Novak Djokovic has advanced to the semifinals at Wimbledon without even hitting a ball, as Australian player Alex de Minaur had to withdraw from their quarterfinal match due to a hip injury. De Minaur made the announcement during a press conference, where he explained that a hip injury, specifically a tear in the fiber cartilage that connects to the abductor, forced him to pull out of the tournament.
The Australian player revealed that he sustained the injury during his Round of 16 match against Arthur Fils, where he felt a “loud crack” during the final three points of the match. De Minaur expressed his devastation at having to withdraw, especially since he considered this match to be the biggest of his career so far.
Novak Djokovic, on the other hand, will now have the opportunity to compete in his 13th Wimbledon semifinal, tying Roger Federer for the most appearances by a man in the tournament’s history. Djokovic, who recently underwent knee surgery, has been in fine form at Wimbledon, only dropping two sets despite the injury setback prior to the tournament.
In the semifinals, Djokovic will face Lorenzo Musetti of Italy, who is appearing in his first Grand Slam semifinal after defeating Taylor Fritz in the quarterfinals. Musetti acknowledged Djokovic’s experience and expertise on the Wimbledon surface, but also expressed his readiness for the challenge of facing such a formidable opponent.
The matchup between Djokovic and Musetti promises to be an exciting one, with Djokovic aiming to continue his quest for another Wimbledon title and Musetti looking to make a mark in his debut Grand Slam semifinal appearance. Tennis fans will be eagerly anticipating this semifinal clash between the seasoned champion and the rising star.