Djokovic, Sinner Face Fitness Concerns Ahead of Wimbledon Semifinal Clash

Posted : 11 July 2025

Djokovic, 38, took a nasty fall during his quarterfinal against Flavio Cobolli but managed to recover and secure victory. Meanwhile, Sinner injured his right elbow after slipping in his fourth-round match against Grigor Dimitrov. Although the Italian advanced after Dimitrov retired, he wore heavy strapping on his elbow during his quarterfinal win over Ben Shelton.

While Sinner has confidently stated he will be "100% fit" to face Djokovic, the Serbian has been less certain, canceling a scheduled practice session on Thursday. Sinner also skipped a session earlier in the week, opting for light hitting while awaiting scan results. Djokovic’s fitness remains in question, especially after his Australian Open withdrawal due to a leg injury earlier this year.

Acknowledging his age, Djokovic admits he must work harder than younger rivals like Sinner (23) and defending champion Carlos Alcaraz (22) to stay competitive. "Sometimes I get tired of all the routines I have to do daily just to keep my body ready," he said. "It’s a lot of hours spent off the court, in the gym, or on the treatment table. Physically, I hope I can sustain it."

Sinner and Alcaraz Prepare as Fritz Battles Injury Scare

Sinner, aiming for his first Wimbledon final, participated in his Thursday practice session without visible discomfort. Meanwhile, Alcaraz, who faces Taylor Fritz in the other semifinal, remains the only top player to advance injury-free through the quarterfinals.

Fritz, however, required a medical timeout during his quarterfinal win over Karen Khachanov due to foot issues. Despite a third-set stumble, the American reassured fans that the taping was routine, saying, "A lot of players use this tape job to prevent irritation. I just needed it redone."

Swiatek Shocks Wimbledon with Stunning Run to Final

In the women’s draw, Iga Swiatek has defied expectations by reaching her first Wimbledon final. Known as the "Queen of Clay" for her dominance at Roland Garros, Swiatek has struggled on grass in the past. However, the Polish star has silenced doubters with a remarkable run at SW19.

"Honestly, I’m surprised," Swiatek admitted. "I always believed it was possible, but I knew I’d have to learn and adapt a lot to succeed here." Her victory in the 2018 junior Wimbledon hinted at her potential, and now, as a Grand Slam veteran, she has proven her versatility across surfaces.

With Djokovic and Sinner’s fitness in the spotlight and Swiatek’s breakthrough performance, Wimbledon’s final stages are set for thrilling conclusions.

Djokovic, Sinner Face Fitness Concerns Ahead of Wimbledon Semifinal Clash

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