Djokovic Sets Another Record at Wimbledon, Rolls to Third Round
- On July 3, 2025, Novak Djokovic advanced to Wimbledon’s third round by defeating Dan Evans 6-3, 6-2, 6-0 on Centre Court, marking his 99th match win at the tournament.
- Djokovic, the sixth seed, faced a tricky opponent in Evans, who had won their only prior meeting four years ago on clay in Monte Carlo.
- Djokovic executed his tactical plan perfectly, overcoming a slow start by converting nine break points after failing the first nine, and never faced a break point himself until the final game.
- He expressed confidence in his clear game plan and flawless execution, adding that Wimbledon holds a unique and cherished place in his heart.
- Djokovic advanced to Wimbledon’s third round for a record 19th occasion in the Open Era, moving closer to matching Federer’s eight titles at the tournament while chasing his 25th Grand Slam victory.
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Djokovic banks on 'home' advantage against Davis Cup teammate at Wimbledon
LONDON: Novak Djokovic believes he is playing as well as he can on Wimbledon’s grass as he gears up to face Davis Cup teammate Miomir Kecmanovic in the third round today. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
London. Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic yesterday signed his 99th win in Wimbledon by sweeping the British Daniel Evans with 6-3, 6-2 and 6-0 partials, to advance to the third round of the tournament and add another record to his name by reaching 19 times this instance. With this he surpasses Roger Federer as the man with the most appearances in the open age.
Djokovic sets another record at Wimbledon after reaching third round for 19th time
Novak Djokovic added another record to his name by reaching Wimbledon's third round for a 19th time with a 6-3, 6-2, 6-0 win over Dan Evans at Centre Court on Thursday.It was Djokovic's 99th win at Wimbledon overall, and the 19th third-round appearance
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