Wimbledon 2026 | Sinner eases past Brooksby, Sabalenka wins power battle against Ostapenko

Novak Djokovic and top seed Jannik Sinner both advanced to the fourth round of Wimbledon 2026 with strong performances on the grass courts. On the women's side, top seed Aryna Sabalenka secured a victory over Jelena Ostapenko, setting up a high-profile clash with Naomi Osaka in the next round.
Why it matters
The tournament is reaching a critical stage where top-ranked players are solidifying their paths toward the title, with significant matchups between Grand Slam champions shaping the remainder of the competition.
Ageless Novak Djokovic reached yet more milestones at a sun-drenched All England Club as he advanced to the Wimbledon fourth round with his 105th victory on the lawns on Friday (July 3, 2026), while top seed Jannik Sinner showed he was slowly warming to the task of defending his title.
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