The third Grand Slam of the tennis season gets underway Monday, June 30, with Wimbledon once again taking center stage at SW19. With elite players, fierce rivalries, and emerging British talent, the 2025 edition promises high drama on the grass courts. From stars to storylines, here’s what to watch as the Championships unfold.
Global Stars Aim to Shine at SW19
Wimbledon 2025 arrives just weeks after a historic French Open final, where Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner battled for five hours and 29 minutes—the longest men’s singles final in Roland Garros history. Alcaraz ultimately prevailed, ending Sinner’s winning streak and adding another chapter to one of tennis’s most exciting modern rivalries.
On the women’s side, world No. 2 Coco Gauff outlasted top seed Aryna Sabalenka to claim her second Grand Slam title. French wildcard Lois Boisson delivered a surprise run to the semifinals, upsetting two top-10 players along the way.
As Wimbledon begins, these stars—and a new wave of rising talents—are set to deliver more fireworks on grass.
Players to Watch
Carlos Alcaraz – The defending Wimbledon champion enters as one of the sport’s premier attractions. His powerful baseline game adapts well to grass, and he’s fresh off another Grand Slam triumph.
Jannik Sinner – World No. 1 with 10,880 points, the Italian is looking to bounce back after losing to Alcaraz in Paris. He remains one of the most consistent and dangerous players on tour.
Jack Draper – The 23-year-old British No. 1 is enjoying a breakout year, having won Indian Wells and reached the Madrid Open Final. Now ranked No. 4 in the world, he enters Wimbledon with serious title ambitions.
Novak Djokovic – The seven-time Wimbledon champion may not be at his peak but remains a threat anytime he steps on Centre Court.
Jakub Mensik and Joao Fonseca – Two promising teenagers who have been steadily climbing the ATP ranks.
Aryna Sabalenka – The powerful Belarusian looks to rebound after falling short in Paris. She remains a threat on all surfaces.
Coco Gauff – With two Grand Slam titles by age 20, Gauff is the new face of American women’s tennis and a top contender in London.
Mirra Andreeva – At just 17, the Russian phenom is quickly building a reputation as a future Slam winner.
Katie Boulter and Barbora Krejcikova – Boulter will try to rally home support while Krejcikova brings a balanced game and Grand Slam pedigree as the defending champion.
Jessica Pegula – A consistent top-10 presence looking to make a deeper run in a major.
Alcaraz vs. Sinner: The Rivalry of a Generation
The Alcaraz-Sinner rivalry has become appointment viewing for tennis fans. From epic five-set battles to title-deciding clashes, the two have carried the torch from the legendary Big Four era. Alcaraz has snapped Sinner’s winning streaks twice in recent months—once in Rome and again in Paris—but Sinner retains the ATP’s top spot with 10,880 points, ahead of Alcaraz’s 8,850.
If seeds hold, fans could be treated to another high-stakes encounter deep in the Wimbledon draw.
British Hopes at Home
British tennis is undergoing a resurgence, led by 23-year-old Jack Draper, who is now the country’s top-ranked player and sits at No. 4 in the world. His title at Indian Wells and runner-up finish in Madrid launched him into the elite tier, and he’ll carry the weight of home expectations at Wimbledon.
In doubles, Jamie Murray continues to build his legacy. The 38-year-old became the first Brit to record 1,000 ATP Tour-level doubles matches earlier this year. Currently ranked world No. 34 and British No. 7, he is one of seven British players ranked in the world’s top 50 in doubles.
Emma Raducanu, ranked world No. 37 and British No. 2, returns to grass after a challenging season plagued by a back injury. The 2021 US Open champion missed the Billie Jean King Cup in April to prioritize recovery and was eliminated from both the Australian and French Opens by Iga Swiatek. Still, a healthy Raducanu remains a dangerous wildcard.
As Wimbledon 2025 begins, the blend of established stars, surging young talent, and hometown hopes promises two weeks of high-level tennis and storylines that could reshape the sport’s landscape heading into the US Open.
