Jamie Murray, a BBC pundit, expressed concerns about Novak Djokovic repeatedly hitting his leg during a Wimbledon match against Arthur Rinderknech. Djokovic hit himself 11 times while trying to secure a victory after initially leading by two sets. Although this tactic helped motivate Djokovic to win, Murray suggested it could lead to bruises the next day.
Murray remarked on Djokovic’s actions, stating that while it may have been excessive, it served as motivation for the player. Tim Henman, another pundit, added that Djokovic knew the importance of the fourth set and showcased top-quality play against his opponent.
Following Djokovic’s win, Henman discussed concerns about Djokovic’s physical condition in the tournament. He highlighted Djokovic’s past struggles with long matches potentially impacting his performance in later stages. However, Henman noted that Djokovic’s matches in the current Wimbledon had not been overly demanding physically, indicating a positive outlook for Djokovic’s performance.
Djokovic, when asked about his mental and physical state after the match, expressed satisfaction with his performance under challenging circumstances. He acknowledged the unpredictability of each day at this stage of his career and mentioned his hope to improve his dance moves, taught by his daughter.
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