Record-breaking Djokovic sees off Safiullin to progress to quarter-finals

BBC Sport Sunday 05 July 2026, 18:35 UTC 1 min read

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Novak Djokovic defeats Roman Safiullin in four sets to reach the quarter-finals of Wimbledon 2026, overtaking Roger Federer to become the all-time wins leader in the men's singles competition at SW19.

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