Wimbledon: Novak Djokovic sets a new record in Grand Slams and pulls away from Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal

Djokovic thus pulled away from his big opponents Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in this ranking. Federer (31) and Djokovic had previously shared this record. Nadal follows closely behind with 30 appearances in major finals.

Djokovic’s quota in this context is particularly impressive. The 35-year-old competed in a total of 68 Grand Slam tournaments in his career, reaching the final in 47 percent (!) of the cases. He has won the title 20 times, on Sunday he can expand this statistic to 21 major successes.

The Serb also climbed to second place in the internal Wimbledon leaderboard with 85 matches won (with ten defeats) and left legend Jimmy Connors (84-18) behind. Only Roger Federer is still enthroned above the Serbs with 105 victories in the classic lawn.

The Swiss has won the tournament at the All England Club eight times, Djokovic can win his seventh title on Sunday.

Djokovic against Kyrgios: “Emotional fireworks”

In the final, the third in the world rankings will face Nick Kyrgios. The Australian is in a major final for the first time in his career.

If Djokovic has his way, that doesn’t have to be a disadvantage. “He doesn’t have much to lose, and that’s how he always performs. He plays so freely, has one of the best serves on the tour,” said the six-time champion: “One thing is for sure: it will be emotional fireworks.”

Kyrgios, who had reached the final without a fight due to Rafael Nadal’s cancellation due to injury, is also looking forward to the duel: “It will definitely be a match that will make your mouth water.”