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Djokovic sweeps past Rune to reach Wimbledon last eight

Novak Djokovic swept aside Denmark's Holger Rune in straight sets to reach his 15th quarter-final at Wimbledon.

Despite appearing to struggle with a stomach issue, Djokovic beat the 15th seed 6-3 6-4 6-2 in front of a rowdy crowd on Centre Court, some of whom he felt unreasonably targeted him.

The 37-year-old is going for an eighth Wimbledon title and record 25th Grand Slam overall.

"I am very pleased. I don't think he has played close to his best to be honest," Djokovic said, referring to Rune. "I think I did the right things in the right moments.