July 11, 2025 | London, England
Seven-time Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic, 38, canceled his scheduled 1–3 p.m. practice session at Aorangi Park on Thursday following a dramatic tumble late in his quarterfinal win against Flavio Cobolli. The slip—a "nasty fall" described by Djokovic—happened on his second match point, but he recovered and won the final two points to clinch a spot in the semifinals against world No. 1 Jannik Sinner.
🔍 Fall & Fitness Concerns
Djokovic said after his win:
“It was a nasty fall. It was very awkward… the real impact I will feel tomorrow”.
He’s hoping the next 24–48 hours will bring relief so he can return to play pain‑free.
⚡ Sinner’s Own Injury Struggle
Top-seeded Sinner, likewise, scaled back practice after sustaining a minor right elbow injury in his fourth-round win. Despite that, he defeated Ben Shelton in straight sets and resumed limited training.
🏆 Semifinal Showdown: Experience vs. Youth
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Djokovic now aims for a record 25th Grand Slam and eighth Wimbledon final, but physical concerns linger.
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Sinner, 23, holds a 5–4 lead in career matchups, including a French Open semifinal victory in May .
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Experts, including two-time major winner Tracy Austin, consider this potentially “the match of the rest of his career” for Djokovic, given his age and the high stakes.
🌡️ What to Watch for on Friday
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Can Djokovic overcome lingering effects from his fall and maintain peak physical form?
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Will Sinner’s elbow issue impact his serve or forehand under Centre Court pressure?
If Djokovic can stay agile, his grass-court mastery and mental toughness may see him through.
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