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Djokovic outlasts Auger-Aliassime after more than 5 hours to reach Wimbledon semifinals at age 39
By ANDREW DAMPF and KEN MAGUIRE, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
LONDON (AP) — Novak Djokovic was pushed to play more than five hours by Felix Auger-Aliassime before the seven-time Wimbledon champion prevailed 7-6 (10), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (4), 7-6 (4) on Tuesday to set up a semifinal against defending champion Jannik Sinner. It was the longest quarterfinal in Wimbl...
Key takeaway It was the longest quarterfinal in Wimbledon history, the tournament said.
Why this matters in The McAllen
For tennis enthusiasts in the Rio Grande Valley, Coco Gauff's semifinal berth at Wimbledon is a notable achievement, one that may inspire local young athletes to pursue their own tennis ambitions. The McAllen area is home to several public and private tennis facilities, and Gauff's success could lead to increased interest in tennis lessons and programs for valley youth. As the summer heat intensifies in South Texas, local tennis players may draw motivation from Gauff's ability to perform under pressure in the sweltering London heat. The Valley's own tennis community may also be reminded of the importance of perseverance and mental toughness, as embodied by Gauff's comeback victory over Jessica Pegula. With Gauff's semifinal match upcoming, tennis fans in McAllen will likely be tuning in to see if she can continue her winning streak and bring home a championship title.
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Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? LONDON (AP) — Novak Djokovic was pushed to play more than five hours by Felix Auger-Aliassime before the seven-time Wimbledon champion prevailed 7-6 (10), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (4), 7-6 (4) on Tuesday to set up a semifinal against defending champion Jannik Sinner. It was the longest quarterfinal in Wimbl...
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