Djokovic Battles On Despite Illness to Reach Round Two at Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic began his Wimbledon title defence with a hard-fought 4-set victory over Alexandre Müller, surviving a stomach issue to win 6-1, 6-7(7), 6-2, 6-2. After racing through the first set in dominant form, Djokovic hit a wall in the second, struggling with energy and missing multiple break and set points before Müller pushed through to take it in a tense tiebreak.

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A medical timeout early in the third set proved pivotal. Djokovic credited what he called “doctor’s miracle pills” with restoring his energy, after which he regained control, winning 10 of the final 12 games to close out the match. He remains unbeaten in Wimbledon first-round matches (20-0) and is set to face Brit Dan Evans next.

Drama & Early Exits Mark an Explosive Day

It wasn’t just Djokovic making headlines; Wimbledon saw a record eight top-10 seeds eliminated on day two, a first in the Open era. High-profile exits included Coco Gauff, Alexander Zverev, and Jessica Pegula, highlighting just how unpredictable this year’s tournament has been so far.

What This Means Going Forward

Djokovic’s performance showcased why he’s considered one of the all-time greats: from near-collapse to composed dominance, he reminded fans that mental toughness and experience can overcome most challenges. His ability to recover mid-match sets a worrying tone for opponents.

Next up is Dan Evans, a wild card with a respectable head-to-head record against Djokovic. The Serb will undoubtedly need to be at his best to avoid another scare.