The incident took place during the first set that Djokovic was leading 4-3 with an advantage while returning Federer’s serve. Federer’s down the T serve was returned well by Djokovic straight in the middle and the Swiss ace took his time before whipping it to Djokovic’s right to what looked like a sure winner.

However, Djokovic in his trademark sliding style reached it with his return hitting the net on its way up. An onrushing Federer was caught off guard with the sudden deflection of the net, as he was approaching with the idea of hitting a winner on the incoming volley. But, just as a winner is someone who is always adjusting to adversity, Federer stuck out his racquet at the last moment which was a sheer reflex as the ball fell on the other court with a little bit of spin miles ahead of Djokovic, who was standing at the baseline.