Novak Djokovic outlasts Felix Auger-Aliassime in Wimbledon semifinal
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 10:20 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Novak Djokovic triumphed over Felix Auger-Aliassime in a lengthy Wimbledon semifinal on July 7, 2026. The match spanned 5 hours and 15 minutes, culminating in a score of 7-6 (10), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (4), 7-6 (4). With this victory, Djokovic secured his eighth consecutive appearance in Wimbledon semifinals, extending his historic run in the tournament. The intense contest showcased both players’ skills, pushing Djokovic to maintain his elite form ahead of the finals.
- •The match lasted 5 hours and 15 minutes.
- •Djokovic's semifinal score was 7-6 (10), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (4), 7-6 (4).
- •This victory marks Djokovic's eighth consecutive Wimbledon semifinal appearance.
- •Djokovic extends his record streak at Wimbledon.
- •Next, he will advance to the finals of the tournament.
- 11:47 PMBBC Sport — Djokovic beats Auger-Aliassime in five-set thriller to progress to semi-finals
- 10:57 PMESPN — Djokovic outlasts FAA in 5-hour Wimbledon epic
"Novak Djokovic extended his streak of Wimbledon semifinal appearances to a record eight, outlasting No. 3 seed Felix Auger-Aliassime 7-6 (10), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (4), 7-6 (4) in a match that lasted 5 hours and 15 minutes.
"Novak Djokovic defeats Felix Auger-Aliassime in the longest Wimbledon quarter-final in history at five hours and 15 minutes, to set up a meeting with Jannik Sinner in the final four at SW19.
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External links- BBC SportJul 7, 2026, 11:47 PMDjokovic beats Auger-Aliassime in five-set thriller to progress to semi-finals
Novak Djokovic defeats Felix Auger-Aliassime in the longest Wimbledon quarter-final in history at five hours and 15 minutes, to set up a meeting with Jannik Sinner in the final four at SW19.
- ESPNJul 7, 2026, 10:57 PMDjokovic outlasts FAA in 5-hour Wimbledon epic
Novak Djokovic extended his streak of Wimbledon semifinal appearances to a record eight, outlasting No. 3 seed Felix Auger-Aliassime 7-6 (10), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (4), 7-6 (4) in a match that lasted 5 hours and 15 minutes.
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