Wimbledon final: 'World is watching' as Djokovic and Alcaraz clash for title

Novak Djokovic says the "world of sport" will be watching on Sunday when he faces Carlos Alcaraz in a Wimbledon final where history and potentially a generational shift are on the line.

Djokovic is attempting to equal Roger Federer's record of eight titles at the All England Club and match Margaret Court's all-time mark of 24 Grand Slam crowns.

The 36-year-old Serb has already won this year's first two majors – the Australian and French Opens – and victory on Centre Court over the world No 1 will tee him up for a crack at a calendar Grand Slam at the US Open later this year.

"It's the ultimate showdown," said Djokovic, who will be playing in a record 35th Grand Slam final.

"Everything comes down to one match. All eyes of the tennis and sports world will be directed on this Sunday's Wimbledon final. It's probably the most watched tennis match globally."

When Djokovic won his first major at the 2008 Australian Open, Spaniard Alcaraz was still three months shy of his fifth birthday.

Djokovic can become Wimbledon's oldest champion while Alcaraz is bidding to be its third youngest after Boris Becker and Bjorn Borg.

"I obviously have more experience. It can help a little bit in some important moments, beginning the match, managing the nerves, managing the occasion, circumstances," said Djokovic.

"But it's not going to be the deciding factor really. Whoever, on a given day, is in a better state, mentally and physically, will be the winner."

Novak Djokovic of Serbia, left and Carlos Alcaraz of Spain take part in a practice session ahead of the Wimbledon tennis championships. AP Photo

Djokovic won the mind games when the pair clashed in the French Open semi-finals in June.

Alcaraz suffered body cramping, a physical ailment