Novak Djokovic weathered a rough storm on Centre Court. The world No. 6 lost the first set 1‑6 in just 31 minutes to Australia’s dynamic Alex de Minaur. It was the worst opening set of his Wimbledon career . But then the Serbian legend flipped the script.
Epic Comeback on Centre Court
- Djokovic regrouped. He dominated the next three sets, claiming them 6‑4, 6‑4, 6‑4.
- In the fourth set, De Minaur surged to 4‑1 with match point for 5‑1. But Djokovic responded with five straight games to close it out.
- After 3 hours and 19 minutes, Djokovic sealed the win and set up a QF clash with Italy’s No. 22 seed Flavio Cobolli. This time, though, it ended differently.
Mental Fortitude & Tactical Reset
Djokovic admitted he struggled early:
“I didn’t have many solutions… It wasn’t a great start for me. It was a great start for him.”
He credited his mental resilience, adding, “I was very pleased to hang tough in the right moments.”
Historic Run Continues
- This marks Djokovic’s 16th Wimbledon quarter-final, and his 63rd Grand Slam QF, extending his Open Era records.
- He’s one step closer to matching Federer’s eight Wimbledon titles and chasing a record 25th Grand Slam trophy.
- De Minaur, 26, had never beaten Djokovic on grass and proved a formidable foe today.
Up Next: Tough Test vs. Cobolli
Italian 22nd seed Flavio Cobolli is playing well. He just notched his first Grand Slam quarter-final, bubbling past Marin Cilic in four sets. Djokovic will need to bring his A‑game again.
Djokovic showed why he’s still playing at the top of the sport at 38. It wasn’t pretty early on—but he refocused. This win keeps him on track for history. Friday’s match against Cobolli will be a real test. But after today’s showing, Djokovic looks ready.
“Djokovic Stuns Wimbledon Crowd with Epic Comeback Win!”
