Marcos lost at Wimbledon against Novak Djokovic in four sets today in what was the most entertaining match of the Championships so far. Marcos played to a brilliant level, spurred on by the Centre Court crowd. Indeed, he hit more winners, less unforced errors and more aces than his opponent, but in the end, Djokovic had just enough to pull through to the fourth round, 6-4, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4.
Marcos thrived on centre stage, and although he lost the first set, he leveled up the tie as the sun shone brightly onto the turf. The game was played at an incredibly high intensity throughout, with the players trading winners. However, Marcos only managed to capitalize on one of his break point chances, largely because of Djokovic’s excellent play.
Nevertheless, the match went right to the wire, Djokovic took over ten minutes to serve out the match at 5-4 in the final set, with Marcos forcing two break-points. Marcos smiled right until the end, and appeared to relish gracing the greatest stage in tennis once more. He was by no means outplayed by his opponent.
The Centre Court crowd arose to acclaim both players at the end, though the majority of the cheering was directed at Marcos Baghdatis, celebrating the way he played the game, and the spirit he played it in.
