The world No. 1 rolled past a compromised version of the seven-time champion as the shadows fell over Centre Court.

In a fitting conclusion, Djokovic was a little more than a spectator as he returned one final serve and stood motionless at the side of the court, Sinner sealing victory with no resistance. There will be no such luxury come Sunday.

Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner are set to face off for the last spot in Sunday's gentlemen's singles final at Wimbledon. It's a rematch of their recent French Open semi-final, which Sinner won in three tight sets.