Carlos Alcaraz has expressed that his victory over Andrey Rublev is his best performance thus far in the Wimbledon 2025 tournament. As Day nine unfolds, both the men’s and women’s quarter-finals are set to capture the attention of fans at SW19. In a highly anticipated match, Alcaraz, the reigning champion, will face the last remaining British contender in the singles draw, Cameron Norrie, who recently triumphed in a grueling five-set contest against Chile’s Nicolas Jarry.
This day of tennis excitement follows a dramatic evening on Centre Court where Grigor Dimitrov, despite leading against top seed Jannik Sinner, was forced to retire due to injury. This marked Dimitrov’s fifth consecutive retirement in a grand slam event, a moment that left not only fans but also fellow players, like Roger Federer, visibly moved.
On No 1 Court, fifth-seeded Taylor Fritz is set to take on the 17th seed Karen Khachanov, while Amanda Anisimova competes against Russia’s Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova. The event also sees Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid starting their wheelchair singles matches, alongside an invitational doubles tournament featuring several well-known personalities.
As the tournament progresses, the excitement and competition intensify, showcasing the resilience and skill of the athletes. In this atmosphere, Alcaraz’s performance could be pivotal in his pursuit of retaining the Wimbledon title. The anticipation continues to build as fans eagerly await the outcomes in today’s matches.