Novak Djokovic praised Wu Yibing's performance after battling past the Chinese player in a tough first-round clash to begin his Wimbledon campaign.⁣ ⁣ The Serbian star defeated Wu 6-4, 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 on Centre Court, launching his bid for a record-equalling eighth Wimbledon title and a record 25th Grand Slam singles crown. Wu, returning to Grand Slam action after injury-hit seasons, pushed Djokovic throughout and claimed the second set in an impressive display.⁣ ⁣ Djokovic will now face Stefanos Tsitsipas in the second round as he continues his quest to equal Roger Federer's Wimbledon title record.⁣ ⁣ #Wimbledon #NovakDjokovic #Djokovic #WuYibing