For Novak Djokovic, Thursday begins with a test of resilience.
After his tough four-set victory over Alexandre Müller — during which he battled a stomach bug and needed a medical timeout — Djokovic must quickly regroup to face Britain’s Dan Evans, a crafty wildcard who famously beat him on clay in Monte Carlo in 2021.
Evans enters full of confidence, having dispatched countryman Jay Clarke in straight sets. He stands as one of the few players to hold an undefeated career record against Djokovic (1–0).
His low-bouncing slice, serve-and-volley tactics, and familiarity with Centre Court conditions make him a tricky opponent — especially with enthusiastic crowd support.
Djokovic-Evans Head-to-Head
Djokovic, seeded sixth, is targeting a record eighth Wimbledon title. Even while battling illness in Round 1, he leaned on his renowned mental toughness and strategic brilliance — shrugging off fatigue after a medical timeout and sailing to victory.
Evans, 35, began his tournament with composed precision, topping Jay Clarke in straight sets. A veteran of 10 Wimbledon main draws, he thrives on variety and thrives under Centre Court’s big‑match spotlight.
What to Watch
Stomach check – Djokovic must show freshness early after his medical scare.
Evans’ variety – Expect slice, serve-and-volley, and a relentless ability to disrupt rhythm.
Break-point moments – Evans will target Djokovic’s second serve and backhand; Djokovic must stand strong under return pressure.
Prediction
Djokovic in four tense sets. Evans will have his moments, especially early on Centre Court.
But Djokovic’s all-court game, experience, and fight should prevail if he maintains physical control.
How to Watch Djokovic vs. Evans
The Novak Djokovic-Dan Evans match is set to start at 8:30 PM Eastern on Centre Court. The game will air live on ESPN as part of its whip-around coverage. A dedicated stream for the match is available to ESPN+ subscribers.
Time: 8:30 AM Eastern
Court: Centre Court
TV: ESPN
Streaming: ESPN app and website, ESPN+, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Sling TV, FuboTV
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