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Updated · The Guardian · Jul 10Djokovic Leads Sinner 4-3 in Wimbledon Semi-final as Both Men Trade Love Holds
3 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Jul 10Summary
- 4-3 to Djokovic, the first set stayed on serve after Sinner produced the semi-final’s first love hold and Djokovic matched it immediately.
- Centre Court was filling back toward capacity as play continued in blazing sun, with both players wearing caps during a tightly contested opening set.
- The exchange underlined how little separated the pair early on, with Djokovic’s trademark defensive stretching helping him preserve his narrow edge.
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With Sinner leading their rivalry 6-5, will his youth finally conquer Djokovic's legendary experience on this grand stage? Will Sinner's known weakness in extreme heat derail his title defense against the sport's most resilient veteran?