Novak started his 2024 Wimbledon campaign on Tuesday, easing past Czech qualifier Vit Kopriva in straight sets, 6-1, 6-2, 6-2. He next faces home wild card Jacob Fearnley.
Three and a half weeks after knee surgery and a successful recovery, Novak is returning to the court. Gentlemen’s singles draw has been made for Wimbledon, the most prestigious tennis tournament in the world.
Novak outclassed battling Jordan Thompson with a 6-3, 7-6, 7-5 victory to book his spot in the Wimbledon third round. His next rival will be Stan Wawrinka (SUI, ATP #88).
Novak completed efficient 6-4, 6-2, 6-2 victory over unseeded Karen Khachanov to set up a last eight meeting with 24th seed Kei Nishikori. The match lasted one hour and 45 minutes.
12-time Grand Slam champion notched his 60th match win at The Championships following a convincing 6-1, 6-2, 6-3 victory over world no.126 Horacio Zeballos. He will meet 21st seed Kyle Edmund on Saturday for a spot in the Round of 16
