Wimbledon: 'He's flying!' - Watch incredible shot as Novak Djokovic does splits to make winner

It required something very special to deny rising star Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon on Tuesday afternoon, and Novak Djokovic found what was required. The reigning champion and top seed recovered from two sets down to beat the Italian in thrilling fashion and reach the semi-finals at the All England Club for the 12th time. Ad/> A set away from his first defeat at SW19 since 2017, the six-time champion dug deep to keep his title defence alive — and one shot in particular in the final set had the stunned crowd standing.

WimbledonDjokovic roars back from two sets down to battle past brave SinnerAN HOUR AGO «Oh my! He was flying then!» exclaimed Chris Bradnam on commentary for the BBC. «That has got the crowd on his side. What a shot that was! The flying winner: just an extraordinary shot!» /> 'He needs to come back' — Djokovic hoping for 'one more' Federer clash 'You cannot do that at Wimbledon' — Sonego accuses Nadal of 'distraction' tactic 'He likes to intimidate me' — Djokovic says son impersonates Nadal in practice In his 11th five-setter at Wimbledon, Djokovic took his record to 10-1 when going the distance at these Championships, while it was the third time he has overcome a two-set deficit.

Next up for the 20-time Grand Slam singles champion is a semi-final against either David Goffin or Britain's Cameron Norrie. /> “Huge congratulations for a big fight from Jannik. I’m sure there are going to be a lot of opportunities for him on the big stage.