Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, and Novak Djokovic are among favourites, but there are others who can challenge them; mid-day enlists the contenders
Carlos Alcaraz during a practice session at Wimbledon on Friday. Pics/Getty Images
Carlos Alcaraz
Defending champion Alcaraz comes into the tournament after dispatching World No. 1 Jannik Sinner in an epic five-set contest at the French Open final. The Spaniard has lost only five out of 47 matches this year. The World No. 2 is known for his speed, movement, powerful volleys and ability to deliver in crunch moments. Having won the 2023 Wimbledon title too, he’s undoubtedly the man to beat.
Jannik Sinner
The Italian, who has maintained his grip on the World No. 1 ranking despite a three-month doping ban, is best positioned to dethrone Alcaraz. Sinner has defeated the Spaniard at Wimbledon before (in the fourth round of the 2022 edition). Known for his precise strokes and consistency, Sinner has pocketed three Grand Slams already. Although he hasn’t featured in a Wimbledon final yet, he could change that statistic this year.
Novak Djokovic
Serbia’s Djokovic is well versed with success at Wimbledon, having clinched the title on seven occasions. Although the former World No. 1 has now fallen to sixth place in the rankings, due to a combination of age and injury, he still remains one of the finest players on grass. In addition to his excellent all-court game, his unmatched ability to hit winning returns to even the deadliest of serves, make him one of the favourites to win an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam title.
Jack Draper
Home favourite Draper has enjoyed a breakout season, ascending to a career-best fourth place thanks mainly to the Indian Wells title besides making it to two other finals (Madrid Open and Doha Open). His left-handed serve is a point of difference, which he pairs well with strong returns and a heavy topspin. Although his record at Wimbledon reads two wins in five matches, given his form this year, he would well make his mark at SW19.
Alexander Bublik
The 30th-ranked Kazakh has emerged as a dark horse following a series of impressive results which began with a semi-final run at the French Open. He then stunned Sinner and Daniil Medvedev (World No. 9) en-route the Halle Open title. Bublik, 28, has a brilliant drop shot and mixes things up with underarm serves. He’ll be hoping to prove his doubters wrong on grass.
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