Novak Djokovic

“his bid to lift a record-breaking 25th major trophy continues.”

“"I have a very good history in Wimbledon," Djokovic said at the weekend. "That gives me a higher dose of confidence coming into the tournament."”

“record 25th Grand Slam and an eighth Wimbledon title”

“Novak Djokovic does not like the extreme heat either, and he is still chasing a record-breaking 25th grand slam.”

“has not been as low as No 7 seed at Wimbledon for eight years”

“At 39 years old, Djokovic would be the oldest winner of the men’s singles at the All England Club by some four years”

“bidding to win a record-equalling eighth Wimbledon title”

“Three matches that I played, all of them went almost four hours.”

“Novak Djokovic, 39, described Williams’ return as ‘inspirational and epic’ before the start of Wimbledon.”

“record 25th Grand Slam title”

“6-4 5-7 6-4 6-4 win”

“maintain his 100% win rate in 21 first-round matches at SW19”

“fend off six break points”

“after three hours and 12 minutes on court”

“the Serbian legend is hoping to show age is just a number as he bids to win a record-equalling eighth SW19 title”

“"It felt really challenging for me today," said Djokovic, who had not played since his third-round defeat by Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca at the French Open.”