The price tag on Novak Djokovic's racket recently reached a staggering 1.5 million US dollars at an auction, equivalent to 1 crore 18 lakh 57 thousand Bangladeshi taka.
The price tag on Novak Djokovic's racket recently reached a staggering 1.5 million US dollars at an auction, equivalent to 1 crore 18 lakh 57 thousand Bangladeshi taka.
A Million-Dollar Racket: Djokovic's Historic French Open Winner Sold at Auction
The price tag on Novak Djokovic's racket recently reached a staggering 1.5 million US dollars at an auction, equivalent to 1 crore 18 lakh 57 thousand Bangladeshi taka. This particular racket holds historical significance as Djokovic wielded it during his triumph at the 2016 French Open, securing his first victory in the tournament and completing a career slam by defeating Andy Murray 3-6, 6-1, 6-2, 6-4 in the final.
Despite the racket's pivotal role in Djokovic's career milestone, he couldn't retain ownership of the iconic equipment. During the celebration of his Red Fort win, Rafael Nadal tossed the racket into the crowd, where it was caught by a fortunate spectator, Abby Doherty. After meticulously preserving the racket for an extended period, Doherty ultimately decided to put it up for sale. Initial estimates suggested a potential auction value of $1,500, but when listed on the SCP auction site, the racket fetched an astonishing $1,075,000!
In a historical context, the sale of Billie Jean King's legendary racket, used in the 1973 'Battle of the Sexes' match against Bobby Riggs, is also notable. It commanded a price of 125 thousand dollars back then. The recent sale of Djokovic's racket, however, sets a new benchmark in the realm of tennis memorabilia auctions.
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