The 2025 edition of Wimbledon is fast approaching, and fans now know when two of the tournament’s biggest stars will make their debuts. Carlos Alcaraz, the defending champion, is scheduled to open play on Centre Court on Monday, June 30. This follows the long-standing tradition at Wimbledon where the reigning men’s singles champion kicks off the tournament on the main stage.
Jannik Sinner, currently ranked world No. 1, will begin his campaign the following day, Tuesday, July 1. As the top seed, Sinner is placed in the opposite half of the draw from Alcaraz, ensuring they cannot meet before the final. His debut will be part of the first-round matches from the top half of the men’s draw.
The full draw will be revealed on Friday, June 27, which will determine the potential paths for both players. With Alcaraz aiming for a third consecutive title at SW19 and Sinner seeking his first Wimbledon crown, the stage is set for a thrilling fortnight of grass-court action.
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Jannik Sinner in 2025
20 – 3win/loss
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23 year old
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Now the world no.1, Sinner played his last match on the 1st of January 1970 when he was defeated by world no.30 Alexander Bublik 3-6 6-3 6-4 in the 2nd round in Halle (draw).
Currently, during this season the Italian has a compiled 19-3 match record. This year, the Italian lifted the trophy at the Australian Open. Sinner got to the final in Rome and French Open.
Sinner is scheduled to compete next at the Wimbledon (Wimbledon). He will start from the main draw that will commence on the 30th of June.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
42 – 9win/loss
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High
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22 year old
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Ranked no.2, the Spaniard played his last match on the 1st of January 1970 when he overcame world no.25 Jiri Lehecka 7-5 6-7(5) 6-2 in the final in London to win his 0th challenger.
Currently, during this year the Spaniard has achieved an overall 42-5 win-loss record. Carlos conquered 5 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open and London. Carlos got to the final in Barcelona.
He is also scheduled to play in Wimbledon (Wimbledon). The main draw will start on the 30th of June.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz squared off 13 times. Their current record is 9-4 for Alcaraz.
