The world’s leading player, Jannik Sinner, alongside the second-ranked Carlos Alcaraz, are positioned just one triumph away from a potential Wimbledon final showdown, a rematch following their intense battle at the French Open in June. However, standing in their paths for the semifinals this Friday are No. 6 Novak Djokovic and No. 5 Taylor Fritz, respectively.
While Fritz displayed formidable prowess, Alcaraz managed to overcome him with a score of 6-4, 5-7, 6-3, 7-6(6) on Friday. This victory propels Alcaraz into the Wimbledon final for the third consecutive year. Having secured the title in the previous two years, Alcaraz aims for a third straight Wimbledon championship this Sunday, where he will compete against the victor of the Sinner versus Djokovic match.
Sinner and Djokovic are set to clash again in the semifinals, reminiscent of the top-seeded Italian’s three-set victory over the 24-time Grand Slam champion at the French Open. Sinner has maintained a spotless record, without dropping a set at Wimbledon, as he seeks to avenge his recent championship defeat to Alcaraz. Djokovic, at 38 years old, showcases remarkable resilience as he navigated his way to the semifinal over the course of the past week and a half.
Djokovic has claimed six of the last 10 Wimbledon men’s singles titles, while Alcaraz has emerged triumphant in each of the past two years, defeating the seasoned Serbian player on both occasions.
How to watch the Wimbledon men’s singles semifinals
Date: Friday, July 11
Carlos Alcaraz-Taylor Fritz start time: 8:30 a.m. ET
Jannik Sinner-Novak Djokovic start time: 10:10 a.m. ET
Location: Center Court | All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, Wimbledon, London
TV channel: ESPN | ESPN+ | Disney+
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