Tennis / Wimbledon 01/07/2026 at 00:00

Djokovic's big-match history still makes him the natural side in this Tsitsipas clash

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Novak Djokovic to win
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Wimbledon's official Day 3 preview confirms Novak Djokovic meets Stefanos Tsitsipas on Centre Court on Wednesday, and the cleanest betting angle is Djokovic to win.

The argument starts with matchup history. Wimbledon itself frames this as a heavyweight second-round duel, but it also points back to the pair's major finals and other big-stage meetings, most of which have broken Djokovic's way. That matters because a player can improve while still entering a proven pattern against an opponent who has repeatedly solved him.

Tsitsipas deserves respect for getting this far in stronger shape than he showed for long periods earlier in the season. Even so, this still looks like the type of match where Djokovic's return quality, scoreboard calm and ability to win the key medium-length rallies should keep him in front more often than not.

For a daily Wimbledon tip, the direct winner line is more sensible than forcing totals or set bets. Djokovic to win keeps the pick tied to the clearest edge in the matchup.