Wimbledon: Djokovic, Alcaraz find mention in legends “big favorite” revelation | Tennis news

Currently in dominant form, Novak Djokovic is aiming to match Roger Federer’s record eight Wimbledon titles at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. The Serbian ace won a historic 23rd Grand Slam title at Roland Garros when he beat Casper Ruud in the French Open final. In doing so, he also set a new men’s singles record, surpassing Rafael Nadal.

The victory also helped Djokovic become world champion. 1 spot from Carlos Alcaraz, but since then the spot has gone back to the Spaniard after winning Queen’s.

Speaking to Eurosport, seven-time Grand Slam champion Mats Wilander analyzed Djokovic’s chances at Wimbledon, calling him the “big favourite” but also making a massive prediction for Alcaraz. “For me, Novak Djokovic goes as a big favorite,” he said.

“And the reason why I think he’s a big favorite is that I still haven’t seen anybody who is as solid as Novak from the starting position, who serves as well as Novak.”

Analyzing Alcaraz’s chances, the Swedish legend said: “Of course Carlos Alcaraz with a win at Queen’s is very dangerous. But has he learned in just one year on grass courts and not so many matches? Has he learned enough to threaten Novak I don’t think so.

“I think the pressure is on in a way. But he’s healthy, he looks young. I think he can win Wimbledon next year if he doesn’t win it this year. So I think he’s got more time on his side than I think. we probably understand because it’s just not normal to have more time when you’re 36 and already winning everything,” he added.

Alcaraz’s preparations for Wimbledon have also been hampered by injury concerns. During her training at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, she was seen training her right thigh, where she injured herself during the Queen’s final. But the Spaniard has reassured fans that all is well. He had to withdraw from the pre-Wimbledon event due to injury problems.