Introduction
Flavio Cobolli, the rising Italian player, will be facing off against seven-time champion Novak Djokovic during the 2025 Championship of Wimbledon, which marks the quarterfinal meeting. I expect that the match will take place on the renowned Centre Court. Clearly, this is a huge milestone achievement for Cobolli, so it’s only natural that there will be a lot of eyes on this match.
Get ready for a fantastic match! Here are the details you need:
- Fixture: Novak Djokovic vs. Flavio Cobolli
- Round: Wimbledon 2025 Quarterfinals
- Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025
- Time: To be confirmed
- Venue: All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, UK
- Surface: Outdoor Grass
Head-to-Head: Djokovic vs. Cobolli
| Year | Event | Surface | Round | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Shanghai Masters | Hard | Round of 32 | Novak Djokovic | 6-1, 6-2 |
This is only the second time that Novak Djokovic and Flavio Cobolli will meet. Their only previous encounter was a lopsided straight-sets win for Djokovic at the Shanghai Masters in 2024.
Flavio Cobolli: The Italian Breakthrough
The 2025 season for Flavio Cobolli has been absolutely amazing. The 23-year-old Italian has won two ATP titles: one in Hamburg and one in Bucharest, when he defeated top-seeded Andrey Rublev. Now, Cobolli's incredible journey continues as he makes his first Grand Slam quarterfinal appearance.
Cobolli's Road to the Quarterfinals:
1R: def. Beibit Zhukayev 6-3, 7-6(7), 6-1
2R: def. Jack Pinnington Jones 6-1, 7-6(6), 6-2
3R: def. Jakub Mensik (15th seed) 6-2, 6-4, 6-2
4R: def. Marin Cilic 6-4, 6-4, 6-7(4), 7-6(3)
Cobolli has dropped just one set across four rounds and been broken only twice throughout the tournament—an incredible feat on grass.
Cobolli’s Stats in 2025:
Matches Played: 45 (W: 31, L: 14)
Top-10 Record: 1-11 (Only win via retirement)
Aces: 109
First Serve Points Won: 66%
Break Point Conversion: 37% (of 259 opportunities)
His knack for staying calm under pressure, especially during those intense tiebreaks against Marin Cilic, really shows how much he's maturing mentally, even if he's mostly up against lower-ranked opponents.
Novak Djokovic: The Grass Court Maestro
Novak Djokovic continues to defy age and expectations. At 38, he’s hunting for his eighth Wimbledon title and 25th Grand Slam overall, and his campaign has been steady despite a scare in the Round of 16.
Djokovic's Road to the Quarterfinals:
1R: def. Alexandre Muller 6-1, 6-7(7), 6-2, 6-2
2R: def. Dan Evans 6-3, 6-2, 6-0
3R: def. Miomir Kecmanovic 6-3, 6-0, 6-4
4R: def. Alex de Minaur 1-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4
After a rocky start against De Minaur, Djokovic demonstrated his customary resolve, rallying from a set and a break down to win in four. He saved 13 of 19 break points and improved his level as the match progressed.
Djokovic’s 2025 Season Highlights:
Titles: Geneva Open (100th career title)
Grand Slam Form:
SF at Australian Open
SF at Roland Garros
ATP Ranking: World No. 6
Aces in 2025: 204
First Serve Win Rate: 76%
Break Point Conversion: 41% (of 220 opportunities)
Djokovic's record at Wimbledon is 101-12, with 15 semifinals appearances. An inconsistent player with an honest hunger for titles, he turns into a real threat whenever he steps on the court.
Form Comparison: Djokovic vs. Cobolli
| Player | Last 10 Matches | Sets Won | Sets Lost | Wimbledon Sets Lost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novak Djokovic | 9 Wins / 1 Loss | 24 | 8 | 2 |
| Flavio Cobolli | 8 Wins / 2 Losses | 19 | 5 | 1 |
Grass Court Form (2025)
Djokovic: 7-0 (Geneva + Wimbledon)
Cobolli: 6-1 (Halle QF, Wimbledon QF)
Key Stats and Matchup Insights
Djokovic has an outstanding track record, winning 43 of his last 45 matches at Wimbledon.
Cobolli is playing his first Wimbledon QF; Djokovic is playing his 16th.
Djokovic has dropped two sets this tournament; Cobolli just one.
Cobolli has never defeated a top-10 player in a completed match.
While Cobolli has exceeded expectations, the gulf in experience and caliber is vast. Djokovic thrives on Centre Court and has the serve, return, and rally IQ to dominate this matchup.
Betting Prediction
Prediction: Novak Djokovic to win in straight sets (3-0)
Despite his fragility against De Minaur, Djokovic's capacity to perform at a higher level under duress is still unrivaled. This should be an easy victory over a motivated but largely untried opponent unless he performs noticeably poorly.
Djokovic's Experience to Outshine Cobolli's Momentum
Reaching the quarterfinals of Wimbledon has complemented Flavio Cobolli’s career beautifully. His overcoming challenges in 2025 has been nothing short of stunning. That said, battling against a top-form Novak Djokovic on the hallowed Wimbledon turf will test even the best of players, and Djokovic’s pedigree all but guarantees the outcome. JT’s trademark poise and resilience under pressure make him nearly unbeatable on the grass courts, and with the added benefit of his return prowess, the match is all but sealed. While he is bound to dominate, keep an eye on some of the Italian’s ingenious shots, as we are bound to witness flashes of brilliance.
Pick: Novak Djokovic to win 3-0.
