Spanish star Carlos Alcaraz claimed victory over seven-time champion Novak Djokovic on Sunday, winning 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (4). This result ties a major Open Era record for Grand Slam wins. The match served as a repeat of the previous year's final, with Djokovic returning to the court only five weeks after knee surgery.
The Wimbledon final on Centre Court kicked off with a marathon first game that stretched to fourteen minutes, marked by seven deuces and five break point opportunities. Meanwhile, the All-England Club welcomed the Princess of Wales, who made a rare public outing following her cancer diagnosis.
Alcaraz played the role of the favorite perfectly in the first set, launching an aggressive attack against Djokovic. The defending champion took the opening set 6-2, utilizing a strategy that pushed the Serbian to the net eight times. By combining a double break with steady serving, Alcaraz wrapped up the first set in 41 minutes.
Continuing his dominant form, Alcaraz took the second set 6-2, putting himself in a position to secure a rare straight-sets win over the Serbian. While Djokovic staged a spirited comeback in the third set, Alcaraz remained composed and unstoppable. By winning the final set's tie-break, he defended his title and earned his fourth Grand Slam trophy, bringing his major finals record to a perfect 4-0.
By successfully defending his Wimbledon title, Alcaraz has entered the same legendary tier as Roger Federer. He is now the only other player in the professional era besides Federer to win his first four Grand Slam finals. Additionally, the 21-year-old joined an elite group—including Rod Laver, Bjorn Borg, Rafael Nadal, Federer, and Djokovic—as one of only six men since 1968 to win both the French Open and Wimbledon in a single calendar year.
Reflecting on the match after his second consecutive Wimbledon triumph, Alcaraz noted that Djokovic's resilience made the win difficult. He admitted that while he knew the Serbian would find openings, he focused on staying calm and playing his best tennis, especially during the decisive tie-break.