Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner has finally opened up about his thrilling victory over Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon 2025, calling the moment one of the most mentally and physically demanding matches of his career. The win not only helped Sinner capture his first Wimbledon title but also solidified his place among the sport’s elite with four Grand Slam titles to his name.
Sinner on knocking Novak Djokovic out of Wimbledon
Sinner’s path to Wimbledon glory was anything but easy. The 23-year-old had to overcome a grueling semifinal clash against 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic, followed by a final showdown with Carlos Alcaraz. Knocking out Djokovic—arguably the greatest player in the sport’s history—was a defining moment in Sinner’s career.
Jannik Sinner, who now holds a 5-0 winning streak over Djokovic in their most recent encounters, has found a tactical edge over the Serbian legend. With relentless defense, precise timing, and explosive shotmaking, he has consistently neutralized Novak Djokovic’s once-unbreakable rhythm.
But despite the streak, Sinner remains grounded in his respect for the icon he just defeated.
“Every time when you play against Novak it is very, very difficult because he has won so much,” Sinner told CNBC International. “He has this standing which at the moment no other player has, because of his experience and how many Grand Slams he has won, but also the shape that he is in with his age is just amazing.”
"I Love These Challenges," says Jannik Sinner
While Novak Djokovic’s dominance has waned, especially in the past two years, facing him remains one of the ultimate tests in men’s tennis. Jannik Sinner acknowledged the rollercoaster nature of such a match and how it pushed him to the limit.
“The match is a rollercoaster because he can raise the level immediately and you have to stay there mentally every point and try to understand what is going on,” Sinner said. “Fortunately, I love these challenges when you go on court and have a tough moment that you have to go through. It was definitely a very, very difficult match against Novak.”
This victory marks a historic milestone as Sinner becomes the first Italian to ever win Wimbledon, and perhaps more importantly, he did so by toppling two modern titans—Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz—back to back.
From heartbreak to history
Jannik Sinner’s Wimbledon triumph was also a redemptive arc following his crushing loss at the French Open, where he squandered a two-set lead and multiple championship points. That heartbreak, however, fueled his hunger, culminating in one of the most significant wins of his career.
His victory at the All England Club not only cements his status as the world No. 1 but also sends a powerful message to the tennis world—Sinner is no longer the future; he is the present.