Djokovic sets up Wimbledon final rematch with Alcaraz fulfill Childhood Dreams

Novak Djokovic triumphantly defeated Lorenzo Musetti 6-4, 7-6(2), 6-4 to advance to his 10th Wimbledon final, where he will face Carlos Alcaraz in a highly anticipated rematch. Musetti, a first-time Grand Slam semi-finalist, displayed moments of brilliance against the seven-time Wimbledon champion on Centre Court, but ultimately succumbed in straight sets.

Djokovic, who is seeking redemption after losing a thrilling five-set match to Alcaraz in last year’s final, has reached his first final of the year. Remarkably, this achievement comes just five weeks after undergoing meniscus surgery. A victory on Sunday would mark his record-equalling eighth men’s singles title at Wimbledon, completing his inspiring comeback.

Reflecting on his journey, Djokovic reiterated his lifelong dream of winning Wimbledon, a goal he envisioned as a child amid the turmoil in Serbia. “Wimbledon has always been a childhood dream for me – to play it, to win it. I was a seven-year-old boy in Serbia watching the bombs fly over my head and dreaming of being on the most important court in the world, which is here – Centre Court at Wimbledon. I constructed a Wimbledon trophy out of any material I had in the room and watched myself in the mirror, telling myself I’d be a Wimbledon champion one day,” he shared.

Djokovic also credited his family for their unwavering support in helping him achieve his dreams. “The visualisation part was very, very strong. Obviously, that wasn’t enough to make it. I had tremendous support from my family members. My wife has been with me for many, many years and now my children. It has been an incredible journey so I try not to take it for granted. Every single time I find myself on this unique court I really try to enjoy it. Obviously, during the match it’s business time, trying to do your work and outplay your opponent. I’m very satisfied and pleased to be in another final. But I don’t want to stop here. Hopefully, I’ll get my hands on that trophy on Sunday.”