Wimbledon 2025: Federer returns to Royal Box to watch Djokovic chase his record<\/p>\r\n\r\n
London, July 7 (IANS) Roger Federer chose a special occasion for his return to Wimbledon, as the eight-time champion watched Novak Djokovic\u2019s fourth-round match from the Royal Box on Monday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 43-year-old Swiss legend, who last competed at SW19 in 2021, made his first appearance at this year\u2019s Championships to witness his former rival continue his quest for history.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Federer, whose 22-year Wimbledon career includes a remarkable 105-15 win-loss record and five consecutive titles from 2003 to 2007, was perfectly placed to see Djokovic take on Alex de Minaur.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Serbian star is aiming to equal Federer\u2019s record of eight Wimbledon crowns. Djokovic, who reached a century of Wimbledon match wins on Saturday, is now second only to Federer in victories at the All England Club.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Federer and Djokovic shared some of Wimbledon\u2019s most memorable moments, including their unforgettable 2019 final. That epic five-set battle lasted four hours and 55 minutes, with Federer holding two championship points on his serve at 8-7, 40\/15 in the fifth set before Djokovic staged a dramatic comeback to win in a deciding-set tie-break.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While Federer\u2019s playing days at Wimbledon may be over, his presence at Centre Court on Monday was a reminder of his lasting legacy at the grass-court major, as fans and players alike look on with admiration.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Wind played a major role in disrupting Djokovic\u2019s rhythm during the opening set of his Wimbledon round of 16 clash against Alex de Minaur, as the Australian raced to a dream start.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Djokovic, serving first, began with a double fault and although he followed it with an ace, the struggles continued. He was broken twice, handing De Minaur a 4-1 lead, with the final point of that game coming off another double fault.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Wind played a major role in disrupting Djokovic\u2019s rhythm during the opening set of his Wimbledon round of 16 clash against Alex de Minaur, as the Australian raced to a dream start.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Among others watching on Centre Court were England cricket great James Anderson and West Indies legend Brian Lara.<\/p>\r\n\r\n