'I Don't Take This as a Win' - Sinner on Dimitrov Match

Jannik Sinner said he could not accept his progress to the Wimbledon quarter-finals "as a win" after a tearful Grigor Dimitrov was forced to retire in an emotional end to their match.

World number one Sinner was staring at the prospect of a shock defeat as he trailed Dimitrov by two sets when the Bulgarian 19th seed dropped to the floor in pain.

The 34-year-old Dimitrov, who has now been forced to retire in each of his past five Grand Slam appearances, clenched his right pectoral muscle and could not continue following a short medical timeout.

Italy's Sinner, a three-time major winner, has become only the ninth man in the Open era to reach seven consecutive Grand Slam quarter-finals.

But that was not an achievement he felt that he could celebrate on Centre Court on Monday night, instead concerned only with his friend's wellbeing after a heartbreaking conclusion.

Sinner, who reappeared for his on-court interview after assisting a devastated Dimitrov off the court, said: "I don't take this as a win at all, this is just an unfortunate moment for all of us to witness.

"He has struggled in the last Grand Slams with injuries a lot, so seeing him again with this injury is very tough.

"We all saw by his reaction how much he cares about the sport. He is one of the hardest-working players on tour and it is very unfortunate."

The 23-year-old added, before calling on the crowd to join him in applauding Dimitrov and his team: "This is not the end we wanted to see and it's very sad. We all wish him only the best."

- Author: Harry Poole, BBC

Men’s Semifinalists:

Novak Djokovic secured his record 14th Wimbledon semifinal by defeating Flavio Cobolli 6‑7^(6), 6‑2, 7‑5, 6‑4. Djokovic overcame an opening-set loss and even a slip on match point to bounce back with strong serving (13 aces) and tight play.

Jannik Sinner advanced in straight sets, beating Ben Shelton 7‑6^(2), 6‑4, 6‑4, showing no signs of recent elbow issues and dominating key moments .

Carlos Alcaraz continued his dominance, defeating Cameron Norrie in straight sets, 6‑2, 6‑3, 6‑3, to seal his place.

Taylor Fritz battled through a four-set quarter-final against Karen Khachanov, winning 6‑3, 6‑4, 1‑6, 7‑6 (4) to notch his first ever Wimbledon semi-qualifier.

Women’s Semifinalists:

Aryna Sabalenka came from a set down to beat Laura Siegemund 4‑6, 6‑2, 6‑4 in a thrilling Centre Court showdown, booking her spot.

Amanda Anisimova survived strong resistance from Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova to win 6‑1, 7‑6 (9) and secure her place in her first-ever Wimbledon semifinal.

Belinda Bencic, the 28‑year‑old Olympic champion and mother, reached her first Wimbledon semifinal by overcoming Mirra Andreeva 7‑6^(3), 7‑6^(2), saving multiple match points and prevailing in two tight tiebreaks.

Iga Swiatek booked her maiden Wimbledon semifinal with a confident straight‑sets win over Liudmila Samsonova 6‑2, 7‑5, showcasing improved grass‑court form.