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Novak Djokovic Eyes Wimbledon Last 16 As John Isner Targets Aces Record

Novak Djokovic faces fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic for a place in the Wimbledon last 16 on Friday as John Isner targets becoming the sport's king of aces. Kecmanovic, 22, has lost both his previous two meetings against the man he describes as his "idol". However, with 2002 Wimbledon runner-up David Nalbandian in his coaching team, he is enjoying a breakout season. Kecmanovic enjoyed career-best runs to the last 16 at the Australian Open and third round at Roland Garros. He has also broken into the top 30 for the first time.

Serie A to have first woman referee next season

Ferrieri Caputi refereed in the third-tier Serie C last season but the Italian Referees Association (AIA) officially named the 31-year-old in its national commission, meaning that she can now take control of matches in the country's top division. "It's a dream come true, a historic moment, Maria Sole has been promoted because she deserves it," said AIA president Alfredo Trentalange after unveiling the refereeing line up for the 2022/23 season.

John Isner sets new world record for aces during Wimbledon match

John Isner found his serving groove early in his Wimbledon match against Italy's Jannik Sinner on Friday to set a new record for the number of aces on the ATP Tour. The giant American, 37, started his match against the 10th seed four aces behind Croatia's Ivo Karlovic, who has served 13,728.