Novak Djokovic delivered an honest reaction when Daniil Medvedev lobbed him during an exhibition match.
The players are using these final few days to fine tune their games ahead of the Wimbledon Championships commencing on Monday.
One player who many did not expect to be competing at the All-England Club in 2024 is Djokovic, following knee surgery after sustaining an injury at the French Open.
But the Serbian has made a miraculous recovery and looks set to fight for the chance to win a 25th major and eighth at Wimbledon.
To boost his preparation for the Grand Slam, he played an exhibition match with the Russian at Hurlingham Club in London on Friday.
What did Novak Djokovic say to Daniil Medvedev during their exhibition match?
With the score locked at a game apiece during their Hurlingham Club match, Medvedev won a point which included two drops shots a lob.
Once the point came to an end, Djokovic said to Medvedev “you really want to test my knee today right,” which prompted laughter from both the crowd and commentator.
The 37-year-old’s performance was higher in his second match against Medvedev than what he produced in his practice match with Jannik Sinner on Wimbledon’s centre court the day before.
He moved around freely and was able to produce some impressive shots, including a delightful volley on match point.
The 24-time Grand Slam champion claimed a 6-3, 6-4 victory which helped him build some confidence both in his game and his body ahead of Wimbledon.
Who does Novak Djokovic play at Wimbledon?
Djokovic will begin his quest for another Wimbledon title when he takes on Czech player Vit Kopriva.
The 27-year-old defeated veteran Richard Gasquet in the final round of qualifying to book his spot in the main draw against one of tennis’ greatest players.
This will be the pair’s first meeting against one another and it will likely take place on the most prestigious court in the game.
Either Spain’s Alejandro Moro Canas or British wildcard Jacob Fearnley will be waiting in the second round should Djokovic progress.
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