Sports journalist Jon Wertheim and host Andy Roddick recap Wimbledon Day 10, discussing Djokovic's interview, Rybakina and Krejcikova's victories, Musetti's upset, and the importance of rest for players. They explore Djokovic's performance, controversies, and rivalry motivations in tennis.
Barbora Krejcikova’s powerful serve makes her a formidable contender in women's tennis.
Lorenzo Musetti's strategic play and shot variety caused an upset against Taylor Fritz.
Deep dives
Wimbledon Day Overview
The Wimbledon matches on this particular day did not provide the most thrilling tennis, with some straight-set victories in the women's matches. Novak Djokovic's match was a disappointment as he faced a defeat, while Robocca convincingly secured a win. The day marked a first for this tournament as it didn't rain, but overall, it was not a standout day in Wimbledon history.
Robocca's Dominance
Robocca's performance on the grass courts showcased her skills, especially her formidable serve, which is considered one of the most potent weapons in women's tennis. Her ability to hit the ball effectively off the ground, particularly with her forehand, creates challenging matchups. Despite previous controversies surrounding her wins, Robocca has proved her consistency and top-level play, making her a strong contender for the Wimbledon title.
Taylor Fritz and Musetti Match Analysis
The match between Taylor Fritz and Musetti was surprising, with Musetti displaying a strategic game that kept Fritz off balance. Musetti's effective use of the slice and varied shot placement disrupted Fritz's rhythm, leading to an unexpected outcome. Despite Fritz being favored, Musetti's approach turned the match into an uncharacteristic struggle for Fritz, who faced a disappointing loss and missed a significant opportunity in the tournament.
To start off Day 10, Alex De Minaur pulls from his slotted match with Novak Djokovic due to a hip injury he suffered from his last match with Arthur Fils. Elena Rybakina defeats Elina Svitolina while Barbora Krejcikova beats Jelena Ostapenko. Lorenzo Musetti takes advantage of the moment and upsets Taylor Fritz and advances into a semi-final against Novak Djokovic. Jon Wertheim got to spend some time with Novak Djokovic and shares more about his time interviewing the man trying to win his record breaking 26th Grand Slam.