Casper Ruud in French Open final with history on the line

HISTORY IN THE MAKING: Novak Djokovic has his sights set on history. Pic: Thibault Camus/AP

Novak Djokovic can complete his ascent to the top of tennis history by claiming a 23rd grand slam title at the French Open on Sunday.

Since inserting himself into the Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal duopoly, Djokovic has been playing catch-up, but victory over Casper Ruud would see him out on his own as the most successful men’s singles player ever.