American tennis star Taylor Fritz has advanced to the Wimbledon semifinals in 2025, adding another impressive chapter to his breakthrough season. The world No. 5 and United States No. 1 defeated Russia’s Karen Khachanov in a four-set match, 6-3, 6-4, 1-6, 7-6(1), at the All England Club in London, marking his first semifinal appearance at Wimbledon and second Grand Slam semifinal overall after the 2024 US Open.
Fritz’s success on grass courts has defined his year, helping him reach this pivotal stage at Wimbledon while maintaining a strong winning momentum.
“This is a dream,” Fritz said after the match. “I’ve worked so hard for this, especially on grass. To be in the semis at Wimbledon—it’s surreal.” —Taylor Fritz, Tennis Player
Dominance on Grass Courts Powers Fritz Forward
Taylor Fritz has emerged as the standout male player on grass this season, compiling impressive statistics that highlight his consistency and skill on the lawn. His current streak of nine consecutive wins and 13 total grass court victories in 2025 lead all men on tour, underlining his growing reputation as a grass court specialist.
Fritz’s record this year includes 13 victories in his last 14 matches played on grass. This dominant form has boosted his live ATP ranking to a career-high No. 4, demonstrating his rapid rise among the global elite.
The match against Khachanov tested Fritz, especially after he lost the third set 1-6 as his opponent raised the intensity. However, Fritz regained composure during the fourth set, pushing the contest into a decisive tiebreak, where he excelled with powerful serves and confident groundstrokes to seal the victory 7-1 in the breaker.
“I knew I had to reset after the third,” Fritz reflected. “The tiebreaker was about belief, and I felt like I had the edge.” —Taylor Fritz, Tennis Player
Match Statistics Highlight Fritz’s Winning Edge
- Aces: Fritz – 15 | Khachanov – 11
- Break Points Converted: Fritz – 3 of 5 | Khachanov – 2 of 6
- Winners: Fritz – 43 | Khachanov – 34
- Unforced Errors: Fritz – 22 | Khachanov – 29
Fritz’s serving accuracy and offensive mindset were crucial in maintaining control of the match, particularly during pressure moments in the tiebreaker. His ability to minimize errors compared to Khachanov helped secure this breakthrough win.
Fritz Eyes Historic Milestone in Next Round
With the semifinal victory, Fritz now has the opportunity to become the first American man to reach a Wimbledon final since Andy Roddick’s run in 2009. As he advances into uncharted territory at the All England Club, Fritz is determined to extend his remarkable grass court form.
Regardless of who he faces next, Taylor Fritz has demonstrated that his success on grass is no coincidence—he has become a true contender, poised to challenge for history on tennis’s most prestigious stage.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. What is Taylor Fritz’s height and weight?
A. In an ATP video, Fritz mentioned that he has considered going blonde for “years.” He finally decided to fulfill a promise he made at the beginning of each season. According to Fritz, he has surveyed this idea every year during the Australian Open.
Q. How old was Taylor Fritz when he had a child?
A. In January 2017, the Break Point subject became a parent when his child, Jordan, was born. His then-wife was Raquel Pedraza. At that time, Taylor was a 19-year-old up-and-coming tennis player. Now, he has reached the semi-finals of the 2024 US Open.
Q. How fast is Taylor Fritz’s serve?
A. A new Wimbledon record was set with a 153 mph serve. The recent U.S. Open runner-up hit this fast serve against Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, an unranked French player, during the first game of their match on Monday.