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Wimbledon 2025: Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner - Road to Final, Opponents and Scores

The 2025 Wimbledon Championships have delivered on their promise of high drama and elite tennis, culminating in a final that the tennis world has been anticipating - World No.1 Jannik Sinner versus two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.

Both players, already locked in a fierce rivalry that has defined the post-Big Three era, navigated a treacherous draw to set up another blockbuster Grand Slam showdown.

Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner

Jannik Sinner - Road to Wimbledon 2025 Final

Jannik Sinner entered Wimbledon as the top seed, carrying momentum from his dominant runs at the Australian Open and French Open earlier in the year. His grass-court prowess, once considered a work in progress, was on full display as he powered through the draw.

  • First Round: Sinner opened his campaign with a straight-sets win against Luca Nardi, showcasing his trademark backhand and improved net play.
  • Second Round: He dispatched his opponent Aleksandar Vukic with clinical efficiency, dropping just a handful of games.
  • Third Round: Sinner faced no test against Pedro Martinez, winning in straight sets.
  • Fourth Round: Against Grigor Dimitrov, Sinner got a walkover midway in the match. He was lucky as Dimitrov was already winning two sets.
  • Quarterfinals: Sinner faced rising star Ben Shelton but maintained his composure, winning in straight sets and dropping serve only once.
  • Semifinals: In a highly anticipated clash, Sinner dismantled seven-time Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic, who was hampered by injury but still a formidable opponent. Sinner’s relentless aggression and consistency resulted in a commanding victory, ending Djokovic’s hopes for an eighth title and sending Sinner into his first Wimbledon final.
Jannik Sinner

Carlos Alcaraz - Road to Wimbledon 2025 Final

Carlos Alcaraz, the reigning Wimbledon champion, arrived at SW19 with the confidence of a player who has already conquered every surface. His journey to a third straight final was anything but straightforward, marked by resilience and shot-making brilliance.

  • First Round: Alcaraz began with a routine win against Fabio Fognini, blending power and flair.
  • Second Round: He overcame a tricky opponent in Oliver Tarvet, showcasing his improved grass-court movement.
  • Third Round: Alcaraz was tested but prevailed in four sets against Jan-Lennard Struff.
  • Fourth Round: The Spaniard dropped a set but responded with aggressive net play to secure victory against Andrey Rublev.
  • Quarterfinals: Alcaraz faced Cameron Norrie and delivered a high-quality performance, winning in straight sets.
  • Semifinals: In searing heat on Centre Court, Alcaraz battled past American fifth seed Taylor Fritz 6-4, 5-7, 6-3, 7-6(8/6). Despite interruptions due to the extreme temperatures and medical breaks for his opponent, Alcaraz’s sublime returning and serving saw him through. The victory set up a third consecutive Wimbledon final for the 22-year-old, who has now beaten Fritz in another Grand Slam semifinal.
Carlos Alcaraz

Wimbledon 2025: Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner Results So Far

Carlos Alcaraz (Spain)

Round Opponent Score
1st Fabio Fognini (Italy) 7-5, 6-7, 7-5, 2-6, 6-1
2nd Oliver Tarvet (Great Britain) 6-1, 6-4, 6-4
3rd Jan-Lennard Struff (Germany) 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4
4th Andrey Rublev 6-7, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4
Quarterfinal Cameron Norrie (Great Britain) 6-2, 6-3, 6-3
Semifinal Taylor Fritz (USA) 6-4, 5-7, 6-3, 7-6 (8-6)

Jannik Sinner (Italy)

Round Opponent Score
1st Luca Nardi (Italy) 6-4, 6-3, 6-0
2nd Aleksandar Vukic (Australia) 6-1, 6-1, 6-3
3rd Pedro Martinez (Spain) 6-1, 6-3, 6-1
4th Grigor Dimitrov (Bulgaria) 3-6, 5-7, 2-2 (Walkover)
Quarterfinal Ben Shelton (USA) 7-6, 6-4, 6-4
Semifinal Novak Djokovic (Serbia) 6-3, 6-3, 6-4
Story first published: Saturday, July 12, 2025, 6:35 [IST]
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