Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam in the tenth inning secured a 6-3 victory for the Los Angeles Dodgers over the New York Yankees in Game 1 of the 2024 World Series. This dramatic opener was marked by Freeman overcoming a sprained ankle to hit the first game-ending grand slam in World Series history. Earlier in the game, controversy arose when a Dodgers fan interfered with a potential go-ahead home run by the Yankees' Gleyber Torres, leading to a double after review. The incident recalled past interference events like Jeffrey Maier's in 1996. Defensive lapses by the Yankees, including errors by Gleyber Torres, contributed to their downfall, allowing the Dodgers to capitalize and force extra innings. This opening game set a thrilling tone for the series with its combination of historic plays and dramatic events.