Defending champion Jannik Sinner delivered an outstanding performance to stop Novak Djokovic from achieving a record 25th major title and secure his spot in the Wimbledon final versus Alexander Zverev.

Mirroring his effort from the same stage last year, Sinner showcased power and accuracy to prevent Djokovic from matching Roger Federer's mark of eight men's singles crowns at the All England Club.

Sinner avoided offering any break points until the middle of the third set, then neutralized the 39-year-old Djokovic's sole chance with an ace before securing the win 6-4 6-4 6-4.

World number one Sinner, the first Italian to contest multiple Wimbledon men's singles finals, closed out the victory convincingly and shared an embrace with Djokovic at the net.

This marked a 99th Grand Slam match victory for the four-time major winner, who will meet Zverev in his seventh major final after the French Open champion ended British wildcard Arthur Fery's impressive progress.

"It is the most special tournament we have. It means a lot to me to play another final here," said Sinner.

"Of course, playing against Novak, he is a huge inspiration not only for you guys but for the new generation. What he is still doing is amazing, incredible.

"We always have very, very tough matches. I am very happy with this performance."

For Djokovic, who received loud cheers upon leaving the court, the opportunity to surpass Margaret Court and claim sole possession of the all-time record for most Grand Slam singles titles remains out of reach.

Sinner stands one victory away from becoming the 10th man in the Open era to retain the Wimbledon title, and he enters Sunday's final as the favorite following a strong showing.

After defeating Djokovic, he will feel confident in his ability to handle Zverev, an opponent he has not lost to since 2023.

Sinner has not dropped a set since his opening match extended to five sets and displayed his finest tennis of the fortnight by denying Djokovic any openings.

He maintained his excellent serving with another 16 aces on Friday and outperformed his rival in both offense and defense, recording 40 winners against just 15 unforced errors.

Djokovic could not replicate the level that allowed him to defeat Felix Auger-Aliassime in five sets after more than five hours just minutes before the 11pm curfew on Wednesday.

The men's record 24-time major winner offered an appreciative wave to all sections of Centre Court as he departed, having received strong support during a challenging afternoon.

In Sunday's final, Sinner will meet an opponent he has defeated in 10 of their 14 prior encounters, though he knows Zverev presents a renewed challenge after claiming his first major title at Roland Garros.

Sinner built momentum after Djokovic saved the first break point of the match, striking with great force and precision to keep his opponent moving.

The defending champion created two more break points in the ninth game, surprising the crowd by missing a straightforward overhead on the first before redeeming himself with a superb backhand down the line on the second.

The Centre Court crowd supported Djokovic by chanting his name in an attempt to spark a comeback, yet chances stayed limited.

Djokovic held off additional pressure to lead 3-2 in the second set, but two games later Sinner claimed his fourth break of the set with an excellent drop shot.

Consolidating to move within one game of a two-set lead, Sinner pressed immediately in the third set by generating two break points in Djokovic's opening game.

Djokovic pleased the spectators by saving those chances along with a third as Sinner continued to apply pressure, but he eventually yielded on the fourth to nearly conclude the contest.

Sustaining a high standard, Sinner moved ahead 3-1 before claiming eight straight points across his final two service games.

The match concluded in two hours and 20 minutes, extending just six minutes beyond Sinner's quickest victory of this year's event.