Novak Djokovic defeats Yibing Wu in challenging first round at Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic began his Wimbledon campaign by defeating Yibing Wu in four sets, 6-4, 5-7, 6-4, 6-4. The match, lasting over three hours, saw Djokovic face significant pressure, especially in the fourth set where he saved six break points. Wu, previously struggling with injuries, brought an aggressive game that earned him praise from the crowd. Despite his victory, Djokovic expressed that it was a challenging match and acknowledged the pressure he faced from Wu. He highlighted the need to combine experience with physical freshness as he looks to capture his 25th Grand Slam title.

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