'It is not normal' - but extraordinary Djokovic defies odds once again
It is worth remembering that what you are watching is not normal - but Novak Djokovic is anything but ordinary in another thrilling Wimbledon match.
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"To be able to come out and play this level of tennis at that age... it's not normal. It's really not normal."
— Leon Smith , Athlete
"I've been watching this guy for 20 years and time and time again, in the biggest moments, he delivers."
— Tim Henman , Athlete
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It is worth remembering that what you are watching is not normal - but Novak Djokovic is anything but ordinary in another thrilling Wimbledon match.
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