McEnroe’s Wimbledon Prediction: Djokovic Has a Slight Edge Over Sinner

As Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic prepare to face off in the Wimbledon semi-finals, tennis legend John McEnroe has weighed in, giving a slight edge to Djokovic. The highly anticipated match is scheduled for Friday, July 11, 2025.

The Stakes

Djokovic is aiming for his record-equalling eighth Wimbledon title and a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam crown. Sinner, on the other hand, is chasing his first Wimbledon title.

Djokovic’s Wimbledon Dominance

McEnroe emphasized Djokovic’s mastery of the Wimbledon courts. “Wimbledon is Novak’s best chance to win another slam, absolutely,” McEnroe said. “He understands the nuances of this court better than anyone.”

Sinner’s Recent Success Against Djokovic

Despite Djokovic’s strong Wimbledon record, Sinner has had recent success against him, including a victory in the French Open semi-final. Sinner leads Djokovic 5-4 in career head-to-head matches.

McEnroe’s Reasoning

McEnroe acknowledges Sinner’s recent dominance but believes Wimbledon’s conditions favor Djokovic. “But on this court, you would say this is Sinner’s least favourite and Novak’s best at this point, so that makes it a real toss-up, maybe even a slight edge in Novak’s favour,” explained McEnroe. McEnroe also noted concerns about Djokovic’s physical condition, mentioning a fall during a previous match and issues with his stomach.

Sinner’s Strengths

Sinner, currently ranked No. 1 in the world, has had a strong year, including winning his first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open. He has also reached the semi-finals in the US Open and French Open. At Wimbledon, Sinner has been dominant, reaching the semi-finals for the second time in three years.

Djokovic’s Experience

Djokovic’s experience at Wimbledon is undeniable. He holds the record for most Wimbledon men’s semi-final appearances with 14. He has won 20 of his last 21 Grand Slam quarter-final matches.

Expert Predictions

While McEnroe gives a slight edge to Djokovic, other experts are leaning towards Sinner. Some predict Sinner will win in four sets.

Betting Odds

As of July 10, 2025, Jannik Sinner is favored to win with a 55.58% chance, according to bookmakers.

Sinner and Djokovic’s Road to the Semi-Finals

• Jannik Sinner: Sinner has had a strong run at Wimbledon, defeating players like Yannick Hanfmann and Ben Shelton. He has only dropped 17 games on the way to the fourth round, equaling an Open Era record. Sinner beat Ben Shelton in the quarterfinal.
• Novak Djokovic: Djokovic reached his 14th Wimbledon semi-final by defeating Flavio Cobolli in the quarter-finals. He also had victories over Alexei Popyrin and Miomir Kecmanovic.

Keys to the Match

Several factors could determine the outcome of the match:

• Djokovic’s Physical Condition: McEnroe raised concerns about Djokovic’s physical condition, particularly his stomach issues.
• Sinner’s Elbow: Sinner has been playing with a sleeve over his right arm due to an elbow injury.
• Grass Court Advantage: McEnroe believes Djokovic’s experience on grass gives him an advantage.
• Sinner’s Recent Form: Sinner has been in excellent form, winning four of his last five encounters with Djokovic.

Conclusion

The semi-final clash between Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic promises to be a thrilling encounter. While Jannik Sinner has been dominant recently, John McEnroe believes Novak Djokovic’s Wimbledon experience gives him a slight advantage.