Novak Djokovic was again booed on Centre Court at Wimbledon after some antagonism between the Serbian champion and members of the crowd late in his superb semi-final triumph over Italian stylist Lorenzo Musetti. The 24-time major winner will feature in his 37th grand slam final on Sunday when he tackles Carlos Alcaraz for the second year in succession after playing superbly to defeat Musetti 6-5 7-6 (2) 6-4 in 2hr 48min. It is an astonishing strike rate, for Djokovic is playing his 75th grand slam tournament.
But everything about the 24-time major winner is astounding, from the breathtaking quality of the tennis he has produced to his ability to overcome injuries and still perform at his best. Just 25 days ago Djokovic underwent surgery to repair a meniscus tear in his left knee. Now he is one victory away from standing alone as a 25-time grand slam singles titleholder, which would surpass Australia’s Margaret Court.
He currently sits two major titles clear of Rafael Nadal in the men’s ranks but said he was uncertain whether he would be able to play after feeling significant pain in his knee during a five set triumph over Musetti at Roland Garros which subsequently required surgery. “There was plenty of doubt,” he said. “Coming into London about eight days before the tournament, I didn’t know whether I would be part of the tournament or not.
I was keeping everything open until the day of the draw, really. “I said before the tournament that I felt if I did not ha.