Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz defeated close friend Frances Tiafoe in a thrilling five-set match at Wimbledon, securing a spot in the last 16. Despite a slow start, Alcaraz’s powerful performance, including 16 aces and 55 winners, helped him clinch victory after nearly four hours on Centre Court.
In a post-match interview, Alcaraz acknowledged the challenge of playing against Tiafoe, emphasizing the latter’s talent and tough competition. Following their intense match, the players shared a warm embrace, showcasing mutual respect for each other.
Alcaraz, who has his sights set on becoming only the sixth man to win consecutive French Open and Wimbledon titles, has now reached the last 16 of a Grand Slam for the 10th time. His next opponent will be either Ugo Humbert of France or Brandon Nakashima of the United States.
Meanwhile, World number one Jannik Sinner swiftly defeated Miomir Kecmanovic, advancing to the next round, where he will face either Denis Shapovalov of Canada or Ben Shelton of the United States. On the women’s side, Coco Gauff secured a decisive victory over Sonay Kartal, setting up a match against American compatriot Emma Navarro.
Other notable wins included Tommy Paul’s progress to the fourth round and Madison Keys’ advancement to the second week. Lulu Sun, the first woman from New Zealand to reach the last 16 since 1959, triumphed over China’s Zhu Lin and will now face Emma Raducanu, who achieved a significant victory over Maria Sakkari.
The captivating matches at Wimbledon continue to captivate audiences, with players delivering exceptional performances and setting the stage for thrilling encounters in the upcoming rounds.
