'World watching' as Djokovic, Alcaraz clash for Wimbledon title
LONDON: Novak Djokovic says the "world of sport" will be watching when he faces Carlos Alcaraz in a Wimbledon final where history and a generational shift are at stake.
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Novak Djokovic will have his eyes set on equalling Roger Federer's record of eight Wimbledon titles when he takes on world no.1 Carlos Alcaraz in the final on Sunday. Having already won the Australian Open and French Open this year, victory on Sunday will put the 36-year-old just one major away (US Open) from completing the first men's calendar Grand Slam since 1969. On Friday, Djokovic defeated Itlay's Jannik Sinner 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (7/4) in the semi-final to reach his ninth Wimbledon final.
Exclusive: ‘Everybody knows Djokovic is the favourite’ – Carlos Alcaraz out to defy odds in Wimbledon final
Carlos Alcaraz has labelled Novak Djokovic the obvious favourite ahead of their hotly anticipated Wimbledon final at the All England Club. The Spaniard set up a showdown with the Serb after a stunning straight sets win over Daniil Medvedev in the semi-final but is well aware of the enormity of the task that awaits him as he bids for a second Grand Slam title. Ad “Everybody knows [Novak] Djokovic is the main favourite, myself as well,” Alcaraz told Mats Wilander.
Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic Set For 'Feast' In Blockbuster Wimbledon Final
Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic set up a potentially era-defining Wimbledon title showdown after cruising through their semi-finals on Friday with the Serb superstar promising a "feast" of tennis in the championship match. World number one and US Open winner Alcaraz, playing only his fourth grass-court tournament, defeated Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 6-3, 6-3. Djokovic, the reigning Australian Open and French Open champion, reached his ninth final at the All England Club and record 35th at the Grand Slams by seeing off Jannik Sinner 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (7/4).
Alcaraz, Djokovic set for ‘feast’ in blockbuster Wimbledon final
LONDON: Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic set up a potentially era-defining Wimbledon title showdown after cruising through their semifinals on Friday with the Serb superstar promising a “feast” of tennis in the championship match.
'The best final we could have' - Novak Djokovic fired up to face Carlos Alcaraz in blockbuster Wimbledon decider
Novak Djokovic says he's as motivated as ever at Wimbledon despite no longer chasing a men’s Grand Slam record and described Sunday’s clash with Carlos Alcaraz as “the best final we could have.” Djokovic’s victory at Roland-Garros earlier this year made him the standalone record holder for men’s major singles titles on 23, but that hasn’t slowed him down in pursuit of a 24th at the All England Club. Ad The Serbian has the chance to equal Roger Federer’s record of eight men’s singles titles at Wimbledon this year, while he will reclaim the world No. 1 spot if he beats top seed Alcaraz.
Novak Djokovic advances to Wimbledon final to stay on track for eighth title
Novak Djokovic is one win away from a record-equalling eighth men's singles title at Wimbledon after coming through a tricky semi-final encounter against Jannik Sinner on Friday.
Top Seed Carlos Alcaraz Sets Up Wimbledon Final With Novak Djokovic
Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic set up a potentially era-defining Wimbledon title showdown after cruising through their Centre Court semi-finals on Friday. World number one and US Open winner Alcaraz, playing only his fourth grass-court tournament, defeated Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 6-3, 6-3.