Wimbledon 2026: Serena and Venus return, Sinner targets title defence – schedule and how to watch live
Wimbledon 2026 – Novak Djokovic’s golden chance for Grand Slam No. 25
Novak Djokovic has not won Wimbledon since 2022, but he may not get a better chance to clinch the record 25th Grand Slam. No Alcaraz complements the Olympic champion’s stunning record at the All England Club, where he is a seven-time winner and one of three singles players to win over 100 times.
The 39-year-old is acutely aware of each opportunity that arises at a Grand Slam to create more history, just as he will know that the challenge for No. 25 intensifies with each passing tournament.
Then there is Sinner, the runaway world number one who has only lost three times all season. Physical issues in Paris show that he is not invincible, but the Italian has proven his prowess on the grass amid undeniable dominance this season.
Sinner can also count on coach Darren Cahill, who had been deliberating his position this time last year. The Australian promised the world No. 1 that he could decide his fate should he win Wimbledon, and 12 months later, they are back for another title bid.
Who else can challenge for the men’s singles trophy? Olympic gold medallist Alexander Zverev ended his wait for a Grand Slam at Roland-Garros, but has never made it past the fourth round in south-west London.
U.S. number one Ben Shelton is thriving on the grass after clinching the Stuttgart ATP 250 title, while his compatriot Taylor Fritz was a Wimbledon semi-finalist last year and is now building his way back from an injury layoff.
Great Britain’s Jack Draper is aiming to do the same after withdrawing from Queen’s (ATP 500) to delay his comeback, supported by interim coach and double Wimbledon champion, Andy Murray. Meanwhile, Alcaraz headlines the list of absentees alongside Lorenzo Musetti, Holger Rune and Valentin Vacherot.
