BBC analyst Jamie Murray suggested that Novak Djokovic might regret repeatedly hitting his leg during a Wimbledon third-round match against Arthur Rinderknech. Djokovic struck his leg 11 times while at risk of losing a two-set lead to his French opponent.

Although the tactic motivated Djokovic to secure a hard-fought victory, Murray hinted that it could lead to bruises the next day. Murray commented that Djokovic’s actions were a bit excessive but acknowledged that it might have been necessary for motivation.

After Djokovic’s win, Tim Henman expressed concerns about the 24-time Grand Slam champion’s physical condition, emphasizing the importance of conserving energy in the early stages of the tournament. Henman noted that Djokovic’s matches so far had not been overly demanding, indicating a positive start to Wimbledon for the Serbian player.

Following his match, Djokovic reflected on his performance, stating that he had done what was necessary to win under challenging circumstances. He mentioned the unpredictability of each day at this stage of his career and expressed hope for maintaining his best form in the upcoming matches.

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