Wimbledon 2023 LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic in five-set epic to win men’s final

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic to win the Wimbledon men’s final, denying the Serbian a fifth consecutive title, in a five-set epic and one of the greatest matches ever played at the All England Club.

Alcaraz fought from a set down in an instant classic to end Djokovic’s winning run in SW19, with the match played across almost five hours of breathtaking drama. Before the final, Djokovic had won 34 consecutive matches at Wimbledon and had not lost on Centre Court since 2013, but Alcaraz overturned history to win his second grand slam title. Djokovic had also won his previous 104 grand slam matches after winning the opening set.

In doing so, the 20-year-old Spaniard brings one of the most dominant eras of tennis history to an end. Alcaraz is the first player outside of the sport’s ‘big four’ of Djokovic, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray to win the Wimbledon men’s singles title since 2002. Djokovic has been bidding to join Federer by equalling his men’s record of eight singles titles, but was denied by an inspired Alcaraz.

“It’s a dream come true for me,” an emotional Alcaraz said after receiving the trophy from the Princess of Wales. “Making history in this beautiful tournament, playing a final against a legend of our sport – for me it’s incredible. It’s amazing, for a boy like me, 20 years old, to reach this kind of situation.”

Follow live updates and results from day 14 of Wimbledon, below.

Wimbledon 2023 Latest updates - Men’s singles final

• Carlos Alcaraz captures the impossible and now Wimbledon will never be the same again

• Djokovic misses out on eighth Wimbledon title as Alcaraz triumphs for first time at SW19

• Alfie Hewett loses wheelchair singles final after triumphing in doubles alongside Gordon Reid

• Henry Searle becomes the first British winner in boys’ singles for 61 years

• Marketa Vondrousova beats Ons Jabeur in the Wimbledon 2023 women’s singles final

• GB’s Neal Skupski claimed his Wimbledon men’s doubles title with Dutch partner Wesley Koolhof

Carlos Alcaraz captures the impossible and now Wimbledon will never be the same again

19:20 , Jamie Braidwood

Wimbledon has a new champion, and a new hero. To break new ground and end Novak Djokovic’s dominance at the All England Club, Carlos Alcaraz had to go to a place no one else had dared to reach, dragging the most successful men’s player of all time into a battle that saw this final live up to its hype and will be remembered as one of the greatest ever staged here.

In overturning history, Alcaraz played with a spirit of infectious belief and carried Centre Court with him. The 20-year-old Spaniard met Djokovic head on, denying the Serbian a fifth Wimbledon consecutive title, refusing to go down against the game’s most formidable force and a legend of the sport who had won 104 matches in a row from a set up at the grand slams.

Report from Centre Court

Carlos Alcaraz captures the impossible and now Wimbledon will never be the same again

21:15 , Jamie Braidwood

Carlos Alcaraz is here, and is very much still in shock after winning the Wimbledon final:

“It’s a dream come true for me, being a Wimbledon champion, something that I really wanted. Honestly, I didn’t expect to get it really soon. Yeah, it’s time to enjoy and share everything, all my feelings.

“Beating Novak at his best, in this stage, making history, being the guy to beat him after 10 years unbeaten on that court, is amazing for me.

It’s something that I will never forget, that’s for sure. As I said, it’s great for the new generation, as well, I think to see me beating him and making them think that they are capable to do it, as well.

It’s great for me and I think for the young players, as well.”

Novak Djokovic ‘surprised’ by Carlos Alcaraz’s level at Wimbledon

20:50 , Jamie Braidwood

A very gracious Novak Djokovic continues to praise Carlos Alcaraz, the new Wimbledon champion:

“I must say he surprised me. He surprised everyone how quickly he adapted to grass this year. He hasn’t had too many wins on grass in the last two years that he played. Obviously him coming from clay, having the kind of style that he has.

“I think Queen’s helped him a lot. He was close to lose that first match, opening match, in Queen’s. Then he started to gain momentum, more and more wins against really good players.

“I must say the slices, the kind of chipping returns, the net play, it’s very impressive. I didn’t expect him to play so well this year on grass, but he’s proven that he’s the best player in the world, no doubt.

“He’s playing some fantastic tennis on different surfaces and he deserves to be where he is.”

Novak Djokovic on Carlos Alcaraz: ‘I haven’t played someone like him, not ever Roger or Rafa’

20:41 , Jamie Braidwood

Novak Djokovic on Carlos Alcaraz’s greatest strengths: “I think people have been talking in the past 12 months or so about his game consisting of certain elements from Roger, Rafa, and myself. I would agree with that. I think he’s got basically best of all three worlds.

“He’s got this mental resilience and really maturity for someone who is 20 years old. It’s quite impressive. He’s got this Spanish bull mentality of competitiveness and fighting spirit and incredible defense that we’ve seen with Rafa over the years.

“And I think he’s got some nice sliding backhands that he’s got some similarities with my backhands. Yeah, two-handed backhands, defense, being able to adapt. I think that has been my personal strength for many years. He has it, too.

“I haven’t played a player like him ever, to be honest. Roger and Rafa have their own obviously strengths and weaknesses. Carlos is very complete player. Amazing adapting capabilities that I think are a key for longevity and for successful career on all surfaces.”

Wimbledon 2023: Novak Djokovic hopes to face Carlos Alcaraz at US Open

20:38 , Jamie Braidwood

Novak Djokovic, in his press conference after defeat to Carlos Alcaraz: “I’ve won some epic finals that I was very close to losing. Maybe this is kind of a fair-and-square deal I guess to lose a match like this for me here. Even though it hurts, it’s never easy to lose a close match.

“Credit to Carlos. Amazing poise in the important moments. For someone of his age to handle the nerves like this, be playing attacking tennis, and to close out the match the way he did... I thought I returned very well that last game, but he was just coming up with some amazing, amazing shots.

“Yeah, congratulations to him and to his team. What a tournament for him. What a match today to be part of. I hope, yeah, everyone enjoyed it.”

Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears as Carlos Alcaraz denies Wimbledon dream

19:57 , Mike Jones

Novak Djokovic broke down in tears addressing his son in the stands after losing the men’s Wimbledon final to Carlos Alcaraz.

The 36-year-old had not lost at Wimbledon since 2017 and had not lost on Centre Court in over 10 years before a Spanish player 16 years his junior claimed the title.

It was a thrilling contest, Alcaraz refused to back down, despite a disappointing first set, but it only seemed to spur him on and the 20-year-old rebounded with force.

Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears as Carlos Alcaraz denies Wimbledon dream

Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become the new Wimbledon champion

19:39 , Mike Jones

More from Carlos Alcaraz who was asked what it’s like to play in front of the king of Spain. He replied: “It’s really special. It’s special to play in front of royalty.

“King Felipe, I am really proud that you are here supporting me. When I played in front of you twice, twice I won, I hope you are coming more! It is really special and I have to thank you for coming and supporting.

“I fall in love with grass right now. It’s amazing. I didn’t expect to play in this level in a really short period. I have played just four tournaments on grass, I won Queen’s. It’s a dream come true. I am happy with the work we were doing, coming into the grass season. I learn really fast and I am really proud.

“It’s great to be a member here [which is a reward for winning Wimbledon]. It’s such an iconic club. It’s very special for me. I have to bring the card. I know Roger Federer had trouble getting in without the card!

“It’s really special to be a member of this amazing club, really iconic. I will come for sure.”

Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become the new Wimbledon champion

19:30 , Mike Jones

What did Carlos Alcaraz have to say after becoming the newest Wimbledon champion? Here’s his reaction to a famous victory over Novak Djokovic:

“It’s a dream come true for me. I said before, it is so good to win but even if I would have lost I would be really proud of myself. Making history in this beautiful tournament, playing a final against a legend of the sport. It’s a dream come true.

“It was unbelievable to play in these stages. It’s amazing for a boy – 20 years-old - I didn’t expect to reach this situation really fast. I am really proud of myself, I am really proud for the team and the work we put in every day to be able to lift this.

“After the first set I thought ‘Carlos, increase the level. Everyone would be disappointed’.

“I have to congratulate Novak, it was amazing to play against him. You inspire me a lot. I started playing tennis watching you. Since I was born you were already winning tournaments. You said 36 is the new 26 and you make that happen. It’s amazing.”

Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become the new Wimbledon champion

19:23 , Mike Jones

Novak Djokovic was asked whether he can reflect positively after reaching a third Grand Slam final in 2023 to which he replied:

“I will be tomorrow morning probably but today not so much. Tough one to swallow when you are so close. There are the moment that we work for every day to play on the biggest stages and biggest courts and most important tournaments in the world.

“I’ve been blessed with so many incredible matches throughout my career. I’m really grateful. I lost to a better player and I have to move on stronger.

“It’s nice to see my son still there, still smiling. I love you, thank you for supporting me and we can all have a big hug, and love each other.

“Thank you.”

Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become the new Wimbledon champion

19:17 , Mike Jones

Reaction from Novak Djokovic who spoke following his defeat saying: “Good afternoon to everyone - not so good for me but good for Carlos.

“I have to start with praises to Carlos and his team. What a quality at the end of the match when you had to serve it out. You can up with some big plays in the big situation and you absolutely deserve it . Amazing.

“I thought I would have trouble with you only on clay and hard court, but not on grass but now it’s a different story from this year obviously. Congrats, amazing way to adapt to the surface tou played maybe one or twice.

“Amazing, what you did in Queens and congratulations to everybody in your team.

“As for me, you never like to lose matches like these but I guess when all the emotions are settled I’ll have to be very grateful. I won many tight and close matches in the past here, to name a few. 2019 against Roger. Maybe I should have lost a few finals that I won so maybe this is even stevens.”

Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become the new Wimbledon champion

19:15 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become the new Wimbledon champion

19:10 , Mike Jones

Here’s the moment that Carlos Alcaraz became a Wimbledon champion:

Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become the new Wimbledon champion

19:07 , Mike Jones

At 20 years and 72 days old Carlos Alcaraz is the youngest men’s Wimbledon champion since Boris Becker (17 years, 227 days in 1985 and 18 years, 226 days in 1986) and Bjorn Borg (20 years, 27 days in 1976).

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become the new Wimbledon champion

19:04 , Mike Jones

“You deserve it, you were amazing,” says Novak Djokovic to Carlos Alcaraz in his post match interview, “Congratulations.”

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become the new Wimbledon champion

19:01 , Mike Jones

What a match and what a victory for Carlos Alcaraz. He was demolished in the opening set but rallied and took the next two. Novak Djokovic fought back to win the fourth set but an early break for Alcaraz in the fifth saw him sweep through to the title.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become the new Wimbledon champion

18:59 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz wins 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 6-4 against Novak Djokovic.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic to become the new Wimbledon champion

18:58 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz jumps into the stands to celebrate with his family and his team. He’s done something no-one else has for a decade. He’s beaten Novak Djokovic on Centre Court at Wimbledon.

There’s a new men’s singles champion for the first time since 2018. Djokovic’s quest for an eighth title will have to wait.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:53 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 6-4 Novak Djokovic

The hubbub dies down around Centre Court as Carlos Alcaraz goes down the T. Novak Djokovic gets the ball back but the Spaniard finds the net with an attempted drop shot. 0-15.

A forehand drop shot in the next rally brings Djokovic up to the net but Alcaraz lobs the defending champion and gets on the board 15-15.

Djokovic slips after returning the serve but gets up and sprints into a backhand return. Alcaraz covers the angle and volleys back the winner. 30-15.

Djokovic unloads a forehand to the back corner and beats Alcaraz for pace. 30-30.

A fizzing serve down the T line sets up a match point as Djokovic goes long. 40-30.

Djokovic hits the net, Alcaraz wins the match, he’s the new Wimbledon champion!

Game, set, match and championship to Carlos Alcaraz!

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:49 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 5-4 Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic swiftly holds his serve to 15 once again but that is of no consequence just yet. Since he broke the defending champion in this set Carlos Alcaraz knew three holds of serve would take him to the title.

He’s held twice and now has the chance to serve of the match.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:46 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 5-3 Novak Djokovic*

A point that really should got to Carlos Alcaraz instead slips away after he clips the tape and the ball lands wide. Novak Djokovic can’t get the next second serve in play and pumps a backhand over the back to leave this game at 15-15.

Another loose one from the champion puts Alcaraz in front as a backhand is nailed long. The Spaniard then flicks a forehand drop shot over the net to go 40-15 up.

He hodls with an ace! The 20-year-old is one game away from taking this match.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:42 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 4-3 Novak Djokovic

Ace from Djokovic. He goes ahead but Alcaraz gets a forehand to dip onto the baseline and he draws level. A break of serve here would be massive for the Spaniard.

Djokovic edges ahead but Alcaraz unleashes on a ball that sits up and whips a forehand across court to draw back level at 30-30.

Under pressure, Djokovic sends the ball to Alcaraz’s right before smoking a backhand to the opposite side of court and leaving Alcaraz in a heap.

Djokovic holds!

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:38 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 4-2 Novak Djokovic*

Djokovic looks to approach the net and plays a great shot to the baseline which does for Alcaraz who miscues the ball straight up into the air and doesn’t get it back.

The Spaniard then attacks with his second serve and forces Djokovic into the net to get level again at 15-15. A wayward backhand floats over the back though and Alcaraz is back under pressure.

Djokovic then lifts a return of serve out of play before missing a relatively easy forehand to leave Alcaraz ahead at 40-30. The Spaniard serves wide, records an ace and takes the game.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:33 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 3-2 Novak Djokovic

Whatever Carlos Alcaraz can do, so can Novak Djokovic. The defending champions holds to, not quite to love but to 15 in a rapid game, and gets moving again in this fifth set.

All the pressure will come from Alcaraz’s serve as Djokovic looks to break back. The Spaniard needs to hold three games and he’s the Wimbledon champion.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:30 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 3-1 Novak Djokovic*

Novak Djokovic is furious. He launches the racket into the net post and gets a conduct warning from the umpire. Carlos Alcaraz remains focused.

His serve is superb and he quickly moves 30-0 ahead as Djokovic massages his wrist. He may have injured it in his temper tantrum.

If ever there was a time to hold serve to love, this is it. Alcaraz does so, the break is complete and the 20-year-old has control of the match as the crowd chants out his name.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:28 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 2-1 Novak Djokovic

There’s no signs of fatigue as Djokovic is worked side-to-side by Alcaraz. The 20-year-old meets his return with a backhand down the middle to sneak ahead but he doesn’t stay there long as Djokovic draws level in the next rally.

The Spaniard peppers Djokovic’s backhand before coming up to the net and volleying home another winner. 15-30.

Not to be outdone, Djokovic serves wide and sends Alcaraz off balance. He gets the return in play but Djokovic powers a forehand to the other side of court to win the point and draw level.

An unforced error from Djokovic gives Alcaraz another break point.

This time he takes it! Djokovic flounders and falters, he falls down, gets up and stays in the rally. He pushes Alcaraz to the corner but gets beaten by a passing backhand and Alcaraz breaks in the fifth set!

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:22 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 1-1 Novak Djokovic*

All the pressure is on Carlos Alcaraz. Novak Djokovic has been in this situation many times before. He’s experienced and knows what he needs to do to get over the line.

Despite having the crowd on his side Alcaraz is up against living history. Djokovic is, arguably, the best there’s ever been and his mere presence takes things to another level.

The due trade blows and take this game to 30-30.

Wow, a looping, floaty backhand from Alcaraz sees him save break point as Djokovic volleys into the net. The Serb can’t believe he’s missed out on that one but he has.

From deuce, Alcaraz tidies up the game and manages to hold. This is some final.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:16 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 0-1 Novak Djokovic

Djokovic gets up to advantage but Alcaraz whips a spinning forehand over the net, past the approaching Djokovic and lands it in play to get the game back to deuce.

The defending champion maintains his composure though. He lands a great serve the hold serve as Alcaraz goes wide.

Holds of serve are going to be crucial in this set. Whoever breaks serve first will become the Wimbledon champion.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:12 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 0-0 Novak Djokovic*

Okay then, the Wimbledon men’s singles title comes down to a final set shootout. Novak Djokovic has the momentum and the opening serve.

He hasn’t been beaten here in a decade and wants to secure a fifth Wimbledon title in a row. To prove that he takes the first two points of this game, carefully watching the trajectory of Alcaraz’s returns and letting the ball land out of play.

Alcaraz proves that he’s still a threat. He draws level then belts a backhand past the Serb to set up an early break point. Djokovic is too good though and pings a serve down the T to take the game to deuce.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:06 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 0-0 Novak Djokovic*

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:05 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-6 Novak Djokovic

A drop volley from Alcaraz perfectly sets up Djokovic to send a backhand winner down the line and gifts the Serb to first point in this game.

He’s awarded the second point too after a mistake from Alcaraz is checked and shown to be out. The Spaniard then finds the net to leave Djokovic with three set points.

He needs two and is given the fourth set thanks to a Carlos Alcaraz double fault.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

18:02 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-5 Novak Djokovic

As if to announce that he’s feeling good and is back to playing his best tennis, Novak Djokovic holds to love and moves within one game of forcing a decisive fifth set.

Will Carlos Alcaraz force him to serve out or can Djokovic break again?

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:59 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 3-4 Novak Djokovic*

Alcaraz tries to limit the damage in this set by retreating behind the baseline to defend against an overhead smash. He slips awkwardly and loses the point but he’s fine to continue.

A beltin’ first serve takes the Spaniard ahead and he benefits from a Djokovic mistake to get up to 40-15. Alcaraz the goes wide from the next serve and holds.

He’s still in this set and needs just one break to get back on serve.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:55 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 2-4 Novak Djokovic

To really hammer home his advantage in the set, and possibly the match now, Novak Djokovic needs to hold serve here. Carlos Alcaraz goes long in the first rally before smoking an angled forehand past Djokovic to get level at 15-15.

A wide serve sees the Spaniard float the ball back in play before Djokovic nails a forehand winner past him. The Serb then forces a backhand across court and forces Alcaraz to flick a half-volley out of play.

Djokovic, with two points in hand, gets to a drop shot and sets Alcaraz up with an overhead smash which he takes. The defending champion then holds serve and completes his break in the fourth set.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:50 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 2-3 Novak Djokovic*

Alcaraz saves a second break point of the game with a drop shot but then drills a forehand into the net from the next deuce. He’s just started to lose that the rhythm he had in the third set.

Break! Djokovic gets a third attempt to break Alcaraz and this time he takes it. The Spaniard comes forward and fails to chip a drop shot over the top.

Djokovic has the advantage in the fourth set now.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:47 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 2-2 Novak Djokovic

Just when he needed it most, Carlos Alcaraz starts to falter on his first serve. Novak Djokvic unloads on the opportunities he gets at the second serve and sweeps up to a break point at 30-40.

The Serb is seemingly in control of the rally but pushes a backhand down the line over the back and the game is level at deuce.

Novak Djokovic told to ‘get on with it’ as Wimbledon fans left frustrated

17:43 , Mike Jones

Novak Djokovic has been criticised by the Wimbledon crowd on centre court for the time he has taken to serve during the men’s final against Carlos Alcaraz.

The commentators on the BBC pointed it out repeatedly, with the Serbian running down the clock, then throwing the ball up and not serving on several occasions, adding to the already lengthy time between points.

Members of the Centre Court crowd shouted ‘get on with it’, while statistics show that Djokovic has been taking 33 seconds to serve, compared to Alcaraz’s 27 seconds.

Novak Djokovic told to ‘get on with it’ as Wimbledon fans left frustrated

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:43 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 2-2 Novak Djokovic

That’s impressive. From deuce, Novak Djokovic takes no time in getting through to a hold of serve.

The fourth set has been going on for 33 minutes already with just four games played.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:42 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 2-1 Novak Djokovic*

Just to keep the nerves of everyone watching in check this match could do with two or three easy holds of serve. That would let things settle down.

Based on what’s come before though, that’s unlikely to happen. Each game is a slugfest of drama with the players trading body blows at each other.

Djokovic gets an overhead into court but Alcaraz is there to whip a cross court forehand winner past him. He then forces Djokovic to go long and the game is level at 30-30.

Another tit-for-tat brings this Djokovic service game to deuce as well.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:34 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 2-1 Novak Djokovic*

Alcaraz pins Djokovic in the corner with a powerful forehand before taking the point with an overhead smash. Djokovic finds the net in the next rally and the game goes to the Spaniard.

The fourth set is still on serve.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:31 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 1-1 Novak Djokovic

Alcaraz is living up to his No. 1 seed billing and then some. When Djokovic gets a point, he resets and goes again. The Spaniard is racing back and forth across the court to make the rallies as long as possible. He’s giving Djokovic a taste of his own medicine.

The defending champion is the defending champion for a reason though. At 40-15 down he fights back to deuce and tries to assert some dominance on his opponent.

Alcaraz gets a drop volley over the net to take the point before a double fault brings the game back to deuce.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:27 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 1-1 Novak Djokovic

Djokovic holds! He needed that one to stop the momentum that Alcaraz had built up in the third set. The defending champion looks to be feeling it more than is younger opponent but he’s sticking in the match.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:25 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 1-0 Novak Djokovic*

Oh my! Djokovic works Alcaraz out wide on both sides of the court. The youngster defends wonderfully and is rewarded as Djokovic nails one into the net.

Alcaraz lands a great return on the baseline in the next rally which Djokovic challenges. The ball is shown to be in and the Spaniard moves further ahead.

Djokovic is in another hole but has the skill set to get out of it. He takes the next point but then slips as Alcaraz smokes back a forehand. 15-40.

Two break points for Alcaraz.

The first is saved. A backhand down the line forces Alcaraz to stretch, he gets to the ball but catches it all wrong and spoons it into his own side of court.

The Spaniard then forces one wide and Djokovic is level at deuce.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:20 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 1-0 Novak Djokovic*

Djokovic takes his time getting back onto the court but he’s within the allotted amount of seven minutes. Carlos Alcaraz has the serve for this first game in the fourth set but Djokovic is the one to get on the board first.

A double fault from the Spaniard puts Djokovic 0-30 up and there’s some pressure on the 20-year-old now. He responds to it well with a fizzing serve down the T line that brings him his first point.

Alcaraz holds his nerve to win back-to-back points and sneaks in front. He then fires a wonder serve down the middle and holds serve.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:13 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 0-0 Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic has left the court for a bathroom break in between sets. He knows now that he needs to win the remaining two sets to regain his Wimbledon crown.

Alcaraz needs one to become the new champion. The fourth set will be a crucial one.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:11 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 Novak Djokovic

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:09 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 6-1 Novak Djokovic

Alcaraz is right in the groove now. He drills a return of serve to the back right corner and goes ahead before rattling a forehand across court to reach 0-30.

Djokovic misses out on a serve and volley to gift Alcaraz with three break points. He misses out on the first one but then takes the set with a passing backhand winner!

What a match. Alcaraz leads by two sets to one.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:07 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 5-1 Novak Djokovic*

It’s been quite a while since Carlos Alcaraz had to do some serving. He starts with one that Djokovic pings over the back. The next serve draws the Serb into a rally but Djokovic pushes this one long too.

A backhand into the net from the defending champion takes Alcaraz to 40-0 and he closes out the game with a hold to 15. Alcaraz is one game away from taking the third set.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

17:03 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 4-1 Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic has saved six break points in this game alone. His mental and physical fortitude is seriously impressive. The Serb just cannot get this game won.

Alcaraz sets up a seventh break point as chants of ‘Carlos, Carlos, Carlos’ echo around Centre Court. A game that lasts for 32 points finally ends and Alcaraz has his double break!

What a mammoth result for the Spaniard.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:56 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 3-1 Novak Djokovic*

This long, long, long game goes on. It’s almost lasted for a full 15 minutes as Alcaraz fights back to deuce. The Spaniard then earns a third break point of the game as Djokovic hooks a forehand wide of the sideline.

Alcaraz misses out once again though and punts a backhand wide of play. Deuce.

A ninth attempt at deuce sees Djokovic fail to get a cross court forehand from Alcaraz over the net. The Spaniard moves to advantage for his fourth break point attempt. He doesn’t get it.

The game goes on.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:50 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 3-1 Novak Djokovic*

Djokovic really is good. A second serve does Alcaraz for pace but the Spaniard gets the ball over the net. It hardly bounces as Djokovic is forced up the court. He flicks over the return the volleys a backhand down the line to take the point!

The Serb moves up to 40-30 but slices a cross court backhand out of play and leaves Alcaraz with hopes of another break.

Djokovic digs in and belts a backhand down the line to move to advantage which gets the Royal family on their feet applauding. The Serb can’t convert that play into a hold of serve though after knocking a drop shot onto the tape and bringing the game back to 40-40.

Alcaraz takes advantage after another unforced error from Djokovic but he too pushes one wide over the back and can’t close out the match.

A frustrated Djokovic takes time out of the game by arguing with the referee over time keeping before he serves. The crowd starts to boo. Djokovic double faults.

Alcaraz then miscues, back to deuce.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:35 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 3-1 Novak Djokovic*

The equation is simple for Carlos Alcaraz. If he holds serve for the rest of the set, he wins it. A high floating forehand forces an error out of Novak Djokovic but Alcaraz is too eager to press his advantage goes long in the next rally.

Djokovic tries to make up for the break of serve and focuses to take the next two points. He’s got two chances to break Alcaraz now but the first sees him drill a high bouncing ball into the net with a forehand effort.

Alcaraz then aces and gets the game to deuce. He needs to hold here.

A bit of footwork trickery sees Alcaraz force Djokovic to the left before the Spaniard drops the ball over the net on the right side of court. He moves to advantage then holds serve when the Serb goes long.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:28 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 2-1 Novak Djokovic

The roars from the crowd are wonderfully loud everytime Carlos Alcaraz wins a point. He’s doing a fine job of getting them on his side and Novak Djokovic is starting to show some signs of feeling the pressure. He’s a master at five set thrillers so won’t be too troubled at the minute but is in danger of going two breaks down in the third set.

Alcaraz leads 15-30 but Djokovic comes up to the net. He needs a couple of volleys to ensue he takes the point then gets himself ahead with a wide serve to the Spaniard’s forehand.

Hold for Djokovic! It’s much needed too as the 36-year-old can’t afford to go further behind in this set.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:23 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 2-0 Novak Djokovic*

There’s a growing confidence to Carlos Alcaraz who is taking on a few more aggressive shots in the middle of rallies. He hits the tape with a backhand to lose the first point of his next service game but responds well with a good couple of serves. Djokovic fails to get either back and Alcaraz goes ahead.

Alcaraz holds! Djokovic doesn’t look happy at all after hitting the net again. The Spaniard is up by a break in the third set.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:19 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 1-0 Novak Djokovic

The match has been going on for a tick over two hours and it’s all square at one set apiece.

Novak Djokovic has the serve for the opening game in the third set and continues to target Carlos Alcaraz’s forehand. The Spaniard seems to have worked out that side of the gameplan though and is starting to land more of those shots.

The game comes to up to deuce but a wonderful backhand winner for Alcaraz gives him a break point as he pings the ball past Djokovic who’s at the net.

Break! Djokovic drills a backhand into the net and the game goes to the Spaniard. Those no surprises that Djokovic then has a few angry words with the umpire.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:12 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 Novak Djokovic

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:10 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 7-6 (8-6) Novak Djokovic

Alcaraz now has the advantage in the tiebreak and could earn a set point of his own. He needs to win the point from this serve and he does! Djokovic hits the tape again.

What a return! Djokovic goes wide to the backhand but Alcaraz gets the ball back, it lands in play and gives him the second set!

Game on.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:08 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 6-6 (6-6) Novak Djokovic

Djokovic is warned for a time violation after he takes too long to serve. He then misses a wide serve to the backhand and has to land a second serve. He does but Alcaraz goes after him and forces Djokovic behind the baseline. The Spaniard comes up to the net but misses the resultant volley and Djokovic draws level.

A lengthy rally for the next point ends with a Djokovic passing winner and he’s set up a set point against the serve of Carlos Alcaraz.

He gets the ball in play but then pings it into the tape. All square.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:05 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 6-6 (5-4) Novak Djokovic*

Djokovic goes back ahead after a couple of strong forehands to the corner. The ball comes back as the Serb steps up to the net, he plays a drop volley and takes the point.

Alcaraz gets back on level terms with a passing winner after Djokovic returns the serve, he then goes down the T and gets sucked into a rally. Djokovic has to defend and loops the ball back before Alcaraz drops a forehand over the net to claim the point.

He now leads for the first time in the tiebreak.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:01 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 6-6 (3-3) Novak Djokovic*

Alcaraz needs a response and gets it with a heavy serve that Djokovic hits over the back. An ace out wide gets the Spaniard within one and he’s back in the contest.

From Djokovic’s serve, the Serb fails to get a backhand drop shot over the net and Alcaraz draws level.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

16:00 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 6-6 (0-3) Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic has won 13 tiebreaks in a row and all six of the ones he’s played at Wimbledon. Carlos Alcaraz is too long in the first rally and gives Djokovic a mini break.

The Serb then adds a couple more points thanks to his own serves and moves three ahead.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:58 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 6-6 Novak Djokovic*

This must win game for Djokovic sees him take the first point with a volley from the net after bringing Alcaraz up the court with a drop shot.

A double fault then gifts a point back to the Spaniard. The duo each collect a point apiece to take the game to 30-30 before Alcaraz drills a backhand return of serve over the back of the court.

Djokovic holds serve and the second set goes to a tiebreak!

Henry Searle ends 61-year wait for British success in Wimbledon boys’ singles

15:53 , Mike Jones

Henry Searle became the first British boys’ singles champion at Wimbledon since 1962.

The 17-year-old from Wolverhampton beat fifth seed Yaroslav Demin 6-4 6-4 on Court One to emulate Stanley Matthews, son of the famous footballer, who triumphed 61 years ago.

He is Britain’s first junior champion since Laura Robson won the girls’ event in 2008 and ensured more home success at this year’s tournament after Neal Skupski won the men’s doubles on Saturday.

Henry Searle ends 61-year wait for British success in Wimbledon boys’ singles

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:52 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 6-5 Novak Djokovic*

The pressure is on Alcaraz but he’s living up to it. A backhand down the line from Djokovic sends the Spaniard over to the right side of court where he nails a forehand across court. Djokovic gets across but pings his return into the net.

Alcaraz moves 30-15 up then fizzes down an ace to open up a cushion. He hits the T line with the next serve and wins the game meaning he’s got one more chance to take the set before a tiebreak ensues.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:49 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 5-5 Novak Djokovic

Djokovic needs to hold serve here or else the second set is gone. He’s gifted a couple of points from Alcaraz mistakes but has found the net to bring the Spaniard back into the game. 30-30.

Alcaraz is insanely animated as the two players trade blows once again, each collecting a point to take the game to deuce.

The Spaniard then tries to get a drop shot slice over the net but doesn’t get enough of the ball and finds the tape. Djokovic, with the chance to serve out the game, misses his first serve and yields the momentum to Alcaraz.

The Spaniard comes up to the net, plays the drop shot and forces Djokovic up to the net. He gets there and flicks a backhand cross court to win the game!

Incredible.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:40 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 5-4 Novak Djokovic*

There’s frustration from both players who have done the fair share of shouting up to their own boxes. A pressure game for Alcaraz sees him give away the first point before unloading on a cross court forehand after Djokovic’s shot clips the tape. Alcaraz’s winner sails wide of Djokovic to put him back on level terms.

The Spaniard moves ahead with an ace out wide - his second for the match. Alcaraz smokes a forehand to the right side of Djokovic’s court and sends the Serb sprinting across. He slips again and takes a tumble meaning the point goes to the 20-year-old.

Alcaraz’s holds and moves within one game of claiming the second set.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:36 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 4-4 Novak Djokovic

Djokovic is now the one that must defend his serve. He takes the first point of the next game but a decent rally ends with him drilling a backhand into the tape and bringing Alcaraz level.

The Serb wins the next point thanks to an incredible forehand whip. He nails it from the middle of court, forces Alcaraz to sprint wide and ensures the Spaniard’s return doesn’t get over the net.

Another error from Alcaraz gives Djokovic a bit of daylight in the game and he takes control with a comfortable hold.

Wimbledon 2023: How many sets to win the final?

15:31 , Jamie Braidwood

It feels like this final has really arrived now, Alcaraz playing much more confidently after what was clearly an incredibly nervous start.

There is a long way back, though. Djokovic was won his last 104 matches in best-of-five win winning the first set, with Alcaraz requiring to win three out of the net four to win the title.

This second set will be crucial, however, and it’s so finely poised.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:31 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 4-3 Novak Djokovic*

Djokovic wants to win every point. He always believes himself to be in the game and sprints across the court, flings himself at the ball and with a full-stretch dive manages to lift the ball over the net but it doesn’t land in play and Alcaraz takes the point.

The Spaniard then holds to love in his most commanding game of the match so far. Alcaraz has a slender lead in this set but Djokovic won’t go away.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:27 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 3-3 Novak Djokovic

Alcaraz works Djokovic side-to-side but can’t wear him down. He resorts to playing a drop shot which the Serb gets back but Alcaraz is well positioned for the volley into the open court. He takes the point.

The Spaniard earns another winner in the next rally with a backhand down the line. The ball clips the paint and takes the Spaniard two points up against the serve.

In response Djokovic takes the next three points with some accurate serving whilst also varying his pace. A serve into the backhand is then punted long by Alcaraz and Djokovic takes the game.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:21 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 3-2 Novak Djokovic*

Alcaraz yells out in celebration as he secures another hold of serve. The Spaniard takes the lead in the second set once more and is very focused on getting himself back into this match.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:18 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 2-2 Novak Djokovic

Throughout hour or so these two have been playing, Djokovic has been pinging shots into Alcaraz’s forehand and forcing the Spaniard out wide who he’s in less control to hit his winners.

The 20-year-old has found his mojo in this set though, especially from his own serve. He’s quickly up to 40-15 but a miscue into the net keeps Djokovic interested. The Serb sends Alcaraz sprinting both ways before winning with an overhead smash to get level at deuce.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:14 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 2-2 Novak Djokovic

Djokovic hold serve! He takes the game with a wide serve out the backhand and gets himself level in the second set. All square.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:13 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 2-1 Novak Djokovic*

Oh dear, Novak Djokovic looks to open up the court with a forehand but decides at the last minute to play a drop shot and flicks the ball into the net to give away a point.

Carlos Alcaraz makes a better go at things in the next rally and shows Djokovic how to do it with a drop shot of his own that takes him 0-30 ahead.

Close! Alcaraz comes up to the net again and meets the ball with a backhand volley. He tries to take all the pace out of it for a drop shot but knocks it into the net instead.

Djokovic fails to land yet another first serve which allows Alcaraz to unleash on a forehand return to set up a break point.

What a rally! There’s 29 shots with both men mullering the ball at each other before Alcaraz decides to go down the line with a backhand and sends it long. Djokovic saves break point and raises his arms to get the crowd going again.

Deuce.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:06 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 2-1 Novak Djokovic*

There’s not a thought of safety in mind for Carlos Alcaraz despite Novak Djokovic having a break point. The Spaniard goes for an enterprising forehand across court but nails it too wide.

Djokovic gets the break back immediately.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

15:04 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 2-0 Novak Djokovic

This is a huge game for Carlos Alcaraz now. He needs to hold to make sure he completes that well earned break of serve. The King of Spain is watching on which adds no extra pressure at all.

Alcaraz gives up the first point but gets back int the game with a volley at the net. A lengthy rally is then won by the 20-year-old who sticks in the game, forces Djokovic to stretch then punts a forehand passing winner past the Serb.

Djokovic then gets lucky in the next rally as a forehand comes fizzing across court. Alcaraz has it covered with a volley at the net but the ball clips the tape and deflects over the racket to bring the Serb level at 30-30.

A mistake each from Alcaraz and Djokovic brings the game to deuce and the pressure mounts.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:59 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 2-0 Novak Djokovic

Alcaraz brings Djokovic to the net but the Serb should win the point, he flicks the ball over from close range but lands it wide to give the Spaniard a chance to break. He doesn’t take it.

Djokovic saves break point but at the second deuce slices a backhand into the net to give Alcaraz the advantage again. A wild forehand from the Serb then goes wide and the Spaniard breaks!

This match is very much alive now.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:56 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 1-0 Novak Djokovic*

Djokovic opens up with a rare double fault before smoking a backhand return over the back of the court. Alcaraz lead 0-30 and has a slim chance to press home this advantage.

Djokovic comes up to the net and volleys a dainty effort onto the top of the net and drops the ball into Alcaraz’s side of the court to win the point.

There’s such an impressive confidence about Djokovic who notches up three points in a row, goes ahead in the game before missing a first serve down the T allowing Alcaraz to force the issue with some heavy backhand hits and an overhead smash.

Deuce.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:50 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 1-0 Novak Djokovic*

Carlos Alcaraz has the first service game of the second set. He pings down a powerful serve then steps up to the net and forces Novak Djokovic long with a solid strike to the baseline.

Djokovic then wins a battle at the net in the next rally to move level again before a fine pick up from Alcaraz lands the ball right on the toes od Djokovic whose half-volley return finds the net. 30-15.

Alcaraz rattles through the next two points to take the game. This is already a better start to the second set than Alcaraz had in the previous set.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:46 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 1-6 Novak Djokovic

The manner is which Novak Djokovic closes out the opening set is almost effortless. A hold to love brings the Serb the first set in just 34 minutes.

It’s a bruising introduction to this final for Carlos Alcaraz.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:43 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 1-5 Novak Djokovic*

Djokovic is so quick across the court, Alcaraz drills the ball across court before coming down the line. He thinks the point is won but the Serb sweeps across and lobs it back. Alcaraz then wins with a smash before finally getting a game on the board with a passing winner.

That will make he feel a whole lote better already.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:38 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 0-5 Novak Djokovic

Alcaraz is trying a few things and seems to be trying to settle into the rhythm of Centre Court. The set is pretty much over with Novak Djokovic holding serve to 15.

The Spaniard needs to put it behind him and focus on the challenges ahead.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:36 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 0-4 Novak Djokovic*

This match is so intense. Both men are playing wonderful tennis but the clutch rallies all seem to be going Novak Djokovic’s way. He pings a forehand across court then comes down the line to force Carlos Alcaraz into the net.

Alcaraz hits the tape again and loses another break. Djokovic is running away with this first set.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:34 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 0-3 Novak Djokovic

Oh my. At 15 apiece, Carlos Alcaraz is brought up the court with a lovely drop shot from Novak Djokovic. The Serb flicks a backhand over the net and takes the point when Alcaraz pings his forehand into the net.

Djokovic takes the next point too and sets up two more break points in this first set.

Alcaraz fizzes down his serve and attacks the Djokovic backhand. It pays off when the Serb drills one over the back. A wide serve to Djokovic’s backhand then brings Alcaraz another point and the Spaniard saves both break points.

Deuce.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:29 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 0-3 Novak Djokovic

With the Centre Court roof open, there’s gusts of wind that come blowing across the court at indeterminate intervals. It adds another dimension of difficulty to the match for both players.

Djokovic takes the first point of his next service game then decides to test Alcaraz with some backhand slices. When he switches to the forehand he drills one into the tape and gives the point to his opponent. 15-15.

The Serb then hooks a forehand over the back and Alcaraz takes the lead. Djokovic is taking his time between serves, perhaps trying to upset Alcaraz’s rhythm? The next rally is the best of the match so far, Alcaraz presses an advantage through his forehand but Djokovic weathers the storm. He gets back a slice and forces Alcaraz to lob the ball over the back.

Another wonderful rally sees the momentum fluctuate between the players. Djokovic lobs Alcaraz who sprints to the back of court and whips the ball through his own legs only for it to land long.

Djokovic then wins the game with an ace. He’s won all three games but Alcaraz is starting to unleash more of his own skills.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:22 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 0-2 Novak Djokovic*

There aren’t many tennis experts backing Carlos Alcaraz to get the job done today. He’s the World No. 1. the No. 1 seed for Wimbledon and a massive underdog going up against Novak Djokovic.

The Serb takes the first couple of points from Alcaraz’s first service game to set up a good position for a potential break. Djokovic slices a backhand long over the net and sets up Alcaraz for a forehand return. He doesn’t catch it well and smokes the effort out of play.

Three break points to Djokovic.

Alcaraz saves the first one thanks to a Djokovic error. He saves the second one with a brilliant forehand winner. He can’t save the third one.

Djokovic breaks!

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:18 , Mike Jones

*Carlos Alcaraz 0-1 Novak Djokovic

Djokovic needs a couple of attempts to get through deuce but manages to hold serve from break point down and takes the first game of this final.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:15 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 0-0 Novak Djokovic*

Oh there’s a nasty slip from Djokovic after his third serve. Alcaraz belts a forehand across court and takes the point to move ahead 15-30 following a loose shot from Djokovic in the previous rally.

The defending champion is back on parity with his second serve next up. It’s aimed down the T and gets a bit of extra bounce forcing Alcaraz to push his return wide.

Djokovic then grimaces as a backhand down the line hits the tape and leaves Alcaraz with a break point. The Spaniard can’t take it though as Djokovic’s serve is sent wide to his backhand. The return loops over the back of the court.

Deuce.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:11 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz 0-0 Novak Djokovic*

Novak Djokovic gets this final started with a wide serve to Carlos Alcaraz’s forehand. The Spaniard gets something on the return but can’t control the shot and knocks it out the back.

Djokovic takes the opening point. 15-0.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:05 , Jamie Braidwood

Jamie Braidwood on Centre Court

Here we go. It’s the best men’s final we could have had - the two best players in the world as Carlos Alcaraz looks to deny Novak Djokovic Wimbledon history.

I think this will go five... let’s hope for a classic.

A surreal moment as Brad Pitt sits down about three rows in front of me.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:04 , Mike Jones

Carlos Alcaraz waves to the crowd as he comes out following Novak Djokovic. Centre Court is packed, they’ll appreciate the acknowledgement from the Spaniard who will be well backed this afternoon.

The players meet at the net to receive their pre-match instructions and have the coin toss. Alcaraz wins the toss and will receive the serve first.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

14:01 , Mike Jones

The Prince and Princess of Wales are watching on from the Royal Box as Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic make their way towards the court. There are focused faces on both men.

This match is expected to go the distance as the World numbers 1 and 2 go head-to-head for the Wimbledon title.

Wimbledon LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic

13:54 , Mike Jones

So here we go.

The men’s singles title is on the line with the most exciting up-and-comer Carlos Alcaraz taking on the best player in the world (despite the rankings) Novak Djokovic.

Djokovic is the reigning Wimbledon champion. He’s won the last four tournaments held at SW19 and looks on course to make it five in a row today.

Can Alcaraz pull off a surprise victory?

Wimbledon LIVE: Tokito Oda defeats Britain’s Alfie Hewett in straight sets

12:51 , Jamie Braidwood

Post match reaction from a disappointed Alfie Hewett who said: “First of all congrats to Tokito and your team. What a performance out there today and i hope you enjoy yourselves later on.

“This has been not my first time on Court One this week and I really feel like wheelchair tennis is being put on the map at Wimbledon and I just want to thank Jamie Baker, and everyone at the All England club who make this possible and took a chance on wheelchair tennis on courts like this.

“I know it didn’t go my way this ear but I will be even more determined and motivated next year to perform in front of you guys. Hopefully I will be more motivated and be back next year.”

Wimbledon LIVE: Tokito Oda defeats Britain’s Alfie Hewett in straight sets

12:46 , Mike Jones

Aged 17 years and 69 days, Tokito Oda is the youngest player to win any Wimbledon singles title (excluding juniors) since 1997. Oda is also the youngest man in history to win a Wimbledon singles title in any discipline.

Good morning!

08:00 , Jamie Braidwood

It’s the big one: Novak Djokovic faces Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon men’s singles final this afternoon, as the two best players go head to head for the title on Centre Court.

Djokovic is attempting to win his fifth consecutive Wimbledon crowd, which would move the Serbian level with Roger Federer on a men’s record eight singles titles. Alcaraz is playing in his first Wimbledon final and the 20-year-old Spaniard has the challenge of ending Djokovic’s dominant run at SW19, where he has won 34 matches in a row and has not lost on Centre Court since 2013.

Alcaraz, the world No 1, will feel as if he has nothing to lose after reaching the Wimbledon final on what is just his fourth tournament on grass. Alcaraz will try to bring his creative shot-making and powerful forehand to the showpiece occasion but Djokovic has a clear advantage when it comes to experience in grand slam finals. Djokovic can also equal Margaret Court’s overall record with a 24th grand slam title, having claimed the men’s record at last month’s French Open.

The men’s final comes after Marketa Vondrousova triumphed over a heartbroken Ons Jabeur in straight sets to win the Wimbledon women’s title on Saturday, while Great Britain’s Neal Skupski claimed his first grand slam men’s doubles title with a memorable final victory with Dutch partner Wesley Koolhof.

Follow live updates and results from day 14 of Wimbledon in today’s live blog.