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Djokovic digs deep to beat Wu in first-round scare
Djokovic survived six break points and converted his only chance to extend his flawless first-round record at Wimbledon.
- On Monday, June 29, 2026, 39-year-old Serbian legend Novak Djokovic defeated China's Wu Yibing 6-4, 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 to reach the second round of the Wimbledon Championships.
- Despite displaying physical discomfort while stretching his back during the third and fourth sets, Djokovic saved all six break points he faced in the final set to survive the match.
- Tensions rose when Centre Court spectators chanted 'Wuuuu,' which Djokovic interpreted as booing, prompting the seven-time champion to cup his ear toward the crowd after clinching a pivotal point.
- Djokovic described the encounter as 'really challenging,' admitting he 'should have lost' the fourth set, while extending his flawless opening-round record at the All England Club to 21 wins.
- The 39-year-old next faces Stefanos Tsitsipas, while the men's draw witnessed significant upsets as top seeds Casper Ruud and Andrey Rublev were eliminated during the tournament's opening days.
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Wimbledon 2026: Djokovic sees off inspired Wu to reach second round
“It felt really challenging today. Wu deserves a round of applause for his incredible performance. As for how I’m feeling, I’m feeling happy but not the freshest I guess. It didn’t feel like the first round to be honest,” said Djokovic.
·Chennai, India
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Wu Yibing Vs Novak Djokovic Highlights, Wimbledon 2026: Ageless Djokovic Survives Wu's Challenge To Reach Round Two
Watch Wu Yibing vs Novak Djokovic highlights from Wimbledon 2026 as ageless champion Djokovic survives a fierce four-set challenge to extend his perfect first-round record at the All England Club and book his place in round two.
·New Delhi, India
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Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovici, favorite 7, qualified, Monday night, on tour two at Wimbledon, the third big slam of the year.
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