Djokovic wins five-hour epic to earn Sinner showdown at Wimbledon
Novak Djokovic defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime in a record-breaking five-hour Wimbledon quarterfinal match. He is set to face world number one Jannik Sinner in the semifinals as he pursues his 25th Grand Slam title.
Why it matters
Djokovic's continued dominance at age 39 represents a significant milestone in tennis history, drawing global attention to the sport's competitive landscape.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Novak Djokovic has advanced to a record-extending 15th Wimbledon semifinal and 55th at the Grand Slams [Glyn Kirk/AFP] By AFP and Reuters Published On 8 Jul 2026 8 Jul 2026 Novak Djokovic survived the longest quarterfinal in Wimbledon history to beat Felix Auger-Aliassime in a five-set thriller, booking a mouth-watering last-four showdown with Jannik Sinner, while Coco Gauff scripted her own history by reaching the semifinals of all four Grand Slams with her win over Jessica Pegula.
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