Evans highlights what has surprised him the most about Djokovic today

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We were perhaps expecting a bit more from Dan Evans in his match against Novak Djokovic in the second round of Wimbledon. Having beaten him the last time they faced each other, one could think that the slices of the Briton could trouble a Nole who, at all times, had the match under control and with the right tactics to send a message to his rivals and show everyone that he is fully committed to this Grand Slam.

In the press conference, Evans reflected on what it means to have faced Djokovic on Centre Court, in the latter stage of his career, at 35 years old, and highlighted how difficult it is to beat a Nole who turned 38 a couple of months ago. Age doesn't seem to affect him.

If he enjoyed the experience

I appreciate the opportunity to play again on Wimbledon's Centre Court, as I may not have the chance to do so again. I thought about that during the match. When you're 35 years old, like me, you see things from a different perspective. Before the match, I believed I could win. I felt confident before the encounter, but it's a very tough task. I'm not sure if I enjoyed it or not. It's disappointing to lose, but at some point I will look back on this match with pride, considering the occasion it was.

Facing Djokovic

My feeling is that I've always been on the defensive. You have all written many times how good he is. We all see it. He's too good when he goes forward, hitting a deep ball. He sees when you're on the defensive and makes you move. What I would highlight about him is that he serves like a big server, but he's not 1.90m tall. Today it was a serve spot. I don't think he went over 210, but each serve was well directed. Then, you have his returning game, which constantly puts you under pressure. If I sum it all up, I felt like the tennis balls were coming back to my pocket quickly and not staying there for long.

Future plans... Retirement?

I haven't planned anything beyond this tour. I need to sit down and see what I want to do, if I want to continue for much longer. I'm very tired after the last month. It's important to rest and take some time off. I haven't thought about it yet, but I will. I would say that my main goal would be to qualify for the US Open.

Slow courts like clay?

I can assure you that Novak's shots today didn't feel slow. The court is fine.
 

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