(VIDEO) Djokovic given controversial penalty for hindrance in Sinner Wimbledon semi-final clash

Novak Djokovic's semi-final clash at Wimbledon against Jannik Sinner nearly descended into chaos early on after the former was given a controversial penalty for hindrance.

The World No.2 saved multiple break points in his opening service game and then immediately broke the Italian to impose his dominance early on.

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He eventually wrapped up the set but to begin the second, he was called for hindrance after he lets out a long grunt following a backhand down the line.

He dropped to his knees before protesting his innocence but it wasn't over turned. At the time he was 2-1 up in the second set.

Watch the video below. Was the umpire right in his call?

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The umpire warned Novak Djokovic for hindrance because of the noise he made. Thoughts on the decision? 🤔

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