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Novak Djokovic Hails Jannik Sinner as ‘One of the Leaders’ from the Next Generation of Top Tennis Talent Following Wimbledon Semifinal Success

Published 07/15/2023, 2:24 AM EDT

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Novak Djokovic is showing no sign of slowing down. The Serbian sensation has once again showed his unwavering determination for the Wimbledon. He defeated the talented young player Jannik Sinner in the semifinal and spared some special remarks about the new generation of tennis players in a way.

With his sights set on winning the 8th Wimbledon title and his 24th overall Grand Slams, Djokovic’s tireless campaign is inspiring fans and paving the way for future players.

Novak Djokovic’s appreciation for the next generation

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After defeating Jannik Sinner, Djokovic took some time to reflect on the Italian’s skills and his place among the best players in the world.

In the post match interview, Djokovic said, “He’s proven why he’s one of the leaders of the next generation & one of the best players in the world, no doubt. It’s great to be part of this new generation. I love it.”

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Djokovic faced a tough challenge from 21-year-old Italian Jannik Sinner in the semifinals. The Serbian champion displayed his incredible skills and experience, winning convincingly 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (4).

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Despite his win, Djokovic’s match wasn’t as easy going as he had expected.

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During the match, Djokovic faced frustration when the chair umpire called an ‘hinderance’ against him. The call came after The Joker made a loud noise while hitting a powerful shot. This unexpected interruption disturbed Djokovic’s momentum and he was seen visibly upset causing him to question his decision.

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Commentators including tennis doubles icon Todd Woodbridge disagreed with the umpire’s call. Woodbridge expressed his disagreement, saying, “I feel like the umpire had been waiting to make that call. That’s rough.”

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But Novak Djokovic remains undeterred by setbacks continuously exceeding expectations and defying age barriers. Also, the world No. 2’s acknowledgment of Jannik Sinner’s accomplishments and his appreciation for the next generation of tennis stars reveal a champion who embraces the changing dynamics of the sport.

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Ansh Tandon

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Ansh Tandon is a Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports. Ansh received his undergraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and has been working in content creation for 2+ years. Before Ansh stepped into sports journalism, he was a professional tennis player, honing his skills in national level tournaments for the past 12 years as an active AITA athlete.
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Bilal Handoo