Taylor Fritz’s journey at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships ended in a difficult semifinal defeat to Carlos Alcaraz on Centre Court. The American, competing in the Wimbledon semifinals for the first time, battled the two-time defending champion in a memorable four-set match that highlighted his resilience and skill.
Fritz started strong, taking the second set to even the match at one set all after losing the first 4-6. Despite dropping the third set 3-6, he refused to give up, pushing the fourth set to a tense tiebreaker. Fritz held the lead at 6-4 in the tiebreak but was ultimately edged out by Alcaraz, who sealed the victory and secured his place in the Wimbledon final.
Marion Bartoli describes Fritz’s stunned reaction after the match
Former Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli observed Fritz’s reaction closely as he sat on his chair following the defeat. Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, Bartoli noted the disbelief evident on Fritz’s face after such a hard-fought contest.
Just looking at Taylor Fritz right now, who is sort of sitting on his chair with disbelief,
she said.
Bartoli recounted how Fritz barely slipped up during the critical points in the fourth set’s tiebreaker and how incredible returns and serves could not secure the win for him.
When he had sitters on the forehands, when he had played incredible returns, when he served really well on that set point at 6-4, and still ended up losing that match in four, but what a way to finish it from Carlos Alcaraz.
She expressed sympathy for the 27-year-old, who was so close to clinching the final set after positioning himself well.
I’m still a little bit gutted for Taylor Fritz, because he had that fourth set on his racket, he did so well to get himself in that position, at 6-4 he hit that perfect serve on the line and somehow Carlos was able to keep that return in play,
Bartoli added.
Then after that, just played back to back, four incredible points. You just felt we had that five sets, and it would come to the perfect end of that first semifinal.
Despite the loss, Fritz’s performance was a testament to his tenacity and growth on one of tennis’s biggest stages.
The impact of Carlos Alcaraz’s impressive winning streak
Alcaraz’s victory over Fritz marked his 24th consecutive win on the ATP Tour, a streak that has endured for three months across four major tournaments. The winning runs included:
- Six straight wins at the Italian Open in May 2025
- Seven wins at the French Open in May and June 2025
- Five wins at the Queen’s Club tournament in June 2025
- Six wins at Wimbledon in June and July 2025
Bartoli attributed part of Alcaraz’s success to his ability to maintain composure during intense moments, especially given his young age.
An absolutely incredible effort from Carlos Alcaraz,
she remarked.
She emphasized how the Spaniard’s streak helps him endure pressure situations and sustain belief through tight sets.
Bartoli noted,
You can see from the relief from his own team that he was tense; it was not easy, but he’s into the Wimbledon final.
This winning streak brings Alcaraz closer to surpassing Jannik Sinner’s earlier 2025 record of 26 consecutive victories, which was interrupted twice by Alcaraz himself.
Sinner’s streak, spanning from late 2024 to mid-2025, included wins across several tournaments:
- Six wins at the Shanghai Masters in October 2024
- Five victories at the ATP Finals in November 2024
- Three wins during the Davis Cup Finals in November 2024
- Seven wins at the Australian Open in January 2025
- Five victories at the Italian Open in May 2025
Looking ahead to the Wimbledon final and beyond
Alcaraz will face either Jannik Sinner or Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon final scheduled for Sunday, July 13. Should Alcaraz triumph, he will be positioned to extend his winning streak further by chasing additional victories at the Canadian Open, an event taking place shortly after Wimbledon.
Though Alcaraz’s record in Toronto has been modest with just two career wins, his focus remains on the prestigious Wimbledon title for now. His ability to handle high-stress situations on Centre Court, as witnessed in the semifinal against Fritz, accentuates his status as a rising dominant force in tennis.
Taylor Fritz’s semifinal appearance marks a milestone in his career and, despite the loss, his determined fight against a formidable opponent reflects his growing competitiveness. Meanwhile, Alcaraz’s continued success signals an exciting era in men’s tennis as he targets further achievements on tour.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. What is Taylor Fritz’s height and weight?
A. Fritz is a typical name for German males. It originally came from shortening the names Friedrich or Frederick. King Frederick II of Prussia and Frederick III, the German Emperor, were often nicknamed Der Alte Fritz and Stary Fryc. The name Fritz is also sometimes used for names like Fridolin and, less often, Francis.
Q. How rich is Taylor Fritz?
A. A report from Celebrity Worth Net states that Taylor Fritz has a net worth of $10 million. Taylor Fritz is the top-ranked American male tennis player of his era. He is recognized for his strong serve, attacking style from the baseline, and calm behavior during matches.
Q. How old was Taylor Fritz when his son was born?
A. In January 2017, the subject of Break Point became a father when his then-wife, Raquel Pedraza, gave birth to their child named Jordan. Back then, Taylor was just 19 years old and making a name for himself in tennis. Today, he has reached the semi-finals of the 2024 US Open.
Q. Why is Taylor Fritz blonde?
A. In an ATP video, Fritz mentioned he has considered dyeing his hair blonde for a long time. He finally fulfilled a promise he made at the beginning of each season. He also shared that he has asked about this idea every year during the Australian Open.