Novak Djokovic eyes history: Can the Serbian maestro win his 8th Wimbledon crown?

Novak Djokovic, the undisputed titan of Wimbledon with seven titles to his name, has once again shown why he’s a living legend of the sport. At 38, with 24 Grand Slam titles under his belt, Djokovic remains a relentless force on grass, brushing aside age and adversity in pursuit of history. 

Djokovic’s recent hard-fought victory over Australia’s Alex de Minaur in the Round of 16 proved that the Serbian is far from done.

A Battle of Speed and Resilience

The clash with de Minaur was no easy stroll. The Australian stunned Djokovic by taking the first set 6-1, his speed and precision putting the Serbian under pressure. But champions thrive under adversity. 

Djokovic adjusted his strategy, dictating play with his trademark baseline dominance and precise serves. He claimed the next two sets 6-4, 6-4, and weathered a tense fourth set where de Minaur led 4-2. 

In true Djokovic fashion, he roared back to seal the set 6-4, booking his place in the quarterfinals.

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Federer in the Stands, Kohli in Awe

Adding to the drama, Roger Federer watched from the stands, witnessing his long-time rival’s masterclass. “It’s probably the first time he’s watched me and I won the match,” Djokovic said after his win. 

Virat Kohli also joined the chorus of admiration, calling Djokovic “a gladiator” on Instagram where he wrote, "What a match. It was business as usual for the gladiator. @djokernole.”

Novak Djokovic has so far won Wimbledon Champion in 2011, 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2022.

"It's probably the first time he's watched me and I won the match."

Novak Djokovic is relieved to get a win in front of Roger Federer 😅#Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/Q6H1G1p91p

— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 7, 2025

The Road Ahead

Djokovic now will face Italy’s Flavio Cobolli in the quarterfinals, with eyes set on equaling Federer’s record of eight Wimbledon titles. But with young guns like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz also in top form, the path to glory won't be easy.