Novak Djokovic reaches the Wimbledon semi-finals after surviving what multiple outlets describe as the longest quarter-final in the tournament’s history. The 39-year-old Serbian defeats Canadian third seed Felix Auger-Aliassime in a five-set match lasting 5 hours and 15 minutes, winning a deciding-set tiebreak. Sources report the set scores as 7-6 (12-10), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (5-7 or 7-4), and 7-6 (10-4), with one outlet emphasizing that the deciding set went to tiebreak.
Several reports state Djokovic is into the last four for an eighth consecutive time. Others highlight that he battles through physical trouble, including a calf injury suffered early in the match, and that both players are pushed to their limits during extended spells. One outlet also notes a dispute involving Wimbledon officials during the encounter.
With the win, Djokovic sets up a semi-final against Jannik Sinner, the defending champion, in a matchup presented by outlets as a high-profile contest.
