Champion Carlos Alcaraz and seven-time winner Novak Djokovic are to duel again in a mouth-watering Wimbledon final rematch after consummate Centre Court triumphs. Alcaraz overcame another sluggish start to blast past an outclassed Daniil Medvedev in the opening semi-final, losing the first set for the third time in the Championships on Friday only to move up several gears to race to victory 6-7 (1-7) 6-3 6-4 6-4. Then Djokovic took centre stage to earn a crack at avenging last year’s five-set loss in a classic final as he defeated Lorenzo Musetti in immaculate fashion 6-4 7-6 (7-2) 6-4.
Once again, Djokovic celebrated by playing an imaginary violin with his racquet. It was supposed to be for his daughter in the stands, who’s learning to play the instrument, but more boos from the crowd suggested some fans felt it was aimed at their support of Musetti. Third point of the match.
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com/HOC9h5jX9g The Serbian legend then made it clear he’s in the mood to win the record-breaking 25th grand slam that will take him past the mark he currently shares with Australian Margaret Court. “I’m satisfied and pleased, but I don’t want to stop here. Hopefully I get my hands on the trophy,” said the 37-year-old, betraying any signs of the surgery he had on a torn meniscus five weeks ago.
Victories for Djokovic and Alcaraz mean the same pair will meet in consecutive Wimbledon finals for the first time since Djokovic .