Wimbledon 2023: Exclusive: Jannik Sinner expects 'completely different' Novak Djokovic test in semis

Jannik Sinner plans to re-watch last year’s epic Wimbledon battle with Novak Djokovic ahead of their semi-final meeting but insists he is a different” player one year on while speaking exclusively to Eurosport’s Barbara Schett. The pair’s quarter-final clash was one of the highlights of the men’s draw in 2022, as Sinner took the first two sets before a roaring comeback from the top seed where he won in five. Ad The Italian will have a chance to gain revenge on Friday when he faces the defending champion for a place in the final at the All England Club – and he hopes to learn from last year’s heartbreak.

Wimbledon'He must believe he has a good chance' — Djokovic will find Sinner 'tough to beat' — Wilander9 HOURS AGO “I am going to watch [last year’s quarter-final], knowing that it is going to be a completely different match, because I am different but I feel like also he has improved,” Sinner told Eurosport. “He is playing much better, so it's going to be a very tactical match. “Let's see how the situation is going to be — if we play with the roof closed if it's raining, if there is sun, if it's windy, all these kinds of things.

I'm very happy that I can face him again.” 'I wasn't sure what I should focus on' — Swiatek reflects on Svitolina defeat Federer and Nadal 'have transcended their sport more than Djokovic’ – Toni Nadal Djokovic considers himself favourite to win Wimbledon, calls Sinner a 'complete player' Sinner has risen to No. 8 in the world this year, but the 21-year-old is breaking new ground at Wimbledon after reaching a career-first Grand Slam semi-final. “It means a lot, many hours of work on the court and sacrifices, and it feels good,” Sinner said.