Can Carlos Alcaraz Reach His Third Straight Wimbledon Final?

London, July 11 (NationPress) Carlos Alcaraz is continuing to solidify his legacy at Wimbledon after defeating Taylor Fritz in a captivating four-set semifinal on Friday, winning 6-4, 5-7, 6-3, 7-6(6) to secure his third consecutive final at The Championships.

The two-time defending champion faced a tough challenge from the American fifth seed, who had come off two five-set victories, aiming to become the first American man to reach the Wimbledon final since Andy Roddick in 2009. However, Alcaraz, with his knack for performing under pressure, showcased his championship prowess once more.

After a slight slip at the end of the second set, which allowed Fritz to equalize, Alcaraz quickly regained his composure, demonstrating his hallmark combination of power, finesse, and tireless court coverage to take the lead again.

The fourth set was the most thrilling, leading to a tie-break where Fritz surged ahead with a 6/4 advantage, having two set points to push for a decider. Yet, displaying nerves of steel, Alcaraz saved both opportunities. With a delicate forehand volley and an errant forehand from Fritz, the score was leveled, and Alcaraz rattled off four consecutive points to clinch the match — marking his 24th consecutive victory, the longest winning streak of his career.

This victory places Alcaraz just one match away from joining an elite group. If he triumphs in Sunday’s final, he will become only the fifth man in history — and the second in the Open Era after Bjorn Borg — to win three consecutive Wimbledon titles. He is also aiming to replicate Borg's remarkable Roland Garros–Wimbledon double in successive years, a feat last achieved in 1980.

His opponent in the final will be either World No. 1 Jannik Sinner or seven-time Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic. Alcaraz has an exciting recent rivalry with both players. He famously saved three championship points to defeat Sinner in an epic five-hour battle at Roland Garros last month and has triumphed over Djokovic in their last two Wimbledon finals, even though he trails the Serbian 3-5 in their overall encounters.

With this win, the Spaniard's record for 2025 improves to 48-5 and marks his fifth title of the year, following victories at Roland Garros, Rome, Monte-Carlo, Rotterdam, and Queen’s Club. He now leads the ATP Live Race to Turin by an impressive 2,660 points ahead of Sinner, positioning himself for a potential year-end No. 1 accolade, even if he doesn't reclaim the top ranking immediately after Wimbledon.