Novak Djokovic's last Wimbledon loss to someone other than Carlos Alcaraz was in 2017. Even then, his defeat to Czech player Tomas Berdych was due to an elbow injury that forced him to withdraw.
This remarkable unbeaten streak has now stretched to eight years and 45 matches. Yet on Saturday night, Djokovic delivered one of his finest performances in recent memory against fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic. Over three dominant sets, he struck 60 winners with only 19 unforced errors, showcasing a masterclass in precision, spin, and power before an appreciative Centre Court crowd.
Kecmanovic, ranked 49th in the world, had no answers. In fact, with Djokovic playing at this level, few would. The 6-3, 6-0, 6-4 scoreline might have been even more one-sided.
The victory left Djokovic visibly pleased, particularly when he learned he had become only the third player in Wimbledon singles history to reach 100 wins, joining Martina Navratilova and Roger Federer. "It’s a special achievement," Djokovic said. "Especially at this stage of my career, still competing with the younger generation. I’m pushing myself to the limit, playing with as much energy as ever.
"Wimbledon has always been a dream tournament. Making history here means a lot."
Early on, the match seemed competitive. Djokovic opened with an ace and took the first three points. But Kecmanovic responded with a well-executed drop shot and a forehand winner, forcing deuce.
For a brief moment, the contest looked balanced—Djokovic pressing forward, Kecmanovic holding firm. Then, at 4-3, the match turned decisively. A thrilling 14-shot rally came to life after a flawless drop shot from Djokovic.
The two traded desperate volleys at the net before Djokovic lofted a lob that forced Kecmanovic to scramble. The younger Serb somehow retrieved it, even appearing to seize control with a passing shot. But Djokovic, still moving with astonishing agility, lunged sideways in a move reminiscent of Boris Becker to clinch the point with a backhand volley.
As the crowd erupted, Kecmanovic smiled before playfully flicking a ball toward his Davis Cup teammate. But the moment seemed to reinforce the question: how could he possibly overcome Djokovic?
Three points later, Kecmanovic lost his serve, and Djokovic closed out the first set. The second set was even more emphatic—a 24-minute demolition with 13 winners and just two unforced errors.
When Kecmanovic finally held serve early in the third set, he raised his arms in mock celebration. But Djokovic remained relentless, maintaining control until the final point.
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