Novak Djokovic paused his on-court interview after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas at Wimbledon to call out Rory McIlroy, who was seated in the Royal Box, challenging the golfer to a tennis match with their jackets on the line.
Djokovic Spots McIlroy in the Royal Box
The 39-year-old Serbian star was mid-interview when he singled out McIlroy, who was wearing his Masters Green Jacket. Djokovic, himself in a white jacket, offered to wager his own garment. He said: "Rory, what a beautiful jacket. Is that a Masters jacket? It must be. Round of applause for Rory for the Masters, please. I want that jacket. I'll play you. This jacket for that jacket, we'll play tennis! No golf."
McIlroy's Recent Triumphs
McIlroy has had a remarkable 12 months, winning the Masters to complete his personal Career Slam and contributing to Team Europe's Ryder Cup victory. He proudly displayed his Green Jacket in the Royal Box throughout the day, having arrived early for Wimbledon's opening match.
Light-Hearted Moment with Sweets
During the match, McIlroy was caught on camera taking a sweet from a tin being passed around, snatching it away from his wife Erica Stoll. BBC's Clare Balding noted: "Erica then! She's just about to take one and he rips it away!"
