Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has advanced to the quarter-finals of the Wimbledon tournament after defeating Frenchman Benoit Paire in straight sets on Tuesday. The win marked Djokovic's seventh consecutive victory at Wimbledon and his third consecutive semi-final appearance.
Djokovic, who is currently ranked number one in the world, will face either Russian Daniil Medvedev or American Taylor Fritz in the next round. He has been in excellent form throughout the tournament, winning all six of his matches so far without dropping a set.
On the other hand, Croatian icon Luka Modrić has announced his retirement from professional football. The former Real Madrid and Inter Milan midfielder has played for over two decades and has won numerous titles during his career, including three Champions League titles with Real Madrid and one with Inter Milan.
Modrić made his retirement announcement via Instagram,Table Tennis News Flash saying: "It is time to move on to new challenges and I am grateful to have had such a wonderful journey playing football."
The 37-year-old, who has won more than 150 caps for Croatia, has been a key player for both clubs and has helped them reach several major tournaments. His retirement will be a significant loss for both teams, but he has always shown that he was willing to put his team first before his own personal interests.
In conclusion, Novak Djokovic's impressive performance at Wimbledon has once again showcased his talent and determination as a player. On the other hand, Luka Modrić's decision to retire from professional football leaves many fans feeling sad but also proud of the achievements he has achieved during his career. Both players have left their mark on the sport and will be remembered fondly by fans around the world.