Jannik Sinner defeats Novak Djokovic in Wimbledon semifinal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 6:11 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Jannik Sinner defeated Novak Djokovic in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4, during the men's singles semifinal at Wimbledon. The match marked a significant moment in Djokovic's career, hinting at challenges ahead as he approached age 40. Djokovic struggled through previous matches, expending considerable energy and falling short against Sinner, who faced no break points until late in the contest. With this victory, Sinner moves on to the final against Alexander Zverev, while Djokovic's pursuit of a 25th Grand Slam title is now in question.
- •Sinner wins the semifinal match 6-4, 6-4, 6-4.
- •Djokovic exhausted from previous matches, struggling for energy.
- •Sinner advances to face Alexander Zverev in the final.
- •Djokovic's hopes for 25th Grand Slam title now uncertain.
- 6:11 PMYahoo Sports — Wimbledon: The race for Grand Slam No. 25 is over for Novak Djokovic
"Djokovic remains an incredible tennis player. He is also no longer equipped to win seven matches in a best-of-five set format.
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