At 39, Jokovich Becomes Second Oldest Wimbledon Semi‑Finalist

At 39 years and 51 days old, Novak Jokovich entered the Wimbledon semi‑finals, becoming the second‑oldest male player to do so in the Open Era. Only Australian Ken Rosewall achieved the feat earlier, reaching a Wimbledon semi‑final at 39 years and 246 days in 1974.

Jokovich’s longevity was on full display during his quarterfinal win over Felix Oger‑Alíasime. The match tested his physical limits, yet the Serbian star’s experience allowed him to manage crucial points and maintain composure under pressure.

His appearance in the semi‑final marks his eighth straight Wimbledon semi‑final, a testament to sustained elite performance across nearly two decades.