Jannik Sinner defended his Wimbledon men's singles title, overcoming Alexander Zverev in four sets, 6-7 (7), 7-6 (2), 6-3, 6-4, on the final day of the tournament.
Star-Studded Crowd
The All England Lawn Tennis Club was packed with celebrities like Nicole Kidman, Sienna Miller, and Ben Stiller, as well as the royal family, including Prince William and Princess Catherine.
A Promising Start
Both players entered the match with unique trajectories. Sinner had not lifted a major trophy since his 2025 Wimbledon victory, while Zverev was fresh off his first major win at Roland-Garros.
Zverev, known for his powerful serve averaging 130 mph, won the first set in a tiebreak. Sinner responded by capturing the second set, also in a tiebreak, marking a first for consecutive tiebreaks in a Wimbledon men's singles final since 2015.
Turning Point
The match shifted in the third set as Sinner's agility shone through. After Zverev missed a break point opportunity and slipped, Sinner took advantage, breaking to lead 5-3 before taking the set.
Final Push
The fourth set was a showcase of Sinner's resilience and skill. He secured a crucial break and maintained his composure to win the set 6-4, sealing his victory.
The match lasted three hours and 46 minutes, becoming the second longest win of Sinner's career. Zverev joked about his 10-match losing streak against Sinner but praised him as "the best player in the world."
Sinner thanked the crowd, his team, and his family, acknowledging the support and energy they provided. He also expressed gratitude to the ball kids for their contributions.
Zverev's performance in the tournament elevated him to world number two, surpassing Carlos Alcaraz.
Source: https://www.vogue.com/article/jannik-sinner-wins-second-wimbledon-mens-singles-final-2026
