The stage is set for one of the most anticipated matches of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships as Novak Djokovic faces Jannik Sinner in the men’s singles semifinals. With a place in Sunday’s championship match on the line, tennis fans around the world will be watching as two of the sport’s biggest stars battle on Centre Court.
When is Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner?
Djokovic and Sinner are scheduled to meet on Friday, July 10, 2026, in the second men’s singles semifinal at Wimbledon.
The match is expected to begin at approximately 9:30 a.m. ET (2:30 p.m. BST), though the start time will depend on the duration of the first semifinal between Alexander Zverev and Arthur Fery.
Where to watch Djokovic vs Sinner
Fans in the United States can watch the Wimbledon semifinal live on ESPN. The match will also be available to stream through the ESPN App and ESPN+ for eligible subscribers.
Coverage begins earlier in the day with both men’s semifinals, with Djokovic and Sinner taking the court after the conclusion of the opening semifinal.
Djokovic vs Sinner 2026 Wimbledon Semifinal Details
- Match: Novak Djokovic vs. Jannik Sinner
- Tournament: Wimbledon Championships 2026
- Round: Men’s Singles Semifinal
- Date: Friday, July 10, 2026
- Expected Time: Approximately 9:30 a.m. ET
- Court: Centre Court, All England Club
- TV Channel (U.S.): ESPN
- Live Stream: ESPN App, ESPN+
What’s at stake?
The winner of Friday’s semifinal will advance to the 2026 Wimbledon men’s singles final, scheduled for Sunday, July 12. With Djokovic chasing another Wimbledon title and Sinner looking to continue his rise among tennis’s elite, the semifinal promises to be one of the tournament’s marquee matches.
Djokovic’s experience on Wimbledon’s grass courts makes him one of the most successful players in tournament history, while Sinner has emerged as one of the ATP Tour’s most dangerous competitors, setting up a compelling clash between generations.
Tennis fans can expect Centre Court to be packed as the two stars compete for a coveted place in the Wimbledon final.