'It is not normal' - but extraordinary Djokovic defies odds once again
Novak Djokovic secured a hard-fought victory in a five-set Grand Slam quarter-final match at age 39. Observers and peers praised his extraordinary physical endurance and competitive spirit, noting that his performance defies typical athletic aging curves.
Why it matters
Djokovic's continued dominance at an advanced age challenges conventional understanding of athletic longevity and peak performance in professional sports.
Figure caption, Djokovic beats Auger-Aliassime in five-set thriller to progress to semi-finals
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