Novak Djokovic has revealed that an injury sustained in his quarter-final match against Flavio Cobolli worsened during his semi-final defeat to Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon. The setback hampered his movement and accuracy, ultimately contributing to his straight-sets loss against the Italian.
Djokovic’s Struggles in the Semi-Final
Ailing Movement and Precision
The 38-year-old Djokovic appeared to be struggling with his movement and lacked his usual precision during the match against Sinner. He took a medical timeout between the second and third sets but didn’t seem to be at full strength, often limping and having difficulty moving laterally.
Impact of the Injury
Djokovic admitted that he felt physically compromised during the match, stating it “wasn’t a pleasant feeling on the court”. While he didn’t want to go into details about the injury, he acknowledged that it limited his movement and prevented him from playing his best.
Sinner’s Performance and Acknowledgement of Djokovic’s Injury
Sinner’s Strong Play
Jannik Sinner showcased exceptional performance, demonstrating intricate precision and capitalizing on Djokovic’s limitations. Sinner acknowledged that Djokovic’s injury played a role in the outcome of the match.
Sinner’s Post-Match Comments
Sinner noted that he served very well and moved much better during the semi-final. He also observed that Djokovic appeared to be injured, particularly in the third set, and credited his own calm demeanor and strong play in crucial moments for securing the win.
Djokovic’s Determination to Return
Future Wimbledon Appearances
Despite the injury and defeat, Djokovic is determined to return to Wimbledon. He has confirmed that this will not be his last appearance at the prestigious tournament.
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