Novak Djokovic wins 5-set Wimbledon thriller to reach semis
Novak Djokovic advances to the Wimbledon semifinals after winning the longest quarter-final match in the tournament's history.
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Novak Djokovic has secured a place in the Wimbledon semifinals by defeating Auger-Aliassime in a five-set marathon. The match lasted five hours and is reported as the longest quarter-final in Wimbledon history.
Coverage from the BBC, The Guardian, and ESPN emphasizes the grueling nature of the contest, described as a "thriller" and an "epic." SMH.com.au highlights Djokovic's resilience, quoting his reference to his "racquet and a lot of heart." According to Al Jazeera, the victory sets up a semifinal showdown between Djokovic and Sinner.
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'It is not normal' BBC · 92d ago
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Novak Djokovic wins 5-set Wimbledon thriller to reach semis ESPN · 92d ago broke it first
Questions people are asking
Who did Novak Djokovic defeat in the quarter-finals?
Djokovic beat Auger-Aliassime.
How long did the match last?
The match was a five-hour epic and the longest-ever Wimbledon quarter-final.
Who will Djokovic face in the semifinals?
Djokovic is scheduled for a showdown with Sinner.
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