Taylor Fritz is preparing to compete at the Washington Open just two weeks after his semifinal loss to Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon. This tournament presents a timely chance for Fritz to leverage his recent form and address a three-year gap without winning a title at the ATP 500 level or above. As the top seed in Washington, the 27-year-old American aims to capitalize on this important opportunity to secure a significant victory.
Fritz’s recent run at Wimbledon saw him push Alcaraz to four sets, narrowly missing a chance to extend the match to a decisive fifth set. His semifinal placement marked his second-best performance in a Grand Slam, following his breakthrough run to the US Open final last season. That appearance in Flushing Meadows ended with a straight-sets defeat to world number one Jannik Sinner.
Details on Fritz’s recent title wins and higher-level tournament performances
Beyond Grand Slam events, Fritz has claimed two titles this year, adding to his victories in Stuttgart and his fourth Eastbourne title. From 2023 through 2025, he consistently won two titles annually, but these successes were limited to ATP 250 events. His last triumph at an ATP 500 tournament or better came in 2022, when he lifted the trophy at the Japan Open.
That same year was notable as Fritz secured three tournament wins, including his maiden Masters 1000 title at Indian Wells after defeating Rafael Nadal. Since then, however, Fritz has encountered several near misses, finishing runner-up three times in high-profile tournaments: the 2024 Munich Open, the 2024 US Open, and the 2024 ATP Finals. These results highlight his competitiveness yet show the challenge he faces in clinching major titles.
Recap of Taylor Fritz’s impressive 2024 US Open run
Fritz’s 2024 US Open journey began smoothly with straight-set wins over Camilo Ugo Carabelli, Matteo Berrettini, and Francisco Comesana. He then overcame Casper Ruud, a former finalist, despite dropping the opening set. In the fourth round, Fritz defeated Alexander Zverev, handing Zverev his second straight Grand Slam loss to Fritz with a four-set victory.
The semifinal featured an intense five-set match against fellow American Frances Tiafoe, which Fritz won, securing his first appearance in a major final. Unfortunately, he fell short in the championship match against Jannik Sinner, with the world number one winning convincingly in straight sets. Despite this, Fritz’s deep run demonstrated his growing ability at the highest level of tennis and set the stage for further success.
What the Washington Open means for Fritz’s career trajectory
The Washington Open offers Taylor Fritz a crucial platform to end his drought at larger tournaments and boost his confidence heading into the remainder of the hard-court season. Winning a title here would mark his first ATP 500 or higher trophy since 2022, a milestone that could signal a resurgence in his performance on the biggest stages. For Fritz, seizing this Washington Open opportunity holds significant weight not only for his ranking but also for his momentum as he prepares for upcoming major events.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Did Taylor Fritz leave his wife?
A. He ended his marriage with Raquel Pedraza in December 2019, after they had been married for three years. They met in high school and shared a love for tennis. He proposed to her under the Eiffel Tower in Paris. They got married in 2016 in Rancho Santa Fe, California.
Q. How old was Taylor Fritz when he had a baby?
A. American tennis star Taylor Fritz became a dad to his son Jordan at a young age. Jordan was born in 2017 when Fritz was just 19 years old. Competing at Wimbledon, Fritz first got married at 18 to his high school sweetheart, Raquel Pedraza. They are now divorced.
Q. Why did Taylor Fritz leave Nike?
A. Fritz said it’s really crucial to trust his shoes. He needs to be sure that during important moments, he can slide safely into his shots.
He also mentioned that playing long matches without foot pain is essential. He would describe ASICS shoes as comfortable, flexible, and strong.