History on the line: Djokovic is all fired up
The Straits Times|July 14, 2024
Novak Djokovic believes the prospect of creating tennis history will provide the "fuel" he needs to defeat Carlos Alcaraz and clinch an eighth Wimbledon title and record 25th Grand Slam on July 14.
History on the line: Djokovic is all fired up

Just five weeks after undergoing surgery on his right knee, 37-year-old Djokovic can become the oldest Wimbledon champion of the modern era and avenge his heartbreaking five-set loss to the Spaniard in the 2023 final.

"I'm aware of what's on the line.

Any Grand Slam that I play, there's always history now on the line," said Djokovic.

"I will try to use that as a fuel to play my best tennis."

Djokovic will be playing in his 10th Wimbledon final and 37th at the 75 Majors in which he has played.

A 25th Grand Slam title would be an all-time record for men and women, snapping the mark of 24 he shares with Margaret Court.

"It serves as a great motivation, but at the same time it's also a lot of pressure and expectations," added the Serb.

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