Novak Djokovic defends Wimbledon title, admits favorite status after defeating Rublev and reaching SW19 semi-final
Posted : 14 July 2023
Novak Djokovic has advanced to the semi-finals at Wimbledon and is confident in his chances of winning an eighth title at the prestigious tournament. After coming from a set down, Djokovic defeated Andrey Rublev to secure his spot in the last four. This will be Djokovic's 46th Grand Slam semi-final, where he will face 21-year-old Jannik Sinner, who is competing in his first.
Djokovic acknowledges the challenge posed by Sinner, recognizing his strong play on grass and his aggressive style of taking control of points. Djokovic is familiar with Sinner's game and expects him to continue improving, particularly with his serve on the grass surface.
Despite Sinner's potential, Djokovic is looking forward to the challenge and both players have time to recover before the match.
When asked if he considers himself the favorite to win the Wimbledon title, Djokovic responds honestly, acknowledging his past success at the tournament. With four previous Wimbledon titles and reaching another semi-final,
Djokovic believes he can be considered the favorite based on his track record and the results he has achieved throughout his career at Wimbledon. However, he maintains respect for his opponent and understands the motivation they both have to win. Djokovic looks forward to the upcoming match and is eager to see what unfolds on the court.
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